Request for Information (RFI): Agent Kits
ID: W50NH9XKITSType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK INSCOM BELVOIRFORT BELVOIR, VA, 22060-5246, USA

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Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing (31599)

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TACTICAL SETS, KITS, AND OUTFITS (1367)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command United States Army Intelligence and Security Command (ACC-INSCOM), is seeking contractors capable of providing brand-name or equivalent supplies and gear for the completion of agent kits. The procurement aims to equip law enforcement officers with essential tactical gear, including items such as biometric vaults, IFAK first aid kits, holsters, and body armor, all of which must meet mandatory safety and operational standards. This Request for Information (RFI) serves as a preliminary market research tool to inform future acquisition strategies under the NAICS code 315999, with responses due by 12:00 PM on January 10, 2025. Interested parties should submit a concise capabilities statement electronically to Evelyn Johnson at evelyn.johnson116.civ@army.mil, ensuring clarity and relevance in their submissions.

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    The Army Contracting Command (ACC-INSCOM) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to identify contractors capable of supplying brand-name or equivalent gear for INSCOM’s kit completion needs. This RFI is a preliminary market research tool, intended solely for gathering information and does not constitute an official bid solicitation. Contractors are advised that no contract will result from this RFI, and responses are voluntary and unclassified. The aim is to inform the acquisition strategy for future procurements under the NAICS code 315999, covering Other Apparel Accessories and Manufacturing. Interested parties must submit a concise capabilities statement by January 10, 2025, detailing their interest and capability to meet requirements, without including extraneous materials. The RFI emphasizes clarity and relevance in responses, ensuring the government can assess market capacity effectively. All inquiries must be submitted electronically, as mail and phone inquiries are not accepted.
    The document outlines a procurement request for a comprehensive set of law enforcement equipment, detailing a list of items to be supplied in quantities of 442 each, with their pricing listed as $0.00. Items requested include various tactical gear, biometric vaults, IFAK first aid kits, holsters, and body armor with specifications for both soft and hard types. The purpose of this request is to equip officers with essential gear that meets mandatory safety and operational standards. Specific requirements include concealability for personal carry, compatibility with other items, and compliance with safety regulations (e.g., the soft armor must be Level III-A, while the hard armor must be Level IV). The document indicates certain items may be optional or add-ons, but many are marked as mandatory, emphasizing the critical nature of these supplies for law enforcement operations. Overall, the purpose of this RFP is to standardize equipment supplied to agencies while ensuring compliance with regulations and operational needs.
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