Team Wendy Ballistic Helmets and Face Shield for Police Department

The City of Pasadena Police Department is seeking to procure 30 Team Wendy EXFIL SL black ballistic helmets with compatible Team Wendy EXFIL face shields for their SWAT team through a competitive bid process. The solicitation was released on May 18, 2023, with a firm bid submission deadline of June 1, 2023, at 2:00 pm, requiring electronic submission through the City's eProcurement Portal. Vendors must be registered with SAM.Gov and comply with Federal Procurement Standards outlined in the Uniform Code of Federal Regulations. The contract will have an initial one-year term from the date of execution, with vendors required to fulfill the order within 60 days of receiving the Purchase Order. Evaluation criteria will include product quality, vendor capacity, delivery timeline, and financial stability, with the City reserving the right to award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Key requirements include providing a performance bond if requesting payment prior to equipment delivery and submitting various compliance documentation.

The procurement opportunity includes several set-aside and compliance requirements that may impact vendor eligibility. Contractors must adhere to HUD Section 3 Federal Requirements, which mandate that 25% of total labor hours be worked by Section 3 workers and 5% by Targeted Section 3 workers, focusing on employment opportunities for low-income individuals and businesses. Additional compliance documentation includes Equal Employment Opportunity forms, Non-Collusion Declarations, and workforce utilization reports. The City's Living Wage Ordinance applies to contracts exceeding $25,000, and vendors must complete various federal certification forms, including lobbying disclosures and labor standards provisions. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement is funded by the City of Pasadena and involves specialized protective equipment for law enforcement. Vendors must demonstrate the ability to provide high-quality, compliant protective gear meeting the exact specifications of Team Wendy EXFIL SL black helmets and compatible face shields for the SWAT team.