Cotton Helmet Liner Manufacturing and Supply

The contract requires the full manufacturing, inspection, preservation, packaging, and delivery of 15,000 cotton helmet liners adhering strictly to military specifications and technical drawings. All work must be performed in compliance with established quality and procedural standards to ensure operational readiness and safety. The product is intended for military use and must meet exacting requirements for fit, durability, and environmental resistance under field conditions. This is a small business set-aside subcontract under the SBA program, with the NAICS code 315990 indicating classification within other textile product mills. The opportunity is managed by DLA Maritime in Portsmouth under the Department of Defense and requires performance at a location in Kittery, Maine, with a zip code of 03904. The solicitation was posted on May 8, 2026, and responses are due by May 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. Only small business concerns are eligible to bid, and all aspects of production, from sourcing materials to final shipment, must be executed by the awarded contractor in accordance with federal procurement regulations.