Description
This contract is an informal request for proposal (RFB) issued by Cuyahoga County to acquire 140 hard ballistic plates for the Greater Cleveland Rapid Transit Authority (GCRTA). The plates are to be used in conjunction with soft armor and must meet specific performance, weight, and thickness criteria, with a 5‑year warranty and shipping costs fully disclosed in the bid.
• Quantity: 140 hard plates (adjustable ±20 %).
• Technical specs: 0.6 in. thickness, 2.4‑2.5 lb weight, multi‑curve design, protection against 5.56 mm and 7.62 mm rifle rounds.
• Procurement timeline: Opened 9 Feb 2023, closed 16 Feb 2023; award status marked “Awarded” but vendor not disclosed.