56/P Helmet and Components

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is issuing a firm‑fixed‑price, requirements‑type solicitation (SPE1C1‑27‑R‑0003) for the Aircrew Integrated Helmet System (HGU‑56/P) and 25 component parts, totaling 26 items. Thirteen items require Engineering Source Approval (ESA) while the rest are competitive. Quantities are expressed as Best Estimated Quantities (BEQ) for each 12‑month tier over a 60‑month contract period. The award will be a single contract covering five pricing tiers, with deliveries FOB destination to Austin, TX; Lansing, MI; and Pendergrass, GA. First Article Testing is mandatory, and the procurement will be conducted on a “price only” basis. • 26 helmet‑related items (helmets, liners, visors, straps, tracks, etc.) • 13 items require ESA approval, 13 are open competition • Total contract term: 60 months (five 12‑month pricing tiers) • Quantities range from 14 to 633 units per item per tier (BEQ) • Deliveries to three U.S. locations, FOB destination • Firm‑fixed‑price, requirements‑type contract; “price only” award decision • First Article Testing required; all materials contractor‑furnished • Solicitation posting date: October 30 2026; posted on DLA’s dibbs portal.