LIFE RAFT, INFLATABL

The Defense Logistics Agency has awarded RFD BEAUFORT INC. with a contract valued at $276,255.00 under solicitation SPE8E6-26-Q-0500, with the award date set for July 27, 2026. The contract encompasses the procurement of an inflatable life raft identified by NSN 4220994362697, along with associated contractor-led production lot testing and first article testing services, all critical to ensuring compliance and quality before full-scale delivery. The work is federally funded under the Department of Defense, with the North American Industry Classification System code 541380 indicating professional, scientific, and technical services related to this procurement. Primary point of contact for the contract is James Lewicki, reachable via email and phone provided, and performance is expected within U.S. territory, though specific location details are not listed. The contract includes mandatory testing phases to validate the life raft’s design and manufacturing consistency, with the contractor responsible for executing these evaluations as specified in the line items. The award is published on DIBBS with a public access link, indicating transparency in the procurement process and aligning with standard federal contracting practices. No set-aside status is indicated, suggesting this award was open to all eligible vendors.