Sim Protection

SOL #: PANNGB26P0000030898Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
W7M6 USPFO ACTIVITY ILANG 182
PEORIA, IL, 61607-5004, United States

Place of Performance

Peoria, IL

NAICS

Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing (315990)

PSC

Armor, Personal (8470)

Set Aside

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

Timeline

1
Posted
Jun 18, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Jul 8, 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 182d Airlift Wing of the Illinois Air National Guard is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified small businesses for a future Firm Fixed-Price contract for Sim Protection equipment. This market research aims to procure helmet head protectors, male and female groin protectors, and throat protectors specifically rated for simunition ammunition. Responses are due July 8, 2026, by 12:00 PM CDT.

Purpose & Scope

This notice is for planning purposes only, seeking to gain knowledge of potential sources, particularly within the Small Business Community (including 8(a), HUB-Zone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, and Woman-Owned Small Business). The intent is to issue a solicitation and award a contract for the supply of protective gear for simunition training.

The required items include:

  • CLIN 0001: Helmet Head Protector, Part # 8972264, or equal (Qty: 50)
  • CLIN 0002: Groin Protector, Male, Part # 8971770, or equal (Qty: 50)
  • CLIN 0003: Groin Protector, Female, Part # 8971771, or equal (Qty: 50)
  • CLIN 0004: Throat Protector, OSFA, Part #: 8971764, or equal (Qty: 50)
  • CLIN 0005: Freight (Qty: 1)

All items must be rated for protection against simunition ammunition. The specified part numbers correspond to Simunition FX® 9000 Series Protective Equipment, with the FX® 9004 Helmet Head Protector being mandatory for use with ALL Simunition® FX® Training Marking Ammunition.

Contract Details

The anticipated contract award will be a Firm Fixed Price contract. The type of solicitation issued will depend on the responses received. While the notice indicates a focus on Small Business, if adequate competition is not found, the opportunity may be advertised as unrestricted.

Response Requirements & Submission

Interested concerns must respond in writing to MSgt Natalie Gootee via email at natalie.gootee.4@us.af.mil by July 8, 2026, 12:00 PM CDT. The response shall not exceed five typewritten pages and must include:

  1. A completed and signed Sources Sought Response Form (attached to the posting).
  2. A positive statement of intent to bid as a prime contractor.
  3. A listing of comparable contracts completed during the past three years, including type, dollar value, location, owner POC, and contract number.

The email subject line must be: "Sources Sought-Sim Protection". No reimbursement will be made for response costs.

Evaluation

Responses will be used to determine the interest, capabilities, and qualifications of various members of the Small Business Community to compete for and perform this Firm Fixed Price contract. This information will inform the government's decision on whether to set aside the future solicitation for small businesses.

People

Points of Contact

MSgt Natalie GooteePRIMARY
Nicholas MarzinzikSECONDARY

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Posted: Jun 18, 2026
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