SAM #N6133126SNQ31

Navy Sources Sought for Improved Maritime Ballistic Plates (IMBP)

The Department of the Navy, through the Naval Sea Systems Command and Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division, is seeking industry input and potential sources for the Improved Maritime Ballistic Plate (IMBP) program. - Government Buyer: - Department of Defense, Department of the Navy - Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), PMS 408 Expeditionary Missions - Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (S20) - Products/Services Requested: - Improved Maritime Ballistic Plate (IMBP/iMBP) for U.S. Navy personnel - Plates in six sizes: X-Small, Small-Short, Small, Medium, Large, X-Large - First Article Test (FAT) units required: 26 each for XS, SS, S, L, XL; 42 for M - Plates must provide rifle threat protection (5.56mm and 7.62mm), meet V50 ballistic limits, buoyancy, and environmental durability standards - Unique identification labels per MIL-STD-130 - Five-year warranty required - Compliance with configuration management, quality assurance, and environmental/safety standards - Testing protocols include First Article Testing (FAT) and Lot Acceptance Testing (LAT) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the government is seeking information from all capable manufacturers - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict ballistic, environmental, and durability standards - FAT units due within 60 days after contract award - Detailed testing and quality assurance protocols - Five-year warranty on all delivered plates - Places of Performance and Delivery: - NSWC Panama City Division, Panama City Beach, FL - Aberdeen Test Center, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD (for testing) - Washington Navy Yard, DC (NAVSEA headquarters)

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