Aviation Body Armor Vest (ABAV)
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- FA483026P0005
- Agency
-
Air Combat Command
Air Force, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 315990 Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing
- PSC
- 8415 Clothing, Special Purpose
- Place of performance
- Moody AFB, Georgia 31699, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The United States Air Force, specifically the 23rd Contracting Squadron at Moody Air Force Base, is soliciting offers for Aviation Body Armor Vest (ABAV) systems under solicitation number FA483026P0005 (also referenced as FA483026Q0012). The procurement includes USAF Rotary Wing Kits without CTAF Cummerbunds, adaptive cummerbunds, padded ballistic inserts, and related components in multiple sizes (Small through X-Large) to support aircrew protection across 24 USAF aircraft platforms. The requirement encompasses firm fixed price contracts with two separate delivery schedules: one at 10 weeks from award and another at 20 weeks from award. Evaluation will be conducted on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis, with proposals assessed against detailed specifications and drawings for SAPI/ESAPI ballistic protection and flame-resistant materials. The deadline for submission is March 16, 2026, and interested vendors should direct inquiries to Aden Luna at (229) 257-1349 or aden.luna@us.af.mil, with pricing to remain firm for 60 calendar days following submission.
This acquisition is set aside exclusively for small business concerns with a 600-employee size standard under NAICS code 315990 (Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing). FirstSpear is the identified incumbent contractor and sole authorized manufacturer, with procurement occurring through their authorized distributor Atlantic Driving Supply Inc., based on strict safety requirements established by the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center's Safe-to-Fly approval. The estimated contract value exceeds $750,000 but does not exceed $15 million, with the first order comprising 110 USAF Rotary Wing Kits (30 Small, 30 Medium, 30 Large, 20 X-Large), 135 adaptive cummerbunds across all sizes, and additional ballistic inserts and components detailed in the solicitation. Delivery will occur at two separate locations within Moody Air Force Base, Georgia: 347 OSS CCR RA CCR (DoDAAC F3E103) and F3E270 41RGS CC (DoDAAC F3E270), with inspection and acceptance conducted at both source and destination points.
Notice text
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or commercial services prepared in accordance with part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Offers are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.
Solicitation number FA483026P0005 is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ), for Aviation Body Armor Vest (ABAV).
This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov. Please see attached documentaion for futher details about requirement.
Moody AFB is searching to procure two orders of Aviation Body Armor Vest (ABAV), the two orders will be delivered separately to two different locations.
Specifications listed below need to be required to be technically acceptable:
ORDER 1)
300-90-00154-5179F-02
USAF Rotary Wing Kit w/o CTAF Cummerbund, SAPI/
ESAPI, OCP/TAN499 FR, Small (Quantity: 30)
300-90-00154-5179F-03
USAF Rotary Wing Kit w/o CTAF Cummerbund, SAPI/
ESAPI, OCP/TAN499 FR, Medium (Quantity: 30)
300-90-00154-5179F-04
USAF Rotary Wing Kit w/o CTAF Cummerbund, SAPI/
ESAPI, OCP/TAN499 FR, Large (Quantity: 30)
300-90-00154-5179F-05
USAF Rotary Wing Kit w/o CTAF Cummerbund, SAPI/
ESAPI, OCP/TAN499 FR, XL (Quantity: 20)
300-15-01171-5179F-02
Adaptive Cummerbund, Sectional, Modular
Element, 6/12, FR, Tubes, OCP/Tan 499, Small (Quantity: 40)
300-15-01171-5179F-03
Adaptive Cummerbund, Sectional, Modular
Element, 6/12, FR, Tubes, OCP/Tan 499, Medium (Quantity: 40)
300-15-01171-5179F-04
Adaptive Cummerbund, Sectional, Modular
Element, 6/12, FR, Tubes, OCP/Tan 499, Large (Quantity: 40)
300-15-01171-5179F-05
Adaptive Cummerbund, Sectional, Modular
Element, 6/12, FR, Tubes, OCP/Tan 499, XL (Quantity: 15)
500-17-60404-000-02
Padded Ballistic Insert, SAPI, Small (Quantity: 4)
500-17-60404-000-03
Padded Ballistic Insert, SAPI, Medium (Quantity: 52)
500-17-60404-000-04
Padded Ballistic Insert, SAPI, Large (Quantity: 45)
500-17-60404-000-05
Padded Ballistic Insert, SAPI, XL (Quantity: 2)
500-17-60405-000-02
Padded Ballistic Insert, Overlap, Small (Quantity: 6)
500-17-60405-000-03
Padded Ballistic Insert, Overlap, Medium (Quantity: 42)
500-17-60405-000-04
Padded Ballistic Insert, Overlap, Large (Quantity: 41)
500-17-60405-000-05
Padded Ballistic Insert, Overlap, XL (Quantity: 2)
ORDER 2)
300-90-00154-5179F-02
USAF Rotary Wing Kit w/o CTAF Cummerbund, SAPI/
ESAPI, OCP/TAN499 FR, Small (Quantity: 6)
300-90-00154-5179F-03
USAF Rotary Wing Kit w/o CTAF Cummerbund, SAPI/
ESAPI, OCP/TAN499 FR, Medium (Quantity: 17)
300-90-00154-5179F-04
USAF Rotary Wing Kit w/o CTAF Cummerbund, SAPI/
ESAPI, OCP/TAN499 FR, Large (Quantity: 20)
300-90-00154-5179F-05
USAF Rotary Wing Kit w/o CTAF Cummerbund, SAPI/
ESAPI, OCP/TAN499 FR, XL (Quantity: 7)
Please provide Specification sheets/drawings for evaulation of proposed product.
For further questions please contact:
Contracting Speicalist:
Aden Luna, Email: aden.luna@us.af.mil , Work phone: 229)257-1349
Contracting Officer:
Samuel Garfunkel, Email: samuel.garfunkel.1@us.af.mil , Work phone: 229)460-3947
Notice to Offeror(s)/Supplier(s): The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, either before or after the closing date. In the event the Government cancels this solicitation, the Government has no obligation to reimburse an offeror for any costs..This acquisition [is/is not] set-aside for small business concerns. This solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Sole Source Justification Redacted.pdf | ||
| Solicitation - FA483026Q0012.pdf | ||
| 1_BW_2024_12StF Memo ABAV_SML Approved (1).pdf |
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