Simunition Protective Gear

The 343rd Training Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland seeks to procure 150 helmets and 150 chin guards to meet training needs. The helmets must weigh approximately 3.1 pounds, allow adequate visibility and compatibility with eyewear, and meet ANSI standards for withstanding high-velocity impact. Chin guards should measure approximately 6 by 6 by 1 inches and weigh around 2 pounds, providing protection for the chin and throat. Interested parties are requested to provide voluntary cost input by January 24, 2024 to support requirements definition for a future small business set-aside solicitation.

This is a total small business set-aside opportunity. The main NAICS code is 339999 and PSC code is 8465. The 343rd TRS requires 150 helmets and 150 chin guards to ensure student safety during non-lethal training ammunition instruction. Respondents are asked to specify whether they can supply the items, delivery timeframes, and socio-economic program participation to aid in market research for an upcoming solicitation seeking these protective gear quantities.