Final Assembly and Kit Integration of IOTVs with Ballistic Plates

The contract entails the final assembly and integration of Improved Outer Tactical Vests with Level IV ESAPI ballistic plates into fully combat-ready kits, requiring rigorous inspection, individual serial number tracking, and full compliance with Department of Defense packaging and labeling standards. All work must ensure each kit is mission-ready with traceable components, proper documentation, and adherence to military specifications for durability, safety, and field operability under extreme conditions. This is a small business set-aside subcontract issued by the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division under the Department of Defense, targeting total small business participation with a NAICS code of 339999. The opportunity was posted on April 27, 2026, with a firm response deadline of May 4, 2026, and all performance activities are to be conducted at a designated location with a zip code of 20640. The procurement emphasizes quality control, supply chain integrity, and exact compliance with federal and military regulatory frameworks to support frontline warfighter readiness.