Pre-Breather Port and Supplemental Oxygen Bottle Development

The contract seeks the development and production of supplemental oxygen ports and bottles designed specifically for pre-breathing phases, with a critical requirement to deliver a consistent flow rate of 40 liters per minute. The systems must be fully interoperable with existing military oxygen infrastructure and comply with ABO standards to ensure seamless integration across current platforms. This effort is focused on enhancing operational readiness by enabling reliable and standardized oxygen delivery during mission-critical pre-breathing protocols used in high-altitude and extreme environment scenarios. The project is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 332999, with the performance location set in Natick. The solicitation was posted on July 24, 2026, and responses are due by August 4, 2026, with the contracting authority being the Department of Defense under the office designation W6QK Acc-Apg. Although specific set-aside details are not provided, the nature of the requirement suggests a focus on specialized defense supply chain capabilities. Participation involves technical precision, adherence to military specifications, and the ability to meet strict performance thresholds under field-deployable conditions.