Notice of Intent for Single Source Award

The USDA Forest Service intends to award a single-source contract to Crye Precision LLC for the procurement of Jumpable Plate Carriers, leveraging the authority under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) for sole source acquisitions. This action is classified as an 8(a) Sole Source set-aside, specifically designated for small disadvantaged businesses participating in the Small Business Administration's 8(a) program, with the NAICS code 315990 indicating apparel and accessory manufacturing. The solicitation number is 1170847, and the notice was posted on June 26, 2026, with a response deadline of June 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. The place of performance is listed as the District of Columbia with a ZIP code of 20250, and the contract will be managed by the Forest Service under the Department of Agriculture. Primary point of contact for inquiries is Mikaela Laney, reachable via email at mikaela.laney@usda.gov. All proposals must be submitted prior to the stated deadline, and the award will bypass competitive bidding due to the exclusivity granted under the 8(a) program, ensuring the contract is awarded directly to Crye Precision LLC as the only qualified provider meeting the technical and regulatory requirements specified in the notice.