County of Erie - Body Armor - Bid 260266-004 (2026)
Erie CountyCounty · Buffalo, NY- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Oct 20, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tricia Pierce
- (716) 858-6337
The 30-second brief
The County of Erie Division of Purchase is soliciting bids for body armor and protective equipment to supply the Erie County Sheriff's Office in Buffalo, New York. Required items include Molle Aevent Tubes (Item #00550046, AE-HC3MAE/TBC-BLACK-CUSTOM), Quantum Lii Panels (Item #00382451), and Surge III LcW Rifle Plates (Item #00455569) along with associated pouches and custom carriers. Delivery must be included in the price with no delivery charges or fuel surcharges allowed. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Bids are subject to Erie County Equal Pay Certification, Non-Collusive Bidding Certification, MBE/WBE/SDVOB utilization commitments, and vendor federal compliance certifications.
Molle Aevent Tubes, Quantum Lii Panels, Surge Iii lcw Rifle Plate, 511-56427ABR-19-ONE #BLACK# Flex Medium Gp Pouch, 511-56429ABR-19-ONE #BLACK# Flex Admin Pouch
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Summary
The County of Erie Division of Purchase is soliciting bids for body armor and protective equipment to supply the Erie County Sheriff's Office in Buffalo, New York.
Required items include Molle Aevent Tubes (Item #00550046, AE-HC3MAE/TBC-BLACK-CUSTOM), Quantum Lii Panels (Item #00382451), and Surge III LcW Rifle Plates (Item #00455569) along with associated pouches and custom carriers. Delivery must be included in the price with no delivery charges or fuel surcharges allowed. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Bids are subject to Erie County Equal Pay Certification, Non-Collusive Bidding Certification, MBE/WBE/SDVOB utilization commitments, and vendor federal compliance certifications.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Molle Aevent Tubes
- Quantum Lii Panels
- Surge Iii lcw Rifle Plate
- 511-56427ABR-19-ONE #BLACK# Flex Medium Gp Pouch
- 511-56429ABR-19-ONE #BLACK# Flex Admin Pouch
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Erie County Equal Pay Certification
- Non-Collusive Bidding Certification
- MBE/WBE/SDVOB Commitment Report Part A
- Vendor Federal Compliance Certification
- Submit to
- County of Erie, Division of Purchase, Attention: Tricia Pierce, Buyer, 95 Franklin Street, Room 1254, Buffalo, New York 14202-3967
- Scope location
- Buffalo, NY
- Reported agency
- County of Erie
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Erie County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: County of Erie, Division of Purchase, Attention: Tricia Pierce, Buyer, 95 Franklin Street, Room 1254, Buffalo, New York 14202-3967. For questions, contact Tricia Pierce.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Erie County in NY, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Tricia Pierce at (716) 858-6337. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Molle Aevent Tubes, Quantum Lii Panels, Surge Iii lcw Rifle Plate, 511-56427ABR-19-ONE #BLACK# Flex Medium Gp Pouch, 511-56429ABR-19-ONE #BLACK# Flex Admin Pouch. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Erie County?
All active and historical solicitations from Erie County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Erie County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 6, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Erie County Equal Pay Certification, Non-Collusive Bidding Certification, MBE/WBE/SDVOB Commitment Report Part A, Vendor Federal Compliance Certification. Review the full document from Erie County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Buffalo, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.