The 5 IntelAlytic Insights That Defined the Body Armor Industry in 2025
2025 was a turning point for the body armor industry. Supply chains tightened, standards confusion delayed procurements, and compliance claims were tested in real time. This intelligence review brings together IntelAlytic’s most impactful insights from the year, grounded in real advisory work across procurement, compliance, and standards interpretation, and outlines what agencies and manufacturers need to understand as they plan for 2026.
The Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership: A Guide to Protecting Officers with IntelAlytic and The Armor List
For law enforcement agencies, officer protection isn’t optional — it’s mission critical. The Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP), administered by the U.S. Department of Justice, provides essential funding that helps departments nationwide purchase NIJ-compliant armor. Since 1999, more than 1.5 million vests have been reimbursed under this program, yet many agencies still face confusion over product eligibility, documentation, and compliance tracking. IntelAlytic and The Armor List simplify this process through verified NIJ data, educational resources, and procurement guidance that ensure every purchase aligns with national standards and audit-ready documentation.