Fire Fighter Gear

The U.S. Department of Defense, through the 0409 Aq Hq Contract office, is seeking quotes for firefighter turnout gear through a presolicitation notice under solicitation number 028781, posted on June 5, 2026, with responses due by June 15, 2026. This action, classified under NAICS code 424340 with no set aside, aims to procure comprehensive fire-resistant turnout gear sets including jackets and pants meeting stringent European safety standards. The gear must comply with EN 469:2020 protection levels X2, Y2, Z2, along with EN1149-5:2018, IEC61482-2:2018 APC2, and EN343:2019 level 4/3/R, and must pass rigorous testing including EN 14360:2004 rain tests and ThermoMan tests that limit second-degree burns to a maximum of 1% with no tertiary burns. Each jacket and pant must incorporate RFID chips for identification, rescue straps on the back, integrated kidney protection, and at least two 30 cm inspection zippers for maintenance access. Additional components include chrome-plated snap hooks and detachable back patches, with all items subject to material certifications requiring tensile strength of at least 1300 N and tear resistance of at least 50 N. The manufacturer must hold ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications and provide an EC declaration of conformity, along with detailed data sheets for the outer material, membrane, and inner lining. All documentation and care instructions must be provided in English, and washing instructions must specify any special cleaning requirements. Delivery is to Grafenwoehr, Bavaria, with the vendor required to coordinate directly with the Fire Department USAG Bavaria after award to determine exact sizing and quantities. Packaging must display the manufacturer’s name and logo on the exterior and include internal labeling compliant with current regulations. No contract value, delivery schedule, or specific quantity has been disclosed, with evaluation criteria and award methodology not included in this presolicitation.