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
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime has issued a Presolicitation for LIFE PRESERVER, VEST (NSN: 4220-015208058). This requirement is designated as Other Than Full & Open Competition and seeks 750 units. The solicitation is expected to be available on DLA's Internet Bid Board Site (DIBBS) on or about June 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the procurement of 750 EA of LIFE PRESERVER, VEST, NSN: 4220-015208058. The required delivery is 420 Days without First Article Test (FAT)/Production Lot Test (PLT) or 843 Days with FAT/PLT, with FOB Origin. The approved source for this item is BAE SYSTEMS LAND & ARMAMENTS L.P. (CAGE 54786), P/N: 0111200-3.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (future contract type not specified, but will be solicited per FAR part 12.201-1)
- Set-Aside: Other Than Full & Open Competition
- NAICS: 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing)
- Product Service Code: 4220 (Marine Lifesaving And Diving Equipment)
- Published: June 1, 2026
- Presolicitation Closing: June 2, 2026
- Solicitation Release: On or about June 3, 2026, on DIBBS.
Evaluation
The final award decision will be based on a combination of price, delivery, and performance, with pricing being a significant factor.
Submission & Contact
Offers for the future solicitation should be submitted through DIBBS (preferred method) or via email to JENNIFER.CUMMINS@DLA.MIL. Email proposals cannot exceed 15 MB; larger proposals must be split. All offers must be in English and US dollars. Contract Specialist: JENNIFER CUMMINS (JENNIFER.CUMMINS@dla.mil).