31 MXG Deployment Gear

The Department of the Air Force's 31st Fighter Wing is procuring military deployment gear through solicitation FA568225Q2017, seeking various clothing and equipment items for deployed personnel. The procurement includes 499 mid-weight cold weather shirts, 280 neck gaiters, 68 grid fleece half-zip tops, 280 industrial goggles, 143 fire-resistant coveralls, 268 tactical steel-toe boots, and 279 tactical gloves, along with shipping services. This is a brand name or equal procurement effort where items with similar characteristics will be considered acceptable, with direct shipping to the final destination required. The evaluation criteria will consider technical capability, delivery terms, price, and past performance, with vendors required to submit quotes via email to the contracting point of contact. The solicitation response deadline is July 22, 2025, at 1600 EDT, with quotes required to remain valid for 60 days.

This procurement does not utilize any set-aside designations and is open to all qualified vendors meeting the specified requirements. The contract does not identify any current incumbents or potential award values in the available documentation. The equipment will be delivered to Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, specifically to the 378 ELRS LGRDDC at 1 Aerial Port Way, supporting US Forces deployment operations. The procurement encompasses a substantial quantity of personal protective equipment and clothing items across various sizes, from small to extra-large for most items, with boots ranging from size 5.0 to 15.0 in both regular and wide widths. The comprehensive nature of the order suggests this is a complete outfitting effort for military personnel preparing for or already engaged in deployed operations in the Middle East region.