Helmet-Headset Integration & Compatibility Testing

The contract seeks to verify the mechanical, electrical, and environmental compatibility between ballistic helmets and communication headsets equipped with ARC mounting systems, ensuring seamless integration under operational conditions. This work involves rigorous testing protocols to confirm that the headsets function reliably when mounted on helmets, without compromising the helmet’s protective integrity, the headset’s audio performance, or the system’s resilience to extreme temperatures, vibrations, moisture, and impact forces. The testing must demonstrate full interoperability across multiple helmet and headset models, with specific attention to mounting stability, weight distribution, cable management, and electromagnetic compatibility. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541380, with a response deadline of July 16, 2026, and a posted date of July 9, 2026. Performance is expected to occur at a location with zip code 02852, and the awarding agency is the Department of Defense through the W7NY Uspfo Activity Riang 143. Although no set-aside designation is specified, the work requires specialized technical expertise in defense equipment integration, and bidders must be prepared to deliver detailed test results, compliance documentation, and supporting data to validate system compatibility under military-grade environmental and physical stress conditions.