Heated Flight Clothing

The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), Human Systems Division, Aircrew Performance Branch at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio is conducting market research to identify vendors capable of providing heated flight clothing for extreme cold weather operations. The procurement specifically seeks battery-powered hand and foot protection systems that can function in temperatures of -49°F and below while maintaining compatibility with rotary wing, fixed wing ejection, and fixed wing non-ejection USAF aircraft weapon systems. The Air Force requires low-bulk, lightweight heated garments that integrate seamlessly with legacy AF Cold Weather Aviation System (CWAS) components while preserving the dexterity necessary for flight operations. This pre-solicitation notice was posted on May 15, 2025, with responses due by June 22, 2025. The procurement falls under NAICS code 315990 for Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing.

This opportunity does not include any set-aside designations and is open to all qualified vendors. The notice does not specify any incumbent contractors or current service providers for these heated flight clothing systems. No award values, budget ranges, or specific quantities have been disclosed in this market research phase. The timeline for actual procurement and delivery has not been established, as this represents the initial market research stage of the acquisition process. The government has attached a supporting document titled "HFC SSS.pdf" that likely contains additional specifications and requirements for potential vendors to review.