Life preserver, vest

The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Construction and Equipment is seeking to procure 91 units of life preserver vests under NSN 4220017022966 through a Request for Quote (RFQ) process. This procurement falls under the Fire/Rescue/Safety; Environmental Protection product service category and requires delivery to DLA Distribution within 88 days after delivery order. The approved source for this procurement is designated as 78673 S-4571-1, though all responsible sources are invited to submit quotes for consideration. The solicitation will only be available electronically through the provided link, with no hard copies, specifications, plans, or drawings made available to potential vendors. Quotes must be submitted electronically by the August 11, 2025 deadline, with the solicitation having been posted on July 30, 2025.

This procurement does not utilize any set-aside designations and is open to all qualified vendors in the rubber product manufacturing industry under NAICS code 326299. The contract specifies delivery to W1A8 DLA Distribution with a performance timeline of 88 days after delivery order issuance. The procurement involves exactly 91 individual life preserver vest units, classified as safety equipment essential for military or emergency response operations. While an approved source has been identified, the competitive nature of the RFQ allows other responsible manufacturers to compete for this contract opportunity. No budget range or estimated contract value has been disclosed in the solicitation notice.