DDSP Vest Carriers

SOL #: SP330026Q0108Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Defense Logistics Agency

DLA DISTRIBUTION

NEW CUMBERLAND, PA, 17070-5008, United States

Place of Performance

NAICS

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing (339113)

PSC

Individual Equipment (8465)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d5a2a335cffc4e9ea17dbf37072bd87a/view

Timeline

Posted

Apr 14, 2026

Last Updated

May 15, 2026

Submission Deadline

May 15, 2026, 5:00 PM

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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Distribution is issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ) to establish a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) purchase order for Vest Carriers at DLA Distribution Susquehanna, PA (DDSP). The Government intends to award one (1) contract. This acquisition is now Full and Open Competition, updated from a 100% Small Business Set-Aside by Amendment 0003. Proposals are currently due May 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.

Scope of Work

This RFQ is for the procurement of Vest Carriers. Key technical specifications and requirements, clarified through Amendment 0001, include:

Design: Front-opening for easy donning/doffing, full coverage MOLLE/PALS webbing (4-5 rows), ambidextrous mic tabs and welts, discreet drag handle.
Pockets: Two (2) top-access zippered chest pockets, front and rear armor plate pockets accommodating 10" x 12" Special Threat and Rifle Armor Plates.
Materials/Features: Non-abrasive hexagon ripstop nylon lining, badge loop field with eyelets, ambidextrous front 1" x 5" loop ID field, one removable 2" x 6" loop ID field, and a rear 4" x 8" loop ID field.
Customization: Front and rear panels will have heat-applied "POLICE" with designated sizes and colors based on rank. Nametapes must be cotton or poly-cotton blend with color-designated names in block letters and have hook and loop on the back.
Equivalency: Equivalent products to listed part numbers are acceptable, provided they meet all specified technical requirements.
Sizing: The vendor will be responsible for measuring each officer to determine the correct carrier size based on existing body armor size.

Contract Details

Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ), Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order.
Set-Aside: Full and Open Competition (updated by Amendment 0003).
NAICS Code: 339113 (800 employees size standard).
PSC: 8465 (Individual Equipment).
Place of Performance: DLA Distribution Susquehanna, PA (DDSP).

Key Amendments & Updates

Amendment 0001 (April 21, 2026): Incorporated vendor questions and answers, providing detailed technical specifications and equivalency guidelines for the vest carriers.
Amendment 0002 (April 28, 2026): Extended the solicitation closing date (superseded by Amendment 0003).
Amendment 0003 (May 11, 2026): Updated the requirement from a 100% Small Business Set-Aside to Full and Open Competition and extended the solicitation closing date to May 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.
Upcoming: A further amendment is anticipated to address additional questions and potentially extend the closing date again, as the Contract Specialist will be out of office.