Specialty Uniforms with Arc-Rated Protection (Electrical Safety)

The contract is for the supply and ongoing maintenance of arc-rated uniforms meeting Category 2 standards under NFPA 70E, specifically tailored for electrical maintenance personnel working at the NIEHS facility in Durham, North Carolina, with a zip code of 27709. These uniforms are designed to protect workers from arc flash hazards and must comply with stringent electrical safety regulations. The contract is structured as a subcontract under a Small Business Set Aside, meaning only eligible small businesses may bid, and it falls under NAICS code 424340, which pertains to apparel and accessory merchant wholesalers. The solicitation was posted on August 4, 2026, with a response deadline of September 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM, and it is managed by the NIH A E Construction division under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Maintenance of the uniforms is a critical component of the requirement, ensuring continued compliance with safety standards over the life of the contract. The uniforms must consistently meet arc-rated performance specifications and remain in serviceable condition through regular inspection, repair, or replacement as needed. While the place of performance is clearly identified as Durham, NC, details regarding the contracting office address and point of contact are not provided. Bidders must understand that delivery and support services will need to be reliably executed at the designated site, and all proposals must align with the federal procurement framework governing small business set-asides. The contract is accessible via the SAM.gov website for further submission details.