ESS Ice 3 Eyeshield Systems Supply

The contract is for the supply of 70 units of ESS Ice 3 military eyeshields or approved equivalent models designed for ballistic eye protection, meeting stringent defense standards. It is a subcontract under the Department of Defense, specifically managed by the W6QK Acc-apg office, with a total small business set-aside designation ensuring eligibility exclusively for small businesses as defined by the SBA. The North American Industry Classification System code 339113 applies, indicating the focus on manufacturing optical instruments and lenses for defense applications. All proposed solutions must comply with military-grade requirements for impact resistance, durability, and compatibility with existing headgear systems. The solicitation was posted on April 27, 2026, with a firm response deadline of May 13, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Interested small business contractors must submit proposals by this deadline to be considered. The place of performance and point of contact details are not specified in the posted data, but performance will support U.S. military operations and must adhere to all applicable defense procurement regulations. The contract emphasizes technical compliance over cost alone, with product equivalence being subject to validation by the contracting authority. The opportunity is accessible via the SAM.gov workspace link provided for detailed submission guidelines.