Long term global contract for the supply of UN Ballistic Helmets for the United Nations

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Title of the EOI:

Long term global contract for the supply of UN Ballistic Helmets for the United Nations

Date of this EOI: 16 October 2026 Closing Date for Receipt of EOI: 20 November 2026

EOI Number: EOIUNPD24823

Beneficiary Country/Territory: Global

Commodity/Service category: Staff Security & Safety

Address EOI response by fax or e-mail to the Attention of: Valentina Golubnichy

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E-mail Address: golubnichy@ un.org

UNSPSC Code:

46180000 - Personal safety and protection 46181500 - Safety apparel 46151509 - Ballistic/Fragmentation Equipment DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENTS The United Nations (UN) intends to establish one or multiple global long-term contracts for the supply of ballistic helmet systems, associated accessories, and replacement components in support of the personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements for UN Secretariat entities worldwide. The resulting contract(s) are expected to be established for an initial period of three (3) years, with the UN's sole option to extend for up to two (2) additional one-year periods (3+1+1). The requirement is divided into two (2) separate lots:

Lot 1: Low-Cut Ballistic Helmets (ACH/ECH-type configuration or equivalent)

Complete helmet assemblies consisting of a ballistic helmet shell, retention system, comfort and impact pad system, edge trim, and carrying bag. Helmets will be required in four sizes (Small, Medium, Large, and X-

Large) and in two colour configurations: UN Blue with UN markings and Black.

Lot 2: High-Cut Ballistic Helmets (FAST-type configuration or equivalent)

Complete helmet assemblies consisting of a ballistic helmet shell, retention system, comfort and impact pad system, edge trim, front-mounted night vision goggle (NVG) shroud, integrated side rail system, attachment hardware, and carrying bag. Helmets will be required in four sizes (Small, Medium, Large, and X-Large) and in two mandatory colour configurations (UN Blue with UN markings and Black), with an optional Khaki/Sand colour variant. The helmet systems will be utilized by UN civilian personnel, security personnel, and other authorized staff operating in environments where ballistic, fragmentation, blunt impact, or related operational hazards may be present. The equipment will support UN Headquarters, the UN Global Service Center, Offices Away from Headquarters, peacekeeping operations, special political missions, and other UN Secretariat entities worldwide. In addition to complete helmet assemblies, contractors will be required to supply compatible accessories …

Commodity group: Staff Security & Safety

Issued: 16 Oct 2026

Expression of Interest issued by the United Nations Procurement Division.