57th Multi-Spectral Camouflage
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- FA568225R2004
- Agency
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Air Force
Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 314999 All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills
- PSC
- 1080 Camouflage And Deception Equipment
- Place of performance
- Aviano Pordenone Italy
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The United States Air Force (USAF) is seeking vendors to develop a comprehensive Full Spectrum Camouflage solution with multiple specialized textile products. The procurement includes three primary camouflage items: an Ultra-lightweight Camouflage Net System, a Sniper/Observer/Recon poncho, and a Personal Camouflage suit. Each item must meet rigorous technical specifications, including being reversible between desert and woodland patterns, providing multi-spectral signature concealment across visual, near-infrared, shortwave infrared, thermal, and radar spectrums. The products must be lightweight, fire retardant, water repellent, and maintain camouflage patterns comparable to those used by US Special Operations Forces. The pre-solicitation notice was posted on February 28, 2025, with responses due by March 7, 2025, indicating a tight timeline for potential vendors to prepare and submit their proposals.
The contract opportunity is not designated with any specific set-aside, which means it is open to all qualified vendors within the relevant NAICS category of Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills (NAICS 314999). The procurement involves relatively small quantities: 24 units of the Camouflage Net System, 10 units of the poncho, and 20 units of the Personal Camouflage suit. While specific budget details are not provided, the technical complexity and specialized nature of the requirements suggest a potentially significant contract value. The products are categorized under Product Service Code 1080 for Camouflage and Deception Equipment, indicating a specialized defense procurement. The contract is being managed by the Department of the Air Force, emphasizing its strategic importance for military operational capabilities.
Notice text
The United States Air Force (USAF) is seeking vendors capable of developing a comprehensive requirement for Full Spectrum Camouflage. The solution must meet the following salient characteristics:
Ultra-lightweight Camouflage Net System (24 units)
-Reversible (Desert/woodland), all-weather, multispectral, modular camouflage system
-Provides visual, Near IR, Shortwave IR, thermal, and radar signature concealment
-Operator repairable, maintainable
-Fire retardant/water repellent
-Camouflage pattern equivalent to those in use by US Special Operations Forces
Sniper/Observer/Recon poncho (10 units)
-Reversible poncho-style garment (lightwood/desert)
-lightweight (less than 3lbs), modular
-Fire retardant/water repellent
-Provides visual, Near IR, Shortwave IR, and thermal detection protection
-Camouflage pattern equivalent to those in use by US Special Operations Forces
Personal Camouflage suit (20 units)
-Reversible (lightwood/desert)
-Provides visual, Near IR, Shortwave IR, and thermal detection protection
-Fire retardant, water repellent
-Weight less than 5lbs
-Camouflage pattern equivalent to those in use by US Special Operations Forces
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