Penn Tactical Solutions

Penn Tactical Solutions is a veteran-owned business based in Philadelphia that focuses on what actually saves lives: quality tactical medical supplies, emergency preparedness training, and protective equipment for law enforcement, EMS, fire rescue, and public safety agencies across Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey.

Penn Tactical operates as an authorized COSTARS-12 vendor through the Pennsylvania Department of General Services, which means public agencies, schools, and municipalities can purchase directly from them with pre-approved pricing and simplified procurement. This isn't a retail storefront model—they work B2B with organizations that need mission-critical gear fast.

Core service categories:

• •Bleeding control kits and trauma care equipment
• •Tactical and rescue medical supplies
• •Public safety PPE and field-ready gear
• •Certified training programs (Stop the Bleed, Tactical Emergency Casualty Care)
• •Body armor systems (Slate Solutions partnership)
• •Riot gear and ballistic protection (helmets, shields, K9 protection)
• •Customizable emergency preparedness solutions for schools and municipalities

As of November 2024, Penn Tactical became an authorized distributor for Slate Solutions, a U.S. manufacturer with over a decade of experience in body armor and protective systems. This means agencies can now access Slate's full product line—including NIJ-certified armor plates, lightweight carriers, the G Fold ballistic shield (deploys in seconds), and specialized K9 protection gear—all through Penn Tactical's COSTARS-approved vendor status.

"Partnering with Slate Solutions allows us to expand our mission of providing high quality, reliable protective gear to first responders throughout the tri state area," — Craig Hall, Founder

Penn Tactical launched a free Stop the Bleed initiative during National Stop the Bleed Month (May) specifically targeting high-risk and underserved neighborhoods in the Philadelphia region. Schools, community centers, faith-based organizations, and nonprofits can apply for hands-on training that covers:

• •Identifying life-threatening bleeding
• •Wound packing and direct pressure techniques
• •Safe tourniquet application
• •Real-world trauma scenarios

This reflects their core mission: access to lifesaving skills shouldn't depend on zip code or budget.

Their COSTARS-12 designation under the Emergency Responder Equipment contract means:

• •No competitive bidding required for eligible agencies
• •Pre-negotiated pricing for public safety, schools, and municipalities
• •Streamlined procurement and compliance
• •Direct access to both Penn Tactical products and their supplier network (like Slate Solutions gear)

They also run an affiliate program for instructors, first responders, community leaders, and safety advocates who want to earn commissions by referring customers. It's designed for people who already recommend their gear and training to build passive income while supporting the preparedness mission.

• •Law enforcement agencies
• •EMS and fire/rescue departments
• •Public schools and educational institutions
• •Municipalities and government agencies across PA, DE, NJ
• •Community organizations in high-risk areas
• •Faith-based nonprofits
• •Healthcare and emergency response networks