2010 BVP Application Window Opens Applications for funding through the Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) will be accepted from April 20 through June 1, 2010.
Effective January 25, 2010, only vest models that meet NIJ Standard-0101.06 are eligible for new applications.
GH Armor is pleased to assist your agency in understanding and completing the application process. Please contact Customer Service at (866) 920-5940.
From the BVP:
"NEW: The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) is pleased to announce the Fiscal Year (FY) 2010 BVP application funding period.
Applications for FY 2010 BVP funds will be accepted beginning Tuesday, April 20, 2010. All applications must be submitted online by 6:00 pm (Eastern Time), Tuesday, June 1, 2010.
Please note that FY 2010 BVP funds may only be used toward the purchase of vests ordered on or after April 1, 2010. Each vest purchased with FY 2010 funds must meet National Institute of Justice (NIJ) standards on the date it was ordered. Beginning with FY 2008 funds, the use period for BVP funds will be two years. To draw down FY 2010 BVP funds, vests must be received and the request for payment submitted to the BVP system by September 30, 2012. Each applicant should update their profile before filing an application for FY 2010 funds."
