Supply of Standing Male Conservation Forms (Dorfman #4100 or Equal)

The contract outlines the manufacture and supply of eight standing male conservation forms designed for museological and conservation use, featuring a posable waist for dynamic positioning, adjustable body dimensions to accommodate varying display needs, and integrated heel plate tubing for secure stabilization. These forms are constructed from Ethafoam and polyester stockinette, materials chosen for their durability, archival safety, and compatibility with delicate artifacts. Each form must be fully compatible with conservation heads, ensuring seamless integration within existing museum display and handling systems. The specification explicitly permits equivalent alternatives to the Dorfman #4100 model, allowing qualified bidders to propose technically equivalent solutions. This is a Small Business Set Aside subcontract under the NAICS code 339999, reserved exclusively for small businesses, and is issued by the Department of Defense through the FA4427 60 Cons Lgc office. The solicitation was posted on August 4, 2026, with responses due by August 11, 2026, at 7:00 PM. The place of performance is designated as a location with ZIP code 94535, indicating the primary delivery point, though no specific city or state is provided. The contract is part of a broader effort to supply specialized conservation tools to support the preservation of cultural and historical artifacts within defense-managed collections.