Purchase Fourteen Ballistic Shields and Two Training Shields

The City of Shreveport, Louisiana is requesting bids on fourteen ballistic shields and two training shields for the Shreveport Police Department under IFB-26-045, with bids due August 27, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and public opening immediately thereafter.

The fourteen ballistic shields must measure 20 x 30 inches with double cutouts, weigh 12.5 to 15.8 pounds, and be constructed of 100% Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) with a 4" x 6" viewport and V50 rating of 3220 feet per second. They must exceed NIJ Standards 01.08.01/01.01.06/01.01.07 and provide multiple-hit protection against .30-06 Springfield, 7.62 x 54R, 7.62 x 51, 6.5 Creedmoor, 7.62 x 39, 5.56 x 45, 5.45 x 39, and all lesser threats, backed by a lifetime guarantee against delamination. The two training shields require identical dimensions but non-ballistic construction, a clear viewport, "Tri-Grip" handle, and "Training Non-Ballistic" marking. Both types must include Cordura nylon covers, PALS webbing, Velcro patches, protective strips, anodized aluminum handles with rubber grips, and a Foxfury B30 tactical light with 1000 lumens.

The estimated annual expenditure is $122,000. The contract includes renewal options for four additional one-year increments, if mutually agreeable, with price changes limited to documented cost increases. Delivery is on an as-needed basis, F.O.B. destination, freight prepaid. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on quality of performance, timely delivery capability, financial resources, maintenance and parts availability, life cycle costing, local vendor support, warranty terms, and product reliability. Pricing must be firm for a minimum of 45 days from bid opening. Questions are due at least seven working days before opening. Bidders must submit an Adjudicated Property Affidavit and a Felony Conviction/E-Verify Affidavit within ten days of bid opening. No bid bond is required. Submissions are accepted electronically via BidNetDirect.com or in paper format at the City of Shreveport Office of the Purchasing Agent, 505 Travis Street, Suite 610, Shreveport, LA 71101-3042.