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This Pre-Solicitation opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on August 24, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Tactical Communication Headsets

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W50S83-26-Q-0016Federal

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The Maine Air National Guard 101st Security Forces Squadron is seeking to acquire 20 tactical communication headsets through a brand name or equal procurement process. While the 3M Peltor COMTAC series is the established brand standard, alternative products may be considered if they meet or exceed all specified technical requirements. Key specifications include a single communication channel, coyote brown color, and Accessory Rail Connector integration for tactical helmets. The headsets must feature environmental listening capabilities, user-selectable audio profiles, a noise reduction rating of at least 23 dB, and an ambidextrous noise-canceling boom microphone. Additionally, the units must include an amplified Push-to-Talk tactical radio adapter with standard NATO/Military wiring and meet MIL-STD-810H and MIL-STD-461G standards. This procurement is a small business set-aside, and the government requires all equipment to be new, as reconditioned or refurbished items will not be accepted. Interested vendors must provide technical documentation to prove any proposed equal product matches the required salient characteristics. To participate, interested parties should submit their company information, point of contact details, socioeconomic status, and a brief capability statement to the 101st Contracting Office. The response deadline for expressions of interest is September 4, 2026.

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Maine Air National Guard seeks 20 tactical headsets by September 4, 2026.

NAICS

334220 - Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Bangor, ME, 04401, USA

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SBA

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W7NC Uspfo Activity Meang 101
Contacts1 person available
OfficeBANGOR, ME, 04401-8005, USA
Office AddressBANGOR, ME, 04401-8005, USA
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The Maine Air National Guard, 101st Security Forces Squadron (101 SFS) has a requirement for the acquisition of tactical communication headsets. This acquisition is being conducted as a Brand Name or Equal procurement. The brand name standard is the 3M Peltor COMTAC series headset.


Any alternative product submitted as an "or Equal" must meet or exceed the following salient characteristics, which have been established as the minimum requirements of the Government:


Technical and Salient Characteristics:


Communication Channels: Single communication channel headset configuration.


Color: Coyote Brown.


Helmet Integration: Must include Accessory Rail Connector (ARC) rail attachments to facilitate direct integration with standard tactical helmets.


Situational Awareness: Features an environmental listening function for auditory situational awareness (talk-through capability).


Audio Optimization: Offers multiple, user-selectable audio profiles to adjust sound perception based on the specific acoustic environment.


Hearing Protection: Provides a certified Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) of at least 23 dB.


Microphone: Equipped with a noise-canceling, ambidextrous boom microphone to allow flexible left- or right-side placement.


Tactical Radio Adapter: Comes equipped with an amplified Push-to-Talk (PTT) tactical radio adapter.


Wiring Standard: The tactical adapter must be configured with standard NATO/Military wiring.


Connector Plug: Features a common tactical headset connector plug.


Military Standards Compliance: Must meet or exceed MIL-STD-810H (environmental testing) and MIL-STD-461G (electromagnetic interference/compatibility) standards.


Power Source & Runtime: Powered by two (2) standard AAA batteries, providing approximately 150 hours of operational battery life.


The requested quantity is 20 each.


In accordance with RFO Part 5 policy to increase competition and broaden industry participation, the Government invites all interested, responsible sources to participate in this procurement action.


Brand Name or Equal: If submitting an "Equal" product, the vendor must provide descriptive literature, technical specifications, and compatibility details demonstrating that the proposed product matches or exceeds every salient characteristic listed above.


New Equipment Only: Reconditioned, refurbished, or grey-market equipment will not be accepted. All items must be new and covered by the manufacturer's standard warranty.


This presolicitation notice is issued to identify potential suppliers interested in this requirement. All interested, responsible business concerns are encouraged to submit an expression of interest.


If your company is capable of meeting this requirement and interested in participating, please submit the following information via email to the primary Point of Contact:


Company Information: Company Name, Address, SAM.gov Unique Entity ID (UEI), and CAGE Code.
Point of Contact: Name, Title, Phone Number, and Email Address.
Socioeconomic Status: Please state if your business qualifies under any SBA socioeconomic programs (e.g., Small Business, 8(a), HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Woman-Owned).
Brief Capability Statement: A brief confirmation that your business can provide the listed headsets or an equal meeting the required salient characteristics.

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