Firefighter Gear
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 Army, specifically W6QM MICC-FT DRUM, is issuing a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Quotation - RFQ) for Firefighter Gear. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) and seeks new equipment only. Quotes are due by March 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires specific firefighter gear, with items listed as "brand name or equal." Key requirements include:
- Bags: RICOCHET GEAR bags (PRO-Nylon Duck, heavy-duty, water-resistant, specific dimensions).
- Gloves: RICOCHET GLOVE KEEPERS, CROSSTECH and WILDLAND gloves (EXTRICATION, STRUCTURAL COAT, FLEX TUFF, FIRE GLOVES, RESCUE/WILDLAND).
- Hoods: RICOCHET NFPA COMPLIANT BARRIER HOODS (Nomex/Lenzing blend, FR performance).
- Coats: CROSSTECH STRUCTURAL COATS (TenCate FLEX 7TM, GORE-TEX® CROSSTECH® lining, specific sizes).
- Pants: CROSSTECH STRUCTURAL PANTS (TenCate FLEX 7TM, reinforced knees, specific sizes).
- Fire Boots: Vibram ROCKY CODE RED STRUCTURE NFPA RATED COMPOSITE TOE FIRE BOOTS (various sizes, puncture resistant, PFAS chemicals, Vibram outsole).
- Helmets: Bullard UL6BK6L UST TRADITIONAL HELMET.
- Badges: Bullard 6IN LEATHER FRONT BLACK FIREFIGHTER US ARMY/SILVER BADGE CENTER.
All items must be NEW EQUIPMENT ONLY.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ).
- Payment Term: Net 30.
- Quote Validity: Quotes must be valid for 90 days.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted exclusively through the PIEE Solicitation Module. Offers submitted outside of PIEE will be rejected.
- Required Documents: Offers must include Attachment 1 (Certifications and identification of country of origin) and a completed Buy American—Balance of Payments Program Certificate.
- "Brand Name or Equal": For "equal" products, offers must meet specified salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics, and descriptive literature is required.
- Evaluation Factors: Price and Technical.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
Additional Notes
NAICS code and SBA size standards are available in the PIEE module. The primary contact for this opportunity is Omar (omar.banda2.mil@mail.mil).