Request For Proposals - Ballistic Shields and Breaching Tools

Location: Texas
Posted: Jul 19, 2026
Due: Aug 11, 2026
Agency: Austin Independent School District
Type of Government: State & Local
Category:
  • 42 - Fire Fighting, Rescue, and Safety Equipment
  • 84 - Clothing, Individual Equipment, and Insignia
Solicitation No: 27RFP009
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Project: Request For Proposals - Ballistic Shields and Breaching Tools
Ref. #: 27RFP009
Type: RFP
Status:
Open
Open Date: Jul 17th 2026, 5:00 PM CDT
Questions Due Date: Jul 28th 2026, 5:00 PM CDT
Contact Information: David Martinez-Gutierrez, francisco.d.martinez@austinisd.org
Close Date: Aug 11th 2026, 2:00 PM CDT

Project Description: The Austin ISD Police Department is seeking to acquire ARC Black Compact Response Shields (NIJ Rifle Level III) and specialized tactical pry tools. This procurement is a critical safety initiative mandated by Texas House Bill 33 (the "Uvalde Strong Act"), which requires all Texas school districts to have at least one ballistic shield and one breaching tool readily available on every campus by the beginning of the 2025–2026 school year.


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