Ballistic Helmets - SPAN SWAT Group

The State of Ohio, through the SPAN SWAT Group, is procuring 18 ballistic helmets in black to be delivered by July 1, 2026. The helmets must meet rigorous ballistic protection standards equivalent to or exceeding NIJ RF1 performance levels as defined in NIJ Standard 0101.07, capable of resisting rifle threats including 7.62 x 39 MSC at 2400 fps, 7.62 x 51 FMJ (M80 ball NATO round) at 2780 fps, and 5.56 M193 BT at 3250 fps. Key specifications include a maximum total weight of 3.5 lbs including all components, back face deformation not exceeding 25.4 mm, a high shell cut design with a complete metal NVG shroud, and Picatinny-compatible side and accessory rails to support attachment of lighting systems, hearing protection, face shields, and mandible guards. The retention system must provide multi-point and micro-adjustment capabilities to accommodate multiple users and maintain stability during dynamic movement, with helmet shells manufactured without through-hole penetrations that compromise ballistic integrity or create fragmentation hazards. All units must include a minimum five-year warranty, and critically, all helmets must be manufactured and assembled in the United States of America. The proposal due date is March 12, 2026, with a posting date of March 6, 2026.

The procurement requires that all helmets be manufactured and assembled domestically within the United States, establishing a significant restriction on eligible vendors and effectively limiting competition to domestic manufacturers. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, minority-owned businesses, women-owned businesses, or small businesses are mentioned in the available documentation. No incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure requirements for integration are identified in the specification document. The procurement budget and award value range have not been disclosed in the available materials, though interested vendors should reference the complete specification document for any additional financial parameters or evaluation criteria that may inform their bidding decisions.