Integrated Head Protection System (IHPS) - Mandible Component
ID: W91CRB_IHPS_Mandible_2025Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APGABERDEEN PROVING GROU, MD, 21005-5001, USA

NAICS

Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing (315990)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PERSONAL CARE (NON-MEDICAL) (R401)

Set Aside

Partial Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBP)

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https://sam.gov/opp/9d348ae3fa97436a98473815b2c34ccb/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army's Program Executive Office Soldier, is seeking information from manufacturers regarding the production of the mandible component for the Integrated Head Protection System (IHPS) and its Next Generation variant. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to assess the capabilities and readiness of potential suppliers to meet the Government's requirements for this critical soldier protective equipment, which plays a vital role in enhancing soldier survivability in combat situations. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit White Papers detailing their production capabilities, including timelines for tooling, testing, and delivery, with a maximum procurement quantity of 35,000 mandibles expected within 60 months of contract award. Responses are due within 15 calendar days of the RFI posting and should be directed to Contract Specialist Marianne Velez at marianne.e.velez.civ@army.mil.

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    Marianne Velez
    marianne.e.velez.civ@army.mil
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