LIFE PRESERVER, VEST
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
DLA Land and Maritime is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential suppliers for a one-time buy of 500 LIFE PRESERVER, VESTs (NSN 4220-015208058). This market survey aims to gather information for a pending Request for Proposals (RFP). The approved manufacturer is BAE SYSTEMS LAND & ARMAMENTS L.P. (54786) P/N: 0111200-3. Responses to the market survey are due by Close of Business (COB) Friday, May 15, 2026.
Item Details & Scope
The requirement is for 500 EACH of NSN 4220-015208058, LIFE PRESERVER, VEST, with a potential 100% option for an additional 1,000 units. DLA Land and Maritime does not possess technical data for this NSN. Sources interested in becoming an approved source must submit information as outlined in DLA Procurement Notes L04 and M06. The NAICS code for this requirement is 339113.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Survey
- Item: LIFE PRESERVER, VEST (NSN 4220-015208058)
- Quantity: 500 EACH (with 100% option for 1,000)
- NAICS Code: 339113
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Market Survey Response Due: May 15, 2026 (COB)
- Published: May 21, 2026
Information Requested
DLA is seeking comprehensive information from potential suppliers to generate a realistic solicitation. Key details requested in the attached market survey include:
- Business Size (Large/Small for NAICS 339113)
- Manufacturer/Dealer Status and Source of Supply
- Manufacturing Location
- Sales Channel Preference (Direct to Government or via dealers)
- Inventory Status
- Commercial Item Claim details (price lists, invoices, technical data)
- Delivery Capability (best possible time in days)
- Interest in Firm Fixed Price contract
- Willingness to submit an offer
- F.O.B. Origin Acceptability
- Minimum Order Quantity and Quantity/Price Breaks
- Salient Features/Cost Drivers
- Unit Size and Weight
Additional Notes
This is a market survey for planning purposes and is not a Request for Quote (RFQ). Respondents must ensure their SAM information reflects the specified NAICS code. Completed market surveys should be returned to Jennifer Cummins via email at Jennifer.cummins@dla.mil.