Manufacture and Supply of USCG-Approved Inflatable PFDs (Type III)

The contract calls for the manufacture and supply of solid black inflatable personal flotation devices compliant with USCG Type III standards, each equipped with a quick-release harness and a minimum buoyancy of 15.5 pounds. The PFDs must be available in sizes ranging from medium to 2XL to accommodate a broad range of users. All units must meet rigorous safety and performance criteria established by the U.S. Coast Guard for Type III devices, ensuring reliable deployment and flotation in emergency water situations. The solicitation is structured as a subcontract under NAICS Code 339920, indicating a focus on other fabricated metal product manufacturing, and is issued by the state of Iowa through its designated organizational unit. Responses to the solicitation are due by July 10, 2026, with the posting date listed as June 12, 2026. There is no set-aside designation specified, meaning the opportunity is open to all eligible suppliers without preference for small businesses or other categories. The place of performance and agency office details are not provided, but all award and delivery logistics will likely be coordinated through the Iowa agency’s procurement system. Interested parties must submit proposals via the designated online portal linked in the solicitation, and successful contractors will be expected to deliver fully compliant, ready-to-use PFDs in accordance with the technical and quantity requirements outlined in the procurement notice.