Bid guide
How to bid on Tactical Protective Equipment for the Federal Bureau of Prisons
What the BOP is seeking
The Federal Bureau of Prisons is holding an industry day to learn about products and capabilities for tactical protective equipment used in correctional emergency response. Vendors may demonstrate equipment such as helmets, shields, protective clothing, vests, gloves, and related accessories.
This is an RFI and market research event, not a contract solicitation. Participation does not affect future procurement opportunities, and the BOP will not reimburse participation costs. The information will support planning for a national contracting initiative beginning in Fiscal Year 2027.
Dates and the RSVP deadline
The industry day is scheduled for December 2–3, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM EST each day in Washington, DC. The RFI response and RSVP deadline is November 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Vendors must respond to the RFI by the deadline to receive a presentation time slot. Each presentation may last up to one hour, with an additional 30 minutes potentially allowed for setup and breakdown. Late responses may not be considered.
Who this opportunity suits
This event suits suppliers of tactical protective equipment for correctional emergency response. Relevant products include helmets, riot shields, protective suits and clothing, body protection, tactical vests and inserts, gloves, batons, and equipment storage or maintenance accessories.
Vendors should be prepared to bring physical items for an in-person demonstration. The listed equipment categories are examples, and the notice also welcomes other related protective equipment designed for correctional emergency response.
How to respond and access the RFI
Open the opportunity through the portal’s “View original source” option. If the first click takes you to the portal homepage, click it again to reach the bid. A free account may be needed to view documents, though some opportunities do not require one.
Submit a response to the associated RFI stating that you want to attend and listing the specific equipment you propose to demonstrate. The notice directs inquiries and RSVP information to Kasie Redman, Contracting Officer, at the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
Prepare your response and demonstration
List the specific products you plan to show and make sure they fit the correctional emergency response purpose. Keep the RFI response clear about your interest in attending and the equipment you propose to demonstrate.
Plan to transport, set up, handle, and remove your own equipment; items cannot be shipped to the BOP facility. All items must be non-weaponized and free of ammunition, chemical agents, OC products, pyrotechnics, and operational electronic discharge devices. Bring your own display stands, mannequins, or mounting equipment. Tables, electricity, extension cords, and display space will be provided, but internet access will not be available. Personnel must bring valid government-issued identification for facility access. If presentation slides use AI or synthetic intelligence, include a disclosure statement at the bottom of each slide.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Federal Prison System / Bureau of Prisons; the original posting controls.