Herowear LLC
Nashville, TN
- UEI
- E672XB5DW714
- CAGE
- 83XV6
- Primary NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
- SAM.gov registration
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Company facts
- Self-certified in SAM.gov
- Entity structure
- Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership
- Other NAICS codes in SAM.gov
- SAM.gov registration date
- Physical address
- 2513 Perimeter Pl Dr, Nashville, TN 37214, USA
- Website
- herowearexo.com
- Founded
- 2018
- Employees
- 11-50
- Estimated annual revenue
- $1M-$10M
- Industry
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- Consumer Discretionary
- Consumer Durables & Apparel
- Textiles, Apparel & Luxury Goods
- Apparel, Accessories & Luxury Goods
- SIC code
- 31 Leather & Leather Products
Registration and certifications come from SAM.gov and the SBA; company details from public web sources. Updated .
Contract obligations by fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Obligated |
|---|---|
| FY2027 To date | $0 |
| FY2026 | $0 |
| FY2025 | $499,792 |
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About the company
Herowear LLC is a Nashville-based limited liability company specializing in exoskeleton design and assistive technology development. Registered in SAM.gov since June 2018, the company focuses on creating innovative mechanized clothing and exosuits that enhance worker productivity, reduce injury risks, and provide ergonomic support for various industries. Their core technological focus centers on developing wearable technologies that assist with lifting, provide back relief, and improve worker safety, particularly for logistics and remote operational environments.
Through federal contract awards, specifically with the Department of the Army, Herowear LLC has secured a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I contract valued at $249,829.24. This contract is specifically for developing a "Hardened Exosuit for Remote Operations (HERO)" designed to assist with lifting, provide back relief, and reduce injuries for remote workers. The contract was set aside for total small businesses and falls under the SBIR program, which supports innovative technological developments with potential military and commercial applications. The contract aims to create an advanced exosuit prototype that can be utilized in remote operational settings, demonstrating Herowear's capability to design cutting-edge assistive technologies for specialized work environments.
Regarding federal grant awards, Herowear LLC has received significant funding from the National Science Foundation and the Office of the Director to advance exosuit technologies. The National Science Foundation awarded a $998,660 cooperative agreement to develop mechanized clothing that enhances productivity and low back health for logistics industry workers. This project focuses on creating an exosuit prototype for delivery drivers, with specific goals including mode switching capabilities, assistance disengagement during sitting, and leg sleeve comfort improvements. A separate grant from the Office of the Director supports research on a spring-powered exosuit to prevent low back pain due to overuse injury. These grant awards underscore Herowear's commitment to developing innovative assistive technologies that can potentially reduce workplace injuries, improve worker comfort, and create economic benefits by decreasing employee turnover and medical costs.
Quick answers
Is Herowear LLC registered in SAM.gov?
Yes. Herowear LLC's SAM.gov registration is active through December 4, 2026.
How much has Herowear LLC received in federal contracts?
Federal contracts obligated $499,792 to Herowear LLC in fiscal year 2025.
What is Herowear LLC's most recent federal award?
Herowear LLC's most recent federal contract award is Phase i topic A244-P058, shop tools and enablers open topic (W5170125PA003), from Department of the Army, on July 30, 2025.
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