HGU-98/P Flight Deck Cranial
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 Navy (PMA-202) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified businesses capable of manufacturing or supplying HGU-98/P Flight Deck Cranial helmets. This includes specific EXFIL LTP Helmet Rail 3.0 models (M/L and X/L sizes) and Quick Release Adapter Back Plate sets. Responses are due June 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for HGU-98/P Flight Deck Cranial helmets designed to provide maximum impact protection and hearing attenuation for personnel operating in hazardous, high-noise environments such as aircraft carrier flight decks and flight lines. Key components include a high-impact resistant outer shell, sound-attenuating earcups, suspension/liner system, chin strap, and communication system integration capability (e.g., lip-light, boom mic). Manufacturing must strictly adhere to the current NAVAIR technical data package (TDP) and military specifications for the HGU-98/P configuration. Specific quantities requested are 700 each of Size M/L (P/N: 72-R3-PG-1S), 350 each of Size X/L (P/N: 72-R3-PG-2S), and 1400 each of Quick Release Adapter Back Plate sets (P/N: 80-CAK-BP), all in green.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 11, 2026, 8:00 PM ET
- Published: May 26, 2026
Evaluation
This is a market research effort in accordance with FAR Part 10. Responses will be used to identify interest and capability, and to inform the Government's decision regarding potential competition for a future contract. This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ), or Invitation for Bid (IFB), and no contract will be awarded from this announcement.
Additional Notes
Interested parties should identify their interest and capability by submitting a capability statement. The Government will consider all information received prior to the closing date. No phone inquiries will be entertained. Responses must be submitted in writing via email to the Contracting Officer, Gregory Tolefsen (gregory.e.tolefsen.civ@us.navy.mil), or the Contract Specialist, Christopher Woehrer (christopher.m.woehrer.civ@us.navy.mil).