Call for Solutions for Maritime Body Armor Load Carriage Systems (M-BALCS) Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) Only

SolicitationActive

Key Takeaways

  • Full and open competition - all businesses eligible to bid
  • Work to be performed in NATICK, MA
  • Industry: Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing (except Contractors)

Contract Details

Notice ID
W911QY-26-R-MBALCS
Opportunity Type
Solicitation
Sub-Agency
DEPT OF THE ARMY
Office
W6QK ACC-APG NATICK
Posted Date
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Response Deadline
Saturday, September 26, 2026
PSC Code
8465
Set-Aside
Full & Open Competition
Place of Performance
NATICK, MA, 01760-5011
Status
Active

Description

09 SEPTEMBER 2026 CALL FOR SOLUTIONS The Program Manager Protection and Integration (PM-PI) is seeking new innovative solutions for the Maritime Body Armor Load Carriage System (M-BALCS). The requirement is for a modular tactical protection and load-bearing system that supports special operations across a full range of missions. The Call for Solutions document (.pdf) and associated attachments, outlining the full problem statement and objectives, can be found in the Attachments section of this posting. The Army Open Solicitation that this Call for Solutions is associated with can be found at: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/923946ff85b94746be9249b5ed5f2fc7/view

Why This Opportunity Matters

The Department of DEFENSE is actively seeking qualified contractors for cut and sew apparel manufacturing (except contractors) in NATICK, MA.