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--Ballistic testing for USMC Lightweight Helmet suspension system.

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The U.S. Army RDECOM Acquisition Center in Natick, Massachusetts, has issued a firm-fixed price contract to The University of Virginia Center for Applied Biomechanics (UVaCAB) to conduct ballistic evaluations of the current and an alternative suspension system for the USMC Lightweight Helmet. This testing aims to assess the performance of each suspension system in the event of an impact, ensuring helmet safety and effectiveness. The contract specifies that all evaluation and testing will take place at UVaCAB's facilities in Charlottesville, Virginia, with a performance period of six months from the start of evaluation. The services provided under this contract will be delivered FOB destination, with inspection and acceptance conducted at the receiving site by the responsible authority. This procurement falls under the North American Industry Classification System identifier 541710, and aligns with the small business size standard of 500 employees. Administrative and contractual queries can be directed to Kevin Parker, Contract Specialist at the Natick office. This project supports the Department of Defense’s ongoing efforts to improve protective gear for military personnel through rigorous biomechanical testing.

General Info

UVaCAB contracted for six months to test USMC helmet suspension ballistic performance.

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Department Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Natick

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

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PostedFeb 21

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Natick

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OfficeNATICK, MA, 01760-5011, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Natick

Office AddressNATICK, MA, 01760-5011, USA

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Full Description

U.S. Army RDECOM Acquisition Center, Natick, MA has a requirement for ballistic evaluation of the current suspension system system and an alternative system for the USMC Lightweight Helmet to asses the performance in the event of an impact. The Gove rnment anticipates awarding one (1) Firm-Fixed Price Order to The University of Virginia Center for Applied Biomechanics (UVaCAB) an Educational Institution located in Charlottesville, VA 22904-4195. This contract is being awarded to evaluate the performa nce of each suspension system. Evaluation and testing is to be conducted at The University of Virginia Center for Applied Biomechanics, the period of performance for this award will be six months from the time evaluation begins. Services shall be FOB De stination and inspection and acceptance shall be at destination by the cognizant receiving authority. The North American Industry Classification System Identifier for this procurement is 541710; the Small Business Size Standard is 500 employees. Question s concerning this synopsis can be directed to Kevin Parker, Contract Specialist, at contact@example.gov.