Industry Day - Tactical Protective Equipment
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Sources Sought from the Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons, for work in Washington, District of Columbia. Due Nov 23, 2026, 2:00 PM (UTC-5), 24 days left.
| Solicitation number | RFI_Tactical_Equipment_Ind_Day |
|---|---|
| Agency | Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons |
| Office | National Acquisitions - CO |
| Notice type | Sources Sought |
| Set-aside | None |
| Trade (NAICS) | Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing (except Contractors) (315250) |
| Place of performance | Washington, District of Columbia |
| Posted | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Response deadline | Nov 23, 2026, 2:00 PM (UTC-5) (24 days left) |
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Description
SPECIAL NOTICE INDUSTRY DAY ANNOUNCEMENT – TACTICAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FEDERAL BUREAU OF PRISONS This is a Special Notice issued solely for informational and market research purposes in accordance with FAR Part 10. This notice does not constitute a solicitation, nor does it commit the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. The Government will not reimburse any costs associated with participation in this event.
- Agency and Location Department of Justice Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) 400 First Street NW Washington, DC 20534 Rooms A/B/C
- Event Description The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) hereby announces an Industry Day for Tactical Protective Equipment, to be conducted December 2–3, 2026, between 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM EST each day. The purpose of this event is to obtain information from industry regarding current products, technologies, and capabilities relevant to protective tactical equipment used in correctional emergency response operations. Information obtained will support the BOP’s national contracting initiative beginning in Fiscal Year 2027.
- Categories of Equipment for Demonstration Interested vendors shall be prepared to bring physical items for in?person demonstration.
Equipment categories include, but are not limited to: • Protective helmets, including riot helmets with face shields • Riot and disturbance control shields • Shin guards and lower?leg protection • Knee and elbow pads • Tactical uniforms • Forearm and upper?arm protection • Chest, shoulder, back, and torso protection • Full?body protective suits and modular protective systems • Tactical vests (Threat Level III?A), including ballistic plate inserts • Protective gloves, including puncture?resistant products • Riot batons and associated accessories • Equipment storage, transport, and maintenance accessories • Other related protective equipment designed for correctional emergency response operations 4.
Vendor Participation Requirements To participate, vendors must comply with the following: a. RFI Response Requirement Vendors must submit a response to the associated Request for Information (RFI) identifying: • The desire to attend Industry Day, and • The list of specific equipment proposed for demonstration. Only vendors responding to the RFI will be assigned a time slot. b. RSVP Deadline All RFI responses/RSVPs must be received no later than November 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Late submissions may not be considered. c. Presentation Time Each vendor will be assigned a presentation period not to exceed one hour. (An additional 30 minutes may be allowed for set-up/break down of equipment.) d. AI/SI Disclosure Requirement Any presentation materials generated using artificial intelligence or synthetic intelligence (AI/SI) must include a disclosure statement positioned at the bottom of each slide. e. Equipment Transport and Restrictions • Vendors shall hand-carry or transport their equipment themselves. • No equipment shall be shipped to the BOP facility. • All items must be non?weaponized and free of ammunition, chemical agents, OC products, pyrotechnics, or operational electronic discharge devices. • Vendors are responsible for setup, handling, and removal of their own equipment. f. Facility Support and Limitations • The Government will provide tables, electricity, extension cords, and display space. • Vendors must provide their own display stands, mannequins, or mounting equipment. • Internet access will not be available. • Vendor personnel must present valid government?issued identification for facility access.
5. Purpose and Disclaimer This Industry Day is intended to enhance the Government’s understanding of current market capabilities and product availability. Participation is voluntary and does not affect future procurement opportunities.
Information received may be used for planning purposes only and will not be released outside the Government. 6. Point of Contact All inquiries and RSVP information shall be directed to: Kasie Redman Contracting Officer Federal Bureau of Prisons Email: [email protected]
Contracting contact
- Kasie Redman - Contracting Officer · [email protected] · 202-598-6113
As published on the official notice. Ask questions in writing and before any questions deadline the notice sets.
Is your business small enough?
For NAICS 315250, a business counts as small if it has no more than 750 employees (SBA size standard). This notice is set aside, so only businesses under that size, or in the named program, can bid. SBA table, current as of Oct 15, 2026.
Companies that win this kind of work
Federal contractors paid for cut and sew apparel manufacturing work, who also hold Bureau of Prisons contracts (last 12 months): possible competitors, or partners to team with.
- Envision Xpress Inc $615,942 in this trade
About the buyer
The Federal Bureau of Prisons awarded $3.0 billion in contracts in the last 12 months; its biggest suppliers were Naphcare LLC, Mckesson Corporation and Motorola Solutions, Inc.. See what Bureau of Prisons is buying now.