Request for Information (RFI) for Modular Lightweight Load Carrying Equipment (MOLLE) -compatible carrier for the M320 Grenade Launcherarrying Equipment (MOLLE) Carrier consisting of sewn textiles, reinforcing metal and plastic components.

The Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center (CCDC SC)/ Product Manager Soldier Clothing and Individual Equipment (PdM-SCIE) seeks sources for the manufacture of operational camouflage pattern, textured nylon broad loom fabrics and tan 499 nylon webbing equipment. This item will be produced according to a military technical data package which will be provided to offerors in the solicitation. The government intends to procure the following estimated quantities: 10,000 individual carriers with tether. First Production Lot Inspection of 100 items shall be expected within 60 days from contract award. 300 additional items shall be expected for delivery 120 days from contract award. Interested contractors shall indicate whether they are large business, small business and/or small disadvantaged business as well as their experience with the manufacture of MOLLE items. Please include maximum production capacity (number of facilities and manufacturing floor space) as well as minimum production per month to keep viable production lines operating with potential surge capacity.

THIS IS NOT AN RFI FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS. This is not a Request for Quotes. No solicitation package is available.

Interested parties must respond by 11:59 pm, 30 April 2024.

Address any questions about this RFI to Mr. John Kirk, john.kirk.civ@army.mil and Mr. Blaise Liess, blaise.p.liess.civ@army.mil

FAR 52.215-3 - Request for Information or Solicitation for Planning Purposes, applies herein.

DISCLAIMERS AND IMPORTANT NOTES

This is an RFI issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. Respondents are advised the government is under no obligation to acknowledge receipt of the information received or provide feedback to respondents with respect to any information submitted under this RFI. Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the government to form a binding contract. Respondents are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this RFI. The government will not provide reimbursement for costs incurred in responding to this RFI. The government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this RFI or to otherwise pay for the information solicited, nor is the government obligated to issue a solicitation based on responses received.