When is the deadline for the Santa Monica Fire Department RFP?

The deadline for this RFP is Jun 1, 2026. Make sure to submit your proposal before this date to be considered.

What is Santa Monica Fire Department looking for?

The City of Santa Monica Fire Department seeks qualified vendors to supply new ballistic helmets, plate carriers, ballistic rifle plates, cummerbunds and related documentation for approximately 130 personnel plus 20% spare inventory. Bidders must provide NIJ Level III (or above) test results, warranty details, itemized pricing, and meet bidder requirements including a valid California contractor’s license and (where applicable) SAM.

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Fire Department Ballistic Helmets, Plate Carriers and Protective Plates

Fire Department Ballistic Helmets, Plate Carriers and Protective Plates (RFQ)

Available

City of Santa Monica

Provide complete ballistic helmets and vest systems to support the safety for tactical firefighter paramedics, firefighters, ambulance operators and overhead staff.

Posted Date

May 12, 2026

Due Date

Jun 1, 2026

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Fire Department Ballistic Helmets, Plate Carriers and Protective Plates (RFQ)

Release: May 12, 2026

City of Santa Monica

Close: Jun 1, 2026

Provide complete ballistic helmets and vest systems to support the safety for tactical firefighter paramedics, firefighters, ambulance operators and overhead staff.

Available

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RFI Ballistic Helmets FA8903772

Available

Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC)

The Department of the Air Force is seeking suppliers for standardized security forces ballistic helmets that meet NIJ Level-IIIA and ACH blunt-impact requirements. The helmets must include specific features such as a padding system, accessory rails, and be Berry Amendment compliant. This RFI is for market research purposes to identify capable sources for these salient characteristics.

Posted Date

May 20, 2026

Due Date

Jun 3, 2026

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RFI Ballistic Helmets FA8903772

Release: May 20, 2026

Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC)

Close: Jun 3, 2026

The Department of the Air Force is seeking suppliers for standardized security forces ballistic helmets that meet NIJ Level-IIIA and ACH blunt-impact requirements. The helmets must include specific features such as a padding system, accessory rails, and be Berry Amendment compliant. This RFI is for market research purposes to identify capable sources for these salient characteristics.

Improved Maritime Ballistic Plate (IMBP)

Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC)

Improved Maritime Ballistic Plate (iMBP): The Contractor shall provide all facilities, materials, and labor to fabricate and deliver iMBP(s). The iMBP shall be manufactured in six (6) sizes: X-Small (XS), Small-Short (SS), Small (S), Medium (M), Large (L) and X-Large (XL) torso plates. The Contractor shall provide and deliver iMBPs in accordance with the form, fit, and functional requirements as described in this Performance Work Statement and Purchase Description NQ/PD 26-01 (Attachment J-1). Specific quantities of each item are specified in Section B of this contract. See attached file.

Posted Date

May 5, 2026

Due Date

May 22, 2026

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Improved Maritime Ballistic Plate (IMBP)

Release: May 5, 2026

Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC)

Close: May 22, 2026

Improved Maritime Ballistic Plate (iMBP): The Contractor shall provide all facilities, materials, and labor to fabricate and deliver iMBP(s). The iMBP shall be manufactured in six (6) sizes: X-Small (XS), Small-Short (SS), Small (S), Medium (M), Large (L) and X-Large (XL) torso plates. The Contractor shall provide and deliver iMBPs in accordance with the form, fit, and functional requirements as described in this Performance Work Statement and Purchase Description NQ/PD 26-01 (Attachment J-1). Specific quantities of each item are specified in Section B of this contract. See attached file.

N6133126SNQ31-Sources Sought Announcement For Improved Maritime Ballistic Plate (IMBP)

NAVFAC Southeast

The Navy is seeking information and capability statements for the Improved Maritime Ballistic Plate (IMBP) to identify manufacturers capable of meeting specific ballistic requirements. The notice outlines requirements for quality assurance testing, program management, and a five-year warranty for workmanship and materials. This is a market research notice for planning purposes and does not constitute a formal solicitation for proposals at this time.

Posted Date

May 5, 2026

Due Date

May 22, 2026

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N6133126SNQ31-Sources Sought Announcement For Improved Maritime Ballistic Plate (IMBP)

Release: May 5, 2026

NAVFAC Southeast

Close: May 22, 2026

The Navy is seeking information and capability statements for the Improved Maritime Ballistic Plate (IMBP) to identify manufacturers capable of meeting specific ballistic requirements. The notice outlines requirements for quality assurance testing, program management, and a five-year warranty for workmanship and materials. This is a market research notice for planning purposes and does not constitute a formal solicitation for proposals at this time.

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