Optimized Top Owl (OTO) Helmet Program
ID: SPE1C1-26-R-0018Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA TROOP SUPPORTPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5096, USA

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

CLOTHING, SPECIAL PURPOSE (8415)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/9ea5f529e940497da651f88d75caae93/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support, is seeking proposals for the manufacture and delivery of components under the Optimized Top Owl (OTO) Helmet Program. This procurement includes two specific items: a Hinge Block Section and a Visor for a Flyer’s Helmet, with quantities of 139 and 69 units respectively, and is expected to be awarded on an unrestricted basis. The items are critical for military operations, and the contract will be firm-fixed-price, with delivery to a DLA depot in Austin, Texas, and may require First Article Testing. Interested vendors must ensure compliance with export control regulations and have the necessary certifications to access technical data, with proposals due within 30 days of solicitation posting, anticipated on or before November 30, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Alex Salim at Alex.Salim@dla.mil or Maria C Aguayo at maria.aguayo@dla.mil.

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    ALEX SALIM
    ALEX.SALIM@DLA.MIL
    Maria C Aguayo
    maria.aguayo@dla.mil
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