Fire Department PPE Boots – Supplier/Manufacturer

The contract calls for the manufacture and supply of firefighter-grade personal protective equipment boots that meet the rigorous standards outlined in AFI 32-2001 and potentially NFPA 1971, ensuring durability, thermal protection, and safety for U.S. Air Force fire protection personnel. The boots must be produced under strict quality assurance protocols to guarantee compliance with military specifications and performance under extreme conditions, including packaging and labeling requirements that align with defense logistics protocols. Delivery is scheduled to support operational readiness at designated U.S. Air Force fire service locations, with the primary point of performance identified as Newington, NH, ZIP code 03801. This is a total small business set-aside subcontract under the SBA program, meaning only small businesses certified under the appropriate criteria are eligible to bid, as defined by FAR 19.5. The NAICS code 315220 classifies the work under footwear manufacturing, emphasizing the need for specialized production capabilities. The solicitation was posted on July 2, 2026, with responses due by July 16, 2026, allowing eligible suppliers a two-week window to submit proposals. The contracting activity falls under the Department of Defense, specifically the W7NN Uspfo Activity Nhang 157, with no designated point of contact listed, indicating procurement is managed through standardized federal channels. All work must be completed and delivered in accordance with federal acquisition and defense logistics timelines and standards.