Army Flyer’s Helmets - Apache and Rotary Wing Helmet Assemblies
ID: W58RGZ-25-RFI-AFARHType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-RSAREDSTONE ARSENAL, AL, 35898-0000, USA

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

SPECIALIZED FLIGHT CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES (8475)

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https://sam.gov/opp/cf0e30cb66684ec1a64344afcac0e03f/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command at Redstone Arsenal, is seeking information from contractors capable of manufacturing and delivering Army Flyer’s Helmets, including the Apache Helmet Assembly (AHA) and the HGU-56/P Rotary Wing Helmet (RWH). The procurement aims to fulfill the needs of Army Aviation by providing qualified helmet assemblies for rotary wing pilots and crew members, with an expected procurement start in the second quarter of FY26 for fielding in the third quarter of FY26. Interested parties must respond to this Request for Information (RFI) by January 10, 2025, providing details about their capabilities and qualifications, and can contact Felicia Dortch at felicia.r.dortch.civ@army.mil or Joe Pollard at joe.w.pollard.civ@army.mil for further inquiries.

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