SAM #W58RGZ-26-D-0051

Sole Source Procurement of Advanced Combat and Rotor Wing Helmets for Army Aviation

This opportunity concerns the U.S. Army's intent to procure Advanced Combat Helmets (AHA) and Rotor Wing Helmets (RWH) for aviation personnel. - The procurement is justified as a sole source action to Gentex Corporation due to proprietary design rights and unique technical expertise. - Gentex is the only source capable of meeting U.S. Army Aeromedical Research Laboratory standards for these helmets. - Past procurements from Gentex have included: - 2,575 Advanced Combat Helmets (AHA) - 7,789 Rotor Wing Helmets (RWH) (across multiple contracts) - 6,500 Maxillofacial Shields (across multiple contracts) - 100 Modified Helmets - The procurement is based on intellectual property restrictions and the lack of viable alternative suppliers. - No specific part numbers are provided, but the products are described as modified and qualified for Army aviation use. - The opportunity is not open for competition due to the sole source justification.

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