SAFB Body Armor Harnesses

The Department of Defense, specifically the 375th Contracting Squadron at Scott AFB, issued award notice F3S3245238A001 for the procurement of 250 High Threat Plate Harnesses. Each unit must include a cummerbund, an XM-100F handheld radio pouch, and Level IIIA ballistics for the front, back, and sides. The armor must be NIJ IIIA compliant and capable of accepting ESAPI plates in the front and back. The order is distributed across a specific size range including 15 x-small, 40 small, 70 medium, 70 large, 45 x-large, and 10 xx-large units. The harnesses are required to be in ABU pattern and constructed from breathable fabric, featuring fully adjustable padded shoulders with mesh lining, a front flap with cummerbund closure, and a back bungee adjustment. Additional technical requirements include a full PALS attachment system for MOLLE pouches, an internal side closure system, a rear carrying handle, and Velcro areas on the front and back for rank and name patches. This commercial purchase was conducted under NAICS code 339113 and managed by the 375 Cons Lgc office located in Scott AFB, Illinois.