Ballistic Shields -34 units

The Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection is procuring 34 Vanguard VR Level III ballistic shields for their Special Response Team through solicitation RFQ20152903. The shields must meet rigorous NIJ Standard 0108.01 Type III protection requirements, capable of defending against high-powered rifle threats including 7.62mm full metal jacket rounds as well as various handgun and rifle calibers. Each shield must be manufactured in the United States and meet specific technical specifications including a 21"x36" rectangular design with viewport and integrated light, weighing no more than 21 pounds, featuring an internal battery-powered 1200 lumen light system, hook and loop forearm strap, and high-density foam pad. This is structured as a firm fixed-price purchase order with quotes due no later than September 2, 2025 at noon Eastern Time. All responses must be submitted via email to Gary.Orr@cbp.dhs.gov, with delivery required within 120 days after order receipt.

This procurement is designated as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 424350 (Clothing and Clothing Accessories Merchant Wholesalers) with a size standard of 150 employees. No incumbent contractors or specific budget ranges are mentioned in the solicitation documents. The contract calls for delivery of exactly 34 ballistic shield units within a 120-day timeline following contract award. Performance will take place in Lorton, Virginia, with delivery specifically required to Justin Vettori at CBP/SRT located at 8444 Terminal Road, Lorton, VA 22079. The procurement aims to enhance operator safety during missions by providing advanced ballistic protection against contemporary threats, with Diana Estevez serving as the Contracting Officer's Representative and Justin Vettori from the Special Operations Division as the primary program point of contact.