USSF Ceremonial Belts
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 United States Space Force (USSF) Honor Guard is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify vendors capable of supplying 200 ceremonial belts. This is a Request for Information (RFI) to assess industry capabilities for a mandatory compliance item used in high-visibility ceremonial missions. Responses are due by June 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 200 ceremonial belts adhering to specific "Salient Characteristics." Key specifications include:
- Quantity: 200 ceremonial belts.
- Colors: Midnight Blue (Hex#00263A) for the main body and Victory Medal Blue (color# 67174) for the top and bottom trim. The Victory Medal Blue trim must match the Aiguillette (Shoulder Cord) from Vanguard Military Store.
- Buckle: Must be a solid metal piece with a mirror finish, featuring a raised Delta, Globe, and Orbit emblem without stamp marks on the back. A retention system to maintain tightness is required.
- Consistency: Belts must exactly match the specifications, material, form, function, and look of existing US Space Force ceremonial belts.
- Packaging: Each belt must be individually packed.
- Sample: A sample belt is required for government inspection prior to the initial order.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Anticipated Order Type: One-time order (if a solicitation results)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 5, 2026, by 4:00 PM ET
- Published: May 27, 2026
- Anticipated Delivery (if awarded): By June 18, 2026
Evaluation
This is not a solicitation. Responses will be used for market research to determine industry capability to support this requirement. Respondents are asked to provide information reflecting their capability and prior support of similar equipment to the U.S. Government.
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a commitment to issue a solicitation. Vendors should not provide a quote with their response. Work, if awarded, will be reviewed and accepted by the Technical Point of Contact (TPC) or their designated individuals at the place of performance (Washington, D.C.). Delivery dates and times will be coordinated with the TPC on a case-by-case basis.