Combat Medic Tape Manufacturing

The contract calls for the manufacture of reinforced woven combat medic tape measuring two inches by one hundred inches, specifically engineered for battlefield medical applications in austere environments. The tape is intended for critical use in securing and reinforcing field dressings and chest seals, ensuring durability and adhesion under extreme conditions such as moisture, heat, shock, and prolonged wear. Production must meet stringent military-grade performance standards for strength, elasticity, and biocompatibility, with all materials sourced and processed to ensure reliability when conventional medical infrastructure is unavailable. The solicitation is issued as a subcontract under the NAICS code 339113, indicating a focus on medical and surgical equipment manufacturing, and is managed by the Department of Defense through the Medical Supply Chain MD Surg FSF. The response deadline is set for May 6, 2026, with performance likely centered at the FPO location identified by zip code 96673. This procurement is part of a broader effort to maintain a secure, resilient supply line for frontline medical supplies, prioritizing rapid deployment and operational readiness for combat medics in remote or hostile theaters. All submitted proposals must demonstrate proven capability in producing standardized, high-volume, defense-compliant medical textiles under controlled quality assurance protocols.