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FBI awards $10M contract to Galvion for new ballistic helmets

The contract allows the FBI, as well as other Department of Justice agencies, to purchase the helmets over the next several years

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PORTSMOUTH, N.H. — The FBI has awarded a five-year, $10 million contract to Galvion, a Vermont-based helmet manufacturer, for its Hellbender Federal Edition ballistic helmet. The contract allows the FBI, along with other Department of Justice agencies such as the DEA and U.S. Marshals, to purchase the helmets over the next several years.

According to Galvion, the Hellbender FE helmet passed recent ballistic testing standards set by the DEA and FBI. The helmet can be configured with accessories commonly used in federal law enforcement operations, including night vision mounts and task lights.

“Our team worked tirelessly to develop a solution to meet the FBI’s high ballistic performance protocols, and we are excited to see this work come to fruition with the award of this contract,” CEO Todd Stirtzinger said.

Stirtzinger said Galvion plans to continue expanding its presence in the law enforcement market.

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