Uniform_Statement_of_Need.pdf
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This Statement of Need outlines NOAA's requirement to procure 43 NOMEX flight suits and 34 NOMEX jackets (29 royal blue, 5 sage green) for their Aircraft Operations Center personnel. The technical specifications detail precise requirements for the flight suits, which must be full-length, high-temperature-resistance coveralls in royal blue, with specific zippered pocket configuration, and manufactured by Gibson and Barnes using lightweight NOMEX plain weave with fire-resistance finish. The jackets must feature authorized NOMEX fabric, zipper closure, large front pouch pockets, wind flap, pencil pocket, and knit cuffs.
Delivery is specified for 3450 Flightline Dr., Lakeland, FL 33811, with the government accepting partial deliveries as items are completed. The procurement includes provisions for 20 additional incoming BOTC (Basic Officer Training Course) Officers, with sizes to be provided later. The technical point of contact is LTJG Felipe Almodóvar, and the Contacting Officer Representative (COR) is LT Patrick Lawler. The document is dated 26 June 2025 and provides detailed sizing breakdowns for both male and female personnel across various size ranges, emphasizing the specific part numbers and manufacturer requirements for these safety-critical uniform items.
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26 June 2025
STATEMENT OF NEED
BACKGROUND:
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) owns/operates 10 aircraft, and employs approximately 145 personnel to maintain and operate the aircraft in support of national scientific requirements. For safety of flight requirements, flight crews are required by policy to wear a wide variety of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Some of these required safety items are a NOAA-issued royal blue fire-resistant flight suit, as well as the NOAA-issued royal blue or green fire-resistant NOMEX jacket.
This is also a required uniform item for the 55+ NOAA Corps personnel working at the NOAA Aircraft Operations Center (AOC).
PURPOSE:
Procurement Brand Name or Equal of (43) NOAA Blue flight suits, (29) NOMEX jackets Royal Blue, and (5) NOMEX jackets Sage.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Flight Suits: Full-length coveralls of high temperature resistant, blue NOMEX with two zippered chest pockets, two zippered thigh pockets, two zippered leg pockets, and zippered sleeve pocket. (CWU-73/P) Part Numbers: UA2N1BR FSL-27/P Nomex Light Weight Royal, and UB2N1BR Sentinel Nomex Light Weight Royal (required when custom sized suits are requested) – These are part numbers specific to Gibson and Barnes and they are the sole manufacturer of the sizes and colors that are required. They must be lightweight NOMEX plain weave and have a fire resistant finish in the royal blue color.
● UA2N1BR FSL-27/P Nomex Light Weight Royal o (4) Mens 40R o (1) Mens 42S o (1) Mens 42R o (2) Mens 42T o (1) Mens 44S o (1) Mens 44R o (1) Mens 44T o (1) Mens 46R o (4) Mens 48R o (2) Mens 48S
● UB2N1BR Sentinel Nomex Light Weight Royal o (1) Female 02S- Custom o (1) Female 02R- Custom o (2) Female 04R o (1) Female 08R
● ( +20 for incoming fall BOTC Officers (6 Custom, 14 Standard Size)) (Government will provide sizes when available)
● Total: 43
Royal Blue NOMEX Jacket: Made of authorized NOMEX fabric, with zipper closure, one large pouch pocket on each front, wind flap and zippered pencil holder/pocket on left sleeve, and knit cuffs and bottoms.
Part Numbers: Uniform Flight Jacket- Sentinel Jacket, 6.0-6.5 Ounce Nomex, Full Zip Out Liner, Royal Blue
● NOMEX Jackets (royal blue)
○ (1) Mens Small
○ (3) Mens Medium
○ (3) Mens Large
○ (1) Mens Extra large
○ + 12 for incoming BOTC Officers (Government will provide sizes when available)
○ + 10 for incoming fall BOTC Officers (Government will provide sizes when available)
Sage/Green NOMEX Jacket: Made of authorized NOMEX fabric, with zipper closure, one large pouch pocket on each front, wind flap and zippered pencil holder/pocket on left sleeve, and knit cuffs and bottoms.
Part Numbers: Sentinel Full Zip-Out Milspec 45 Sage-Men
● Green NOMEX
○ (1) Mens Small
○ (1) Mens Medium
○ (3) Mens Large
○ (1) Mens Extra Large
DELIVERY SCHEDULE:
Flight suits shall be delivered to 3450 Flightline Dr., Lakeland, FL 33811 NLT TBD. The government will accept partial delivery, as the items are completed. Vendor will provide a single pricing for multiple shipments.
POINTS OF CONTACT:
Technical: LTJG Felipe Almodóvar, felipe.almodovar@noaa.gov COR: LT Patrick Lawler, (772) 226-0638, patrick.lawler@noaa.gov
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