This federal contract IDV award, valued at $4,302,681.84, was issued by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support Clothing and Textiles to Lions Volunteer Blind Industries, Inc., a non-profit AbilityOne manufacturer. The contract is for the production of various combat helmet covers, including specialized models like the Improved Helmet Pad Suspension (IHPS) covers and combat helmet type VI covers. Lions Volunteer Blind Industries holds several Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) contracts with DLA Troop Support and the Army's Program Executive Office (PEO) Soldier, valued at $14,085,000, $4,302,681.84, and $4,760,000, enabling the military to efficiently order a range of combat helmet cover models to meet evolving operational needs. The contract is not set aside for any specific business category, as the company's status as an AbilityOne non-profit organization provides a unique value proposition in federal contracting. The task orders under this IDV contract include firm fixed-price delivery orders for the production of helmet covers, such as the 8510822550 Helmet Covers, 8510716037 COVER,HELMET, and 8510065307 COVER,HELMET, with values ranging from $270,357.14 to $278,492.20. The contract period of performance extends through 2025-2028, supporting the U.S. military's ongoing requirements for specialized helmet accessories and protective gear. As an AbilityOne non-profit, Lions Volunteer Blind Industries focuses on creating textile-based military equipment while providing employment opportunities for individuals who are blind or have significant disabilities.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| P00005 | Other Administrative Action | $0 | 3/27/25 | |
| P00004 | Change Order | $0 | 4/19/24 | |
| P00003 | Other Administrative Action | $0 | 4/16/24 | |
| P00002 | Other Administrative Action | $0 | 2/28/24 | |
| P00001 | Other Administrative Action | $0 | 8/9/23 |
Name | Description | Awardee | Potential Value (Click to sort descending) | Award Date (Click to sort descending) | Completion Date (Click to sort descending) | Updated At (Click to sort descending) |
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Delivery Order SPE1C123DB010-SPE1C124F5671 | Lions Volunteer Blind Industries, Inc. | $278.5k | 8/15/24 | 3/26/25 | 8/15/24 | |
Delivery Order SPE1C123DB010-SPE1C123F4995 | Lions Volunteer Blind Industries, Inc. | $270.4k | 8/9/23 | 4/29/24 | 4/2/24 | |
Delivery Order SPE1C123DB010-SPE1C124F4815 | Lions Volunteer Blind Industries, Inc. | $270.4k | 6/26/24 | 12/27/24 | 6/26/24 |