The Cuyahoga County Department of Public Safety and Justice Services issued an informal request for bids (RFB) to purchase nine (±20 %) tactical headsets for SWAT medics, requiring compatibility with Motorola APX 6000 radios and Avon C50 gas masks, robust noise‑cancellation, electronic hearing‑through (≥ 400 hours), water‑resistant PTT functionality, and a slim headband suitable for helmet mounting. The solicitation was open from February 3‑9 2023, and the award was made on February 9 2023 for a total contract value of approximately $9,015 (including shipping). The contract specifies that the vendor must provide the manufacturer’s warranty and absorb all shipping costs to Cleveland, Ohio.
• Quantity: 9 headsets (adjustable ±20 %).
• Technical specs: dual‑ear boom, gel ear pads, submersible noise‑canceling mic, ≥ 400 hr electronic hear‑through, PTT with auxiliary socket, compatible with gas mask and helmets.
• Procurement: informal RFB, open competition, award issued February 9 2023.
• Value: $8,910 for headsets + $105 shipping ≈ $9,015 total.