RFP_Attachment_1_-_Salient_Characteristics_(Tech_Subfactor_1)_Update_2.pdf
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This request for proposal and related federal contract opportunity seek proposals for standardized ballistic helmets and associated covers to equip Air Force security forces. Key requirements include National Institute of Justice ballistic protection levels, fit sizes from 52 to 63 centimeters, compatibility with various tactical accessories, a weight between 1.5 to 3 pounds, coyote brown or tan color, and Berry Amendment compliance. Proposals are due by August 29, 2019 with the contract being a fixed-price indefinite delivery indefinite quantity agreement for approximately 8,100 helmets annually over three years. Evaluation will use a tradeoff process between technical and price factors to select the best value for the Air Force. The soliciting agency is the Air Force Materiel Command Installation and Mission Support Center, and the opportunity is set aside solely for small businesses.
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FA8003-19-R-A007 Next Gen Ballistic Helmets RFP Attachment 1: Salient Characteristics (Update #2 per RFP Amendment 0003)
FA8003-19-R-A007 Next Gen Ballistic Helmets RFP Attachment 1: Salient Characteristics
Update #2
The Standardized Security Forces Ballistic Helmet shall:
1. Meet or exceed National Institute of Justice (NIJ) Level IIIA IIIA ballistic protection in accordance with
NIJ STD 0106.01/NIJ STD 0108.01/AR-PD 10-02
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. 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 (built-in or attached via through bolts) 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 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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