Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office Ballistic Shields

Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office is soliciting sealed bids for 96 ballistic shields, Model# RTS-57620-11 or equivalent, with bids due August 7, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. CST at the purchasing department in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Louisiana preference for materials produced or manufactured in-state applies where quality is equal.

The shields must stop 5.56x45mm M193 and M855 rifle rounds and 7.62x39mm rounds, weigh 19 lbs, measure 24 inches height by 14 inches width, and feature Rhinoliner coating for corrosion resistance. Bidders must be established manufacturers or authorized dealers with operational factories adequate for manufacturing. All bids include delivery on an F.O.B. destination, freight-prepaid basis. No bidders' conference or site visit is required.

The contract term is not specified in the base award, but provisions allow renewal for up to four additional 12-month periods at the same prices, terms, and conditions, with a maximum total term not to exceed 60 months. Award is expected within 45 days of bid opening. Payment is net 30 days following invoice submission with the purchase order noted on the invoice. The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office is tax-exempt and will provide exemption documentation upon request.

Successful bidders must provide manufacturer warranty information and complete operation and maintenance manuals. All warranty work must be performed within Calcasieu Parish boundaries or the bidder must reimburse transportation costs at the IRS standard mileage rate. The solicitation does not specify a bid bond requirement.