Supply of Commercial Life Preserver Vests (PFDs)

The U.S. Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, has issued a subcontract for the procurement and delivery of four commercial off-the-shelf life preserver vests designated by NSN 4220014873201 to a U.S. Navy submarine unit. The contract encompasses full packaging and labeling in compliance with military standards and requires FOB destination shipping to ensure the vests arrive at the designated operational location in fully serviceable condition. The items are classified under NAICS code 339920, indicating they are manufactured as part of other miscellaneous apparel and accessory manufacturing, and are intended for immediate use in submarine emergency scenarios to enhance crew safety. The subcontract was posted on July 28, 2026, and is part of a broader logistical effort to maintain readiness and compliance with naval safety protocols. While specific delivery timelines and payment terms are not detailed here, the FOB destination terms place responsibility for transportation risk and costs on the supplier until the vests are received at the Navy unit’s location. The contract does not specify a set-aside status, indicating it is open to eligible commercial suppliers without restrictions based on small business or other classifications. All fulfillment must meet the required military specifications for the NSN to ensure interoperability and reliability in critical underwater survival situations.