White Paper: Current State of Personal Protective Equipment Procurement by Make PPE in America Act Covered Agencies
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFHOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/2f4f445d40564fc8aa101005c6c10e19/view
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    Description

    Special Notice: Homeland Security, Department of is seeking procurement of personal protective equipment (PPE) items in compliance with the Make PPE in America Act. This white paper provides insight into the PPE requirements, specifications, and anticipated demand of the covered agencies (DHS, HHS, and VA). The purpose is to strengthen the domestic supply chain for PPE and encourage innovation. Industry feedback will be gathered through "industry convening" events after publication of the paper.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Sarah Todd and Shaundra Ford
    acquisition.policy@hq.dhs.gov
    Files
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    PPE White Paper - Final Mar 2024.pdf
    This white paper provides an overview of the requirements, specifications, and anticipated demand for personal protective equipment (PPE) by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) under the Make PPE in America Act. The paper highlights the procurement methodologies employed by each agency and outlines their efforts to strengthen the domestic supply chain for PPE. Industry feedback is sought to further improve the procurement process and encourage innovation.
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