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This is a Sources Sought notice.
The agency is gauging market interest. No bid is being requested yet — submitting a capabilities statement may put you on the radar for the eventual solicitation.
How to respond — with a free templatearrow_forwardThe Army needs a small business to manufacture protective gear for force-on-force training exercises.
Key Details
The Army needs specialized protective gear for force-on-force training exercises. The equipment must provide adequate protection from simunition ammunition while allowing full mobility and realistic training parameters.
- What exactly do they need?
- 40 Female Groin Protectors, rated to protect against blunt force trauma from simunition ammunition, manufactured with strong, high-quality materials, and securely attachable to the member.
- 50 Male Groin Protectors, rated to protect against blunt force trauma from simunition ammunition, manufactured with strong, high-quality materials, and securely attachable to the member.
- 50 Throat Protectors, rated to protect against blunt force trauma from simunition ammunition, manufactured with strong, high-quality materials, and securely attachable to the member.
- 50 Helmet Head Protectors, rated to protect against blunt force trauma from simunition ammunition, manufactured with strong, high-quality materials, and featuring anti-fog capabilities.
- What's the contract structure and timeline?
The notice doesn't say.
- How will they pick the winner?
The notice doesn't say.
- When and how do you bid?
Bid by 2026-07-30T17:00:00.000Z via SAM.gov.
Who can apply
- Any certified small business may apply.
If you're interested, do this first
- Check that your small business certification is still active in SAM.gov.
- Review the solicitation requirements and ensure you can meet the specifications for the protective gear.
Primary point of contact
Name
MSgt Natalie Gootee
Email
natalie.gootee.4@us.af.mil
Phone
(309) 633-5723