Extreme Cold Weather Supplies
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Air Force is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential sources for Extreme Cold Weather Supplies. This market research aims to procure specific items for the "COLD WX GEAR SUPPLY SUITE 1.1" to support operations in Goulds, FL. Responses are due June 3, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a detailed list of extreme cold weather gear, as specified in the "SUPPLY SUITE . edited.pdf" document. This includes:
- Sleeping Bags: From Western Mountaineering and Snugpak.
- Bivvi Bags: From Snugpak.
- Sleeping Pads: From Therm-a-Rest.
- Stoves, Fuel, and Kettles: From MSR.
- Water Purifiers: From MSR.
- Cold Weather Bottles: From 40 Below. The supply suite, identified as 10454-CWGSS-1.1, comprises 10 distinct items with specific part numbers and quantities. Most items are required in quantities of 13, with "40 Below Cold Weather Bottles" requiring 30 units. This document is crucial for bidders to understand the exact composition and quantity of the gear being procured.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE (FA2823 AFTC PZIO)
- Place of Performance: Goulds, FL, United States
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 3, 2026, 4:00 PM ET
- Published: May 28, 2026
Evaluation
Responses will be used for market research purposes to determine industry capabilities and potential sources for the required extreme cold weather supplies. This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or guarantee a future award.
Contact Information
- Primary: Eric Brelia (Eric.Brelia@us.af.mil, 8504207471)
- Secondary: Erik Owens (erik.owens.8@us.af.mil)