Tents And Tarpaulins

Product Service Code (PSC) 8340, Tents and Tarpaulins, encompasses a wide range of shelter and protective covering solutions for military, emergency, and civilian applications. This category includes various types of tents, tarps, canopies, and related accessories designed for temporary shelter, equipment protection, and operational support. Products range from lightweight tactical shelters and camouflage nets to large event tents and specialized environmental protection structures.

Federal Contract Awards in this PSC category demonstrate diverse procurement activities across multiple government agencies. Notable awards include a $562,373.59 contract to UTS Systems LLC for military tent delivery, multiple smaller delivery orders for tarpaulins from Federal Prison Industries (FPI/UNICOR), and a $609,850 contract to MMI Outdoor Inc. for wildland firefighting tents. Most awards are firm-fixed price contracts with durations ranging from several months to two years. Frequent awarding agencies include the Department of Defense, Air Force, Navy, and various logistics commands. Set-asides frequently include small business, women-owned small business, and Indian Economic Enterprise categories.

Recent federal contract opportunities in PSC 8340 showcase a broad spectrum of tent and shelter requirements. Solicitations include military-specific needs such as RF-shielded communication tents for Air Mobility Command, aircraft maintenance shelters for the Army National Guard, and specialized shelters for propeller storage at naval facilities. Civilian agencies like the Indian Health Service have sought inflatable educational tents, while emergency management organizations request event and deployment tents. Typical requirements specify detailed technical specifications including size, material composition, environmental resistance, and deployment characteristics. Most opportunities are set aside for small businesses and target specific operational or educational needs across various federal agencies.