Salient Characteristics.pdf
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This document is a set of Salient Characteristics for a Standardized Security Forces Plate Carrier that must meet specific technical requirements. The key details are:
The Standardized Security Forces Plate Carrier must have an outer Mil Spec Cordura shell, an inner antimicrobial and flame-resistant mesh lining, and accommodate female-specific sizing and body shape. It must provide NIJ-certified Level IIIA ballistic protection with the ability to also accommodate NIJ-certified Type IV Enhanced Small Arms Protective Inserts (E-SAPI) on the front and back. The carrier must have hard plate pockets, a single-hand release system, reinforced drag handle, and modular MOLLE webbing. It must be available in Coyote Tan, Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP), and Tactical Black, and be fade/scratch resistant, water resistant, and hand washable.
This Salient Characteristics document is related to a federal contract opportunity solicitation (FA480124Q0468) seeking to purchase 120 MSV Plate Carrier Vests in OCP color with included Level IIIA soft armor inserts, to be delivered to the 49th Security Forces Squadron at Holloman AFB, NM. The solicitation is being issued by the Department of the Air Force's Air Combat Command.
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Air Force Security Forces Center
Security Forces Equipment Branch
Security Forces Standardized Body Armor Requirements
The Standardized Security Forces Plate Carrier shall:
1. Have an outside-facing surface constructed of Mil Spec Cordura.
2. Have an inside-facing surface that is padded and channeled to allow comfort and breathability and must be constructed of antimicrobial and flame resistant mesh material.
3. Be packaged with NIJ-certified Level IIIA ballistic inserts (soft armor) and:
3.1. Come in female design which accommodates natural female shape and body structure without compromising full range of motion, support or excessive breast tissue compression.
3.2. Provide full torso coverage without compromise to full range of motion and be available in sizing ranging from 383cm2/150in2 to 833cm2/328in2
4. Accommodate Enhanced Small Arms Protective Inserts (E-SAPI) on front and back of the carrier simultaneously with soft armor, increasing protection level to NIJ-certified Type IV.
5. Contain hard plate pockets on the outside portion of the carrier shell to increase comfort.
Additionally, pockets must conform to the shape of the E-SAPI plate to prevent side spall, movement or movement without compromising range of motion, comfort, ergonomics, or performance.
6. Feature single-hand operation release system for rapid removal via a quick release mechanism releasing at the shoulders and cummerbund. Must have buckles at detach points located at each shoulder and each side of the waist. Detach points must be thoroughly secured/housed to prevent inadvertent release.
7. Feature heavy-duty reinforced rear drag handle.
8. Accommodate optional side E-SAPI, collar/yoke, throat, bicep/deltoid attachments.
9. Include communications cable and hydration tube routing system to accommodate tubing 3mm to
13mm in diameter.
10. Utilize cummerbund adjustment and adjustment area must be covered (i.e., lace or Velcro adjustment on the rear of the vest covered by exterior panel).
11. Be equipped with Pouch Attachment Ladder System (PALS) webbing on front, back and side surfaces with reinforced stitching to resist tear.
12. Be fully modular with standard Modular Lightweight Load-Carrying Equipment (MOLLE) capability.
13. Be constructed of stitching and material stitched to reduce snag hazards, ensure durability, and prolong serviceability.
14. Contain woven and dyed materials turned under, heat-sealed and/or bound with binding tape to prevent defects that affect performance or durability.
15. Be available in:
a. Coyote Tan
b. Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP)
c. Tactical Black
16. Fade/scratch resistant, water resistant and hand washable.
17. Consist of Thread ends trimmed to 1/16 inch maximum.
18. Be treated for Near Infrared spectral Reflectance (NIR). (NOTE: Tactical Black is exempt from NIR capabilities.)
19. Include low profile shoulder straps with optional shoulder pad accessory.
20. Be compliant with DFARS 252.225-7012 Preference for Certain Domestic Commodities (Berry
Amendment).
BRYAN M. GILLESPIE, GS-14, USAF
Director of Logistics/S4
Air Force Security Forces Center
| 2022-03-07T10:45:05-0600 | |
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