Fire Rescue Ballistic Equipment Kits

Hillsborough County intends to make a $91,558.86 sole-source purchase of Fire Armor ballistic equipment kits for its Fire Rescue Department.

Hillsborough County


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SS-26-00395
Sep 08, 2026 12:00 PM
Aug 31, 2026 08:30 PM
$91,558.86
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Description

Hillsborough County intends to award a sole-source procurement to Fire Armor L.L.C. for a one-time purchase of ballistic equipment kits for its Fire Rescue Department. The $91,558.86 purchase will outfit additional vehicles with equipment identical to the department’s existing 585 sets, supporting operational consistency and standardization. The Fire Armor ballistic systems are identified as NIJ-certified and provide comprehensive 360-degree protection while meeting the department’s operational, safety, training, and compatibility requirements. Fire Armor is described as the manufacturer and sole provider of the proprietary armor system. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals; interested contractors may submit clear and convincing information challenging the intended sole-source award to determine whether bona fide competition exists.

Classification Codes
NAICS315990Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing
PSC8470Armor, Personal
Smart Codes
ballistic armor kitsbody armor equipmentfire rescue protective equipment
Specifications
Supply Only
No
Timeline
Aug 31, 2026-Open Date
Sep 8, 2026-Close Date
Requirements
No
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