RFP_Attachment_1_-_Salient_Characteristics_(Tech_Subfactor_1)_Update_1.pdf

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Next Gen Ballistic Helmets Federal contract opportunity
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FA8003-19-R-A007
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Department of the Air Force Materiel Command Installation and Mission Support Center

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This solicitation requests proposals for a Next Gen Ballistic Helmets contract. The Air Force Security Forces Center will provide an indefinite delivery indefinite quantity contract over three years to supply approximately 8,100 standardized ballistic helmets per year to Security Forces Squadrons in the continental United States and overseas. The solicitation sets aside this acquisition entirely for small businesses with less than 750 employees in NAICS code 339113. Proposals are due by August 29, 2019 and the evaluation will utilize the tradeoff source selection process to determine best value between the technical and price factors.

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FA8003-19-R-A007 Next Gen Ballistic Helmets RFP Attachment 1: Salient Characteristics (Update #1 per RFP Amendment 0002)

FA8003-19-R-A007 Next Gen Ballistic Helmets RFP Attachment 1: Salient Characteristics

Update #1

The Standardized Security Forces Ballistic Helmet shall:

1. Meet or exceed National Institute of Justice (NIJ) Level IIIA ballistic protection in accordance with

National US Times Dataset (NUSTD) NIJ STD 0106.01/0108.01

2. Meet or exceed current Advanced Combat Helmet (ACH) Blunt Impact Protection requirements while providing center channel communication headband clearance

3. Fit head sizes 52-63cm with shell sizes and adjustable padding to accommodate the sizing spectrum

4. Fall between the ACH mid-cut and high-cut surface area Provide more clearance around the ear than the

ACH mid-cut, cover the entire head area, and have a high-cut ear area in order to accommodate tactical headsets and other accessories (see item #5 below)

5. Accommodate the following accessories:

a. AN/PVS-7B: 5855-01-228-0937

b. AN/PVS-7D: 5855-01-422-5413

c. AN/PVS-14: 5855-01-423-0524

d. AN/PVS-31A: 5855-01-618-8462

e. AN/PSQ-20: 5855-01-534-6449

f. NVG Bracket Mount: 5340-01-509-1467

g. Streamlight Sidewinder Flashlight: 6230-01-571-1311

h. SureFire HLM-01-TN

i. Princeton Tech Switch MPLS LED Task Light

j. Liberator V Advanced Dual Communications Headsets

k. M-50 Gas Mask: 4240-01-512-4437

6. Feature a dial retention system and a single action quick release capability utilizing high strength materials that are resistant to weather and perspiration degradation

a. The retention system must be boltless (i.e. not have its own bolts) in order to reduce the size and quantity of holes in the ballistic shell

b. The chinstrap must have locking mechanisms to secure straps and prevent slippage

7. Include built-in shroud and accessory rail connector system with slots for custom mounting and compatibility with accessories using the Picatinny system

8. Be between 1.5 lbs and 3 lbs before and after installation of shroud, accessory rail, impact liner, and retention system

9. Be in the color Coyote Brown or Tan with helmet covers available in Tactical Black and Operational

Camouflage Pattern (OCP) (Note: The helmet cover must fit over the helmet on the helmet reflecting a tactical appearance, i.e. assist with concealment for operations in a tactical environment)

10. Be fully compliant with the Berry Amendment

11. Be listed on the United States Air Force (USAF) Approved for Use List (AUL) as required by Air Force

Instruction (AFI) 11-410, Personnel Parachute Operations, paras. 4.3.1 and 4.4.1

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