Life Preserver, Vest Supply

The contract entails the procurement and delivery of a single commercial off-the-shelf Life Preserver, Vest identified by NSN 4220014873201, manufactured to meet stringent military specifications to ensure safety and performance under operational conditions. The item must be properly packaged and labeled in accordance with federal and defense logistics standards to facilitate accurate handling, storage, and deployment. Delivery is set for FOB destination, meaning the supplier assumes responsibility for all shipping costs and risks until the vest is received at the designated location, USS GEORGE H.W. BUSH (CVN 77) in Norfolk, Virginia, where it will be integrated into the vessel’s emergency equipment inventory. This procurement is classified as a subcontract under the NAICS code 423910, indicating it falls within the wholesale trade of marine supplies and equipment, and is managed by the Defense Logistics Agency on behalf of the Department of Defense. The solicitation was posted on July 15, 2026, and although no solicitation number is provided, the awarded contract reference is SPE8EJ26F029L, linked to the broader agreement SPE8EJ21D0032. The delivery location and specification compliance underscore the critical nature of the item for naval safety protocols, requiring precise adherence to technical and logistical requirements without deviation.