NOI to Sole Source for Visor Strap Assembly for T-6 Helmet

Special NoticeNo Set AsideActive

Key Takeaways

  • Set-aside for No Set Aside businesses
  • Work to be performed in JACKSONVILLE, FL
  • Industry: Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing

Contract Details

Notice ID
N6883626Q0075
Opportunity Type
Special Notice
Sub-Agency
DEPT OF THE NAVY
Office
NAVSUP FLC JACKSONVILLE ERP
Posted Date
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Response Deadline
Friday, September 18, 2026
PSC Code
8475
Set-Aside
No Set Aside
Place of Performance
JACKSONVILLE, FL, 32212-0097
Status
Active

Description

The integration of the dual-visor system in the T-6 aircraft will significantly enhance aircrew safety and operational efficiency by eliminating the hazardous requirement to physically swap visors during flight. By allowing pilots to seamlessly transition between clear and tinted visors, this upgrade mitigates the risk of introducing Foreign Object Debris (FOD) into the cockpit and drastically reduces "head-down" time and distraction during critical, high-workload phases of flight. Ultimately, this modernization ensures continuous eye protection against glare, bird strikes, or canopy fragmentation while maintaining optimal situational awareness, thereby directly lowering the mishap potential within the T-6 training environment.

Why This Opportunity Matters

The Department of DEFENSE is seeking responses for apparel accessories and other apparel manufacturing with a set-aside for No Set Aside businesses in JACKSONVILLE, FL. This set-aside designation means eligible businesses face reduced competition from larger firms.