Cargo Nets (Production)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force has announced the award of a contract to TAC Industries Inc. for the procurement of HCU-7A/E low profile side nets and HCU-15/C top nets. This award was made under the Ability One Program, a mandatory Government source, for critical cargo securing equipment.
Scope of Work
The contract covers the production of HCU-7A/E and HCU-15/C cargo nets, designed to meet MIL-DTL-27444 specifications. These nets are essential for securing palletized cargo on HCU-6/E 463L pallets. They are utilized across the U.S. Air Force, the broader Department of Defense, and by allied partners for air and ground transport operations. Key platforms supported include:
- Aircraft: C-5, C-17, C-130, KC-10, KC-135
- Cargo Loaders: Tunner, Halvorsen
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Award Notice (Procurement under Ability One Program)
- Awarded Entity: TAC Industries Inc.
- Facilitating Agency: Source America®
- Set-Aside: Ability One Program (Mandatory Government Source)
- Award Date: March 11, 2026
- Place of Performance: Springfield, OH
Procurement Details
This procurement was conducted in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 8, as the required supplies are on the Procurement List maintained by the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled. The Committee has the sole authority to determine the fair market price and conducts an administrative review for approval. The acquisition is executed under the authority of Public Law 92-28.