Personal Protective Equipment (Crowd Control)

Sources Sought Notice

This notice is for market research purposes only and is NOT a solicitation for proposals. The National Guard Bureau (NGB) is seeking information on industry capabilities to provide fully integrated Crowd Control Support Modules (CCSMs) for the National Guard Reaction Force (NGRF) and Quick Reaction Force (NGQRF). The goal is to standardize non-lethal protective gear to improve mission readiness and civil safety.

• The requirement involves sourcing, kitting, integrating, and delivering specialized commercial tactical equipment as a single, mission-ready CCSM Bill of Materials (BOM) packed inside QUADCON freight containers.

• Any brand-name items mentioned are for descriptive purposes; functionally equivalent products will be accepted if detailed specification sheets are provided.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP)

• Period of Performance: Base year with subsequent option periods.

• The government is seeking feedback on the earliest possible delivery date of complete sets and recommended phased delivery schedules.

• Interested contractors must submit a Capability Statement (max 5 pages, 12-point font).

• Responses must include:

  • Company Information (Name, Address, POC)
  • Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and CAGE Code
  • SBA Size Status (under NAICS Code 339920)
  • Feedback on proposed NAICS Code 339920 (Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing) and PSC Code 1367 (Tactical Sets, Kits, and Outfits).
  • Information on existing GWAC or GSA MAS contracts, if applicable.
  • Earliest delivery date ARO and proposed monthly delivery schedule.
  • No more than three (3) relevant past performance projects from the last five years (involving multi-item tactical equipment kitting, supply chain consolidation, or COTS integration into QUADCONs).
  • Description of teaming/subcontracting structure and ability to meet FAR 52.219-14.
  • Explanation of how the company can meet the 50% personnel cost threshold.
  • Recommendations for improving the NGB's technical or logistical approach.
  • A capabilities document and/or catalog of relevant COTS equipment.

• Response Deadline: 12:00 pm EST on 29 June 2026.

• Submit responses via e-mail to Guy J. Maily (guy.j.maily.mil@army.mil) and MAJ Beau J. Armentor (beau.j.armentor.mil@army.mil).

• This is NOT a solicitation for proposals.

• The Government will NOT be responsible for any costs incurred in responding.

• No contract will be awarded from this announcement.

• Respondents will NOT be notified of the results of the Government's review.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides a list of shipping addresses for "CCSMs" (likely a type of module or equipment) across various regions in the United States and Puerto Rico. It details the quantity of modules, the state/territory, and specific street addresses for delivery or shipment.

• Regions: The document is organized into 10 regions.
• States/Territories: Within each region, specific states or Puerto Rico are listed.
• Quantity of Modules: The number of modules associated with each location is provided.
• Addresses: Two columns, "Address 1" and "Address 2", list the specific mailing or delivery addresses.
• Total: A total of 75 modules are accounted for across all listed locations.

This attachment is crucial for bidders who will be responsible for shipping, delivery, or installation of CCSMs. It provides the exact locations and quantities required for each site, which will be necessary for logistical planning, cost estimation, and proposal development. Bidders must carefully review these addresses to ensure accurate fulfillment of any delivery or deployment requirements outlined in the solicitation.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Memorandum for Record from the National Guard Bureau regarding a Sources Sought for Crowd Control Support Modules (CCSMs). The CCSMs are intended for the National Guard Response Force (NGRF) and National Guard Quick Reaction Force (NGQRF) mission sets.

• Each CCSM set includes items packaged in a single quadcon container and one pallet.
• The quadcon packed with equipment weighs 3150 lbs. and measures 96"x58"x82".
• The training module pallet weighs 270 lbs. and measures 50"x40"x58".
• The CCSM and Training Module are packed separately for ease of use.
• Quadcons and pallets will be transported to the United States Property and Fiscal Office (USPFO) of each State and Territory.

The document provides a detailed list of equipment included in the CCSM, with quantities, part numbers, and descriptions. This includes items such as:

• Non-Ballistic Riot Face Shields and Body Shields
• Non-Ballistic Shinguards and Forearm Protectors
• Non-Ballistic Riot Control Gloves
• Riot Batons and OC Dispersers
• Traffic Vests
• Mini Light Bars
• Cone Kits
• Handheld Metal Detectors
• Rechargeable Battery Kits
• Peak Beam Nonlethal Packages
• Double Cuffs
• Medical Shears
• Pouches
• Inert Riot Suits
• Training Batons
• Internal and Pallet Cases

This document serves as a sources sought notice, indicating the government's intent to procure these specific crowd control support modules. Potential vendors can use this information to determine their capability to provide these items and potentially respond to future solicitations. Attachment 1, referenced for shipping/transportation costs, is not provided here but would be relevant for logistical considerations.