# DIBBS #SPE8E6-27-Q-0039

DLA request for 68 commercial MK-1 life-preserver vests

**Posted:** October 19, 2026
**Respond By:** October 26, 2026
**Identifier:** SPE8E6-27-Q-0039
**NAICS:** 339920

The Defense Logistics Agency is seeking 68 commercial MK-1 life-preserver vests for DLA Troop Support, Construction & Equipment (Class IV).
- **Government buyer:** Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), DLA Troop Support, Construction & Equipment (Class IV); buyer contact: Ryan Thornton.
- **Requested item:** 68 large, green commercial MK-1 life-preserver vests, NSN 4220-01-487-3625, across six line items of 1, 5, 47, 4, 5, and 6 units.
- **Named OEMs and approved-source part numbers:**
  - **Switlik Parachute Company, Inc.** — CMV-1001-23.
  - **Mustang Survival Mfg, Inc.** — MD3040-3-L and MD3040HK-3-L.
  - **Naval Group Hellas Single Member S.A.** — NGH-AVIA-0040.
- **Notable requirements:** The vest cover must include a minimum 1-by-1-inch nylon loop-tape patch for attaching a distress-marker light. Accessories must be secured to the pocket using specified nylon cords and bowline knots.
- **Delivery:** FOB destination, required 60 days after award.

### Description

LIFE PRESERVER, VEST (QTY: 5, NSN: 4220-01-487-3625, Purchase Request: 7018015272)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: 78673, Part No: CMV-1001-23, Company: SWITLIK PARACHUTE COMPANY, INC.
  - CAGE: 8GFM5, Part No: MD3040-3-L, Company: MUSTANG SURVIVAL MFG, INC
  - CAGE: 8GFM5, Part No: MD3040HK-3-L, Company: MUSTANG SURVIVAL MFG, INC
  - CAGE: G3112, Part No: NGH-AVIA-0040
 
LIFE PRESERVER, VEST (QTY: 47, NSN: 4220-01-487-3625, Purchase Request: 7018506533)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: 78673, Part No: CMV-1001-23, Company: SWITLIK PARACHUTE COMPANY, INC.
  - CAGE: 8GFM5, Part No: MD3040-3-L, Company: MUSTANG SURVIVAL MFG, INC
  - CAGE: 8GFM5, Part No: MD3040HK-3-L, Company: MUSTANG SURVIVAL MFG, INC
  - CAGE: G3112, Part No: NGH-AVIA-0040
 
LIFE PRESERVER, VEST (QTY: 6, NSN: 4220-01-487-3625, Purchase Request: 7018436894)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: 78673, Part No: CMV-1001-23, Company: SWITLIK PARACHUTE COMPANY, INC.
  - CAGE: 8GFM5, Part No: MD3040-3-L, Company: MUSTANG SURVIVAL MFG, INC
  - CAGE: 8GFM5, Part No: MD3040HK-3-L, Company: MUSTANG SURVIVAL MFG, INC
  - CAGE: G3112, Part No: NGH-AVIA-0040
 
LIFE PRESERVER, VEST (QTY: 1, NSN: 4220-01-487-3625, Purchase Request: 7018224415)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: 78673, Part No: CMV-1001-23, Company: SWITLIK PARACHUTE COMPANY, INC.
  - CAGE: 8GFM5, Part No: MD3040-3-L, Company: MUSTANG SURVIVAL MFG, INC
  - CAGE: 8GFM5, Part No: MD3040HK-3-L, Company: MUSTANG SURVIVAL MFG, INC
  - CAGE: G3112, Part No: NGH-AVIA-0040
 
LIFE PRESERVER, VEST (QTY: 4, NSN: 4220-01-487-3625, Purchase Request: 7018532816)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: 78673, Part No: CMV-1001-23, Company: SWITLIK PARACHUTE COMPANY, INC.
  - CAGE: 8GFM5, Part No: MD3040-3-L, Company: MUSTANG SURVIVAL MFG, INC
  - CAGE: 8GFM5, Part No: MD3040HK-3-L, Company: MUSTANG SURVIVAL MFG, INC
  - CAGE: G3112, Part No: NGH-AVIA-0040
 
LIFE PRESERVER, VEST (QTY: 5, NSN: 4220-01-487-3625, Purchase Request: 7017690486)
  Approved Sources:
  - CAGE: 78673, Part No: CMV-1001-23, Company: SWITLIK PARACHUTE COMPANY, INC.
  - CAGE: 8GFM5, Part No: MD3040-3-L, Company: MUSTANG SURVIVAL MFG, INC
  - CAGE: 8GFM5, Part No: MD3040HK-3-L, Company: MUSTANG SURVIVAL MFG, INC
  - CAGE: G3112, Part No: NGH-AVIA-0040
 

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