Heavy-Duty Examination Gloves
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- FSIS0002RFI
- Agency
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Food Safety and Inspection Service
Department of Agriculture
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 339113 Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing
- Place of performance
- Beltsville, Maryland, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is conducting market research to identify U.S.-based manufacturers capable of supplying heavy-duty examination gloves for food inspection operations. The gloves must be manufactured in the United States and meet stringent performance specifications including approximately 11 mil thickness at the palm and 14 mil at fingertips, extended cuffs of minimum 11.6 inches, textured fingertips for enhanced grip, and powder-free construction. Required certifications include NFPA 1999, ASTM D6978 testing for chemotherapy drug use, and FDA 510(k) clearance, with full Berry Amendment compliance mandatory. The gloves must maintain tactile sensitivity while providing durability that is three times thicker than standard examination gloves, and be available in sizes small through extra-large. Vendors must submit comprehensive company information including business size classification and special designations, along with detailed product specifications, certifications, and test results by the October 20, 2025 deadline.
This pre-solicitation notice indicates no set-aside designation is being used, making it open to all qualified contractors. The agency currently uses latex gloves but is open to alternative materials such as nitrile, neoprene, or synthetic blends that meet performance requirements. Packaging specifications call for 50 gloves per dispenser with 10 dispensers per case or equivalent configuration. The opportunity falls under NAICS code 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing) and PSC category 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies). While specific quantities and contract values are not disclosed in this market research phase, the comprehensive specifications and certification requirements suggest a substantial procurement for ongoing FSIS inspection operations nationwide.
Notice text
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Update #2 · Latest ·
1. Purpose
The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is conducting market research to identify U.S.-based manufacturers capable of supplying heavy-duty examination gloves that meet or exceed the performance of gloves currently used in FSIS food inspection operations. These gloves must be manufactured in the United Sates of America.
2. Product Requirements
The government is open to all products the provide the necessary protection, however; it currently uses gloves with the following specifications:
- Material: May be made from any appropriate material that provides the required protection, durability, and dexterity (e.g., nitrile, neoprene, synthetic blends). FSIS’ current glove is made of latex.
- Thickness: Approximately 11 mil at the palm and 14 mil at the fingertips
- Durability: Designed to resist rips, snags, and tears; 3x thicker than standard exam gloves
- Grip: Textured fingertips for enhanced grip in wet and dry conditions
- Comfort: Flexible and form-fitting for extended wear
- Cuff: Extended cuff (minimum 11.6 inches in length) for added wrist and forearm protection
- Powder-Free: Non-powdered interior
- Touch Sensitivity: Maintains tactile sensitivity for inspection tasks
- Certifications:
- NFPA 1999 certified
- Tested for use with chemotherapy drugs per ASTM D6978
- FDA 510(k) cleared
- Sizes: S (6.5–7), M (7.5–8), L (8.5–9), XL (9.5–10)
- Packaging: 50 gloves per dispenser, 10 dispensers per case (or equivalent)
- Compliance: Must be fully Berry Amendment compliant
3. Requested Information
Interested vendors are encouraged to submit the following:
- Company Information
- Company name, address, and primary contact(s) with email and phone
- Business size (small/large) per SBA standards
- Special designations (e.g., 8(a), AbilityOne), CAGE and DUNS numbers
- Product Information
- Product description and technical specifications
- Product images and commercial part numbers
- Available sizes and packaging details
- Certifications and test results (e.g., NFPA 1999, ASTM D6978)
- Complete Bill of Materials
- Production lead times for orders of 500 and 5,000 gloves
- Made in America status:
- Is current production Made in America?
- If not, can it be made compliant?
- What changes are needed and how long would it take?
4. Submission Instructions
Responses should be submitted electronically in PDF format to:
Monika Masei
Chief, Procurement Branch
Monika.masei@usda.gov
(301) 525-1428
Subject shall state: ATTN: Inspection Glove RFI
Deadline: 20 October 2025, 5:00PM EST
5. Disclaimer
This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. FAR 52.215-3 applies. The government may use responses to develop an acquisition strategy or future solicitation.
Update #1 ·
1. Purpose
The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is conducting market research to identify U.S.-based manufacturers capable of supplying heavy-duty examination gloves that meet or exceed the performance of gloves currently used in FSIS food inspection operations. These gloves must be manufactured in the United Sates of America.
2. Product Requirements
The government is open to all products the provide the necessary protection, however; it currently uses gloves with the following specifications:
- Material: May be made from any appropriate material that provides the required protection, durability, and dexterity (e.g., nitrile, neoprene, synthetic blends). FSIS’ current glove is made of latex.
- Thickness: Approximately 11 mil at the palm and 14 mil at the fingertips
- Durability: Designed to resist rips, snags, and tears; 3x thicker than standard exam gloves
- Grip: Textured fingertips for enhanced grip in wet and dry conditions
- Comfort: Flexible and form-fitting for extended wear
- Cuff: Extended cuff (minimum 11.6 inches in length) for added wrist and forearm protection
- Powder-Free: Non-powdered interior
- Touch Sensitivity: Maintains tactile sensitivity for inspection tasks
- Certifications:
- NFPA 1999 certified
- Tested for use with chemotherapy drugs per ASTM D6978
- FDA 510(k) cleared
- Sizes: S (6.5–7), M (7.5–8), L (8.5–9), XL (9.5–10)
- Packaging: 50 gloves per dispenser, 10 dispensers per case (or equivalent)
- Compliance: Must be fully Berry Amendment compliant
3. Requested Information
Interested vendors are encouraged to submit the following:
- Company Information
- Company name, address, and primary contact(s) with email and phone
- Business size (small/large) per SBA standards
- Special designations (e.g., 8(a), AbilityOne), CAGE and DUNS numbers
- Product Information
- Product description and technical specifications
- Product images and commercial part numbers
- Available sizes and packaging details
- Certifications and test results (e.g., NFPA 1999, ASTM D6978)
- Complete Bill of Materials
- Production lead times for orders of 500 and 5,000 gloves
- Made in America status:
- Is current production Made in America?
- If not, can it be made compliant?
- What changes are needed and how long would it take?
4. Submission Instructions
Responses should be submitted electronically in PDF format to:
Monika Masei
Chief, Procurement Branch
Monika.masei@usda.gov
(301) 525-1428
Subject shall state: ATTN: Inspection Glove RFI
Deadline: 19 September 2025, 5:00PM EST
5. Disclaimer
This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. FAR 52.215-3 applies. The government may use responses to develop an acquisition strategy or future solicitation.
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