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Sources sought, total small business set-aside

NVG Ballistic Helmets

FA485525-BallisticHelmets

Department of the Air Force, FA4855 27 Socons LGC. Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing.

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Response deadline

February 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM EST

Closed 612 days ago. Posted February 20, 2025. Scheduled to archive March 14, 2025.

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Description

As published on SAM.gov.

Purpose: This is a Sources Sought Notice issued in accordance with FAR Part 5 for information and planning purposes only. This notice does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP), Invitation for Bid (IFB), or Request for Quotation (RFQ), nor does it guarantee that a solicitation will be issued. This notice is intended to identify potential sources that can provide ballistic helmets that meet the following specifications. Interested parties are encouraged to respond to this notice with their capability statements.

Requirement Overview: The Government requires Eighty-Five (85) ballistic helmets for base defense and precautionary landing/evasion purposes. The helmets will replace loaned units and must meet specific compatibility and functional requirements to ensure operational readiness. Due to an upcoming deployment of approximately 40% of the squadron within two months, expedited delivery is essential.

Quantities and Sizes: • 81 Ballistic Helmets – Size Large • 4 Ballistic Helmets – Size Extra Large Salient Characteristics: • Ballistic protection rated for small arms (9mm) • Compatible with DPAM NVG Mounts (Mfr Part No: 62100G04-B) • Non-proprietary rail system for accessory attachment • Gentex Ops Core Fast design • High Cut profile • 3-Hole mounting pattern • Head-Loc 4-Point Chinstrap for stability • OCC Dial adjustable fit system • Right-Eye Dominant configuration • Modular Bungee Shroud for NVG stability • PowerPath ARC Rail for mounting accessories • Color: Tan 499 • Part Numbers: • XL – A14570-03G0301 • L – A1570-02G0201 Delivery Requirements: -45 Days ADC Response Instructions: Interested vendors should submit a capability statement addressing the following:

• Company name, address, and point of contact • CAGE Code and DUNS Number • Relevant past performance and experience in supplying similar equipment • Ability to meet the specified requirements and delivery timeline • Confirmation of compliance with all salient characteristics Disclaimer: This Sources Sought Notice is for informational and planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government. The Government is not obligated to pay for any information provided in response to this notice. Specific contract clauses and terms will be referenced or attached in any future solicitation, in accordance with FAR guidelines.

Response Due Date:

27 February 2025 1200 MST Submit Responses To:

A1C Christian Baldwin; email: christian.baldwin.3@us.af.mil

Publications

Every notice SAM.gov issued under this solicitation number, oldest first. Each is a separate record on SAM.

  1. February 20, 2025

    Sources sought

    Due February 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM EST. SAM.gov, notice 023f986188784a1cade00fab1f8f4b81

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