Personal Protective Equipment for 75KSC Truck Co.
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.ACC-OO.411TH CSB.0906 AQ CO DET A CONTRACTI · Response deadline: Mon, 02 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Army is soliciting offers for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to be supplied to the 75KSC Truck Company, a unit operating under the 411th Contracting Support Brigade. This procurement falls under the broad NAICS category 315990 (Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing), which covers various types of protective garments and equipment.
PPE acquisitions by the military typically include items such as ballistic protection, chemical/biological protective suits, eye and ear protection, gloves, and other gear designed to protect personnel during operations. The specific items, quantities, and technical specifications for this delivery are not included in the available metadata—see the solicitation for the complete itemized requirements.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Army, Army Contracting Command, 411th Contracting Support Brigade, 0906 AQ Company Detachment A Contracting |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W90VN927QA003 |
| NAICS | 315990 — Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing |
| Set-aside | No Set aside used |
| Response deadline | November 2, 2026, 5:00 PM Korea Standard Time (UTC+9) |
| Place of performance | Humphreys, KR-41 (South Korea) |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open to all responsible sources—there is no small-business set-aside, meaning large businesses, small businesses, and nontraditional defense contractors may all compete. The lack of set-aside creates a more competitive field but also allows experienced small manufacturers and suppliers of PPE to pursue the opportunity directly without set-aside restrictions.
NAICS 315990 encompasses establishments manufacturing apparel accessories and specialized apparel not elsewhere classified, including safety and protective equipment. If your firm manufacturers or supplies PPE, verify your SAM.gov size standard eligibility for this NAICS code. Given the overseas performance location in South Korea, contractors should assess their ability to deliver to U.S. military installations abroad, including any customs, logistics, or foreign military sales considerations.
How to put together a competitive bid
For PPE solicitations with no set-aside and overseas delivery requirements, focus on these competitive elements:
Compliance and certification: Military PPE often requires compliance with specific defense specifications (MIL-SPEC) or commercial item descriptions. Ensure your products meet applicable ballistic, flame-resistant, or chemical protection standards—see the solicitation for exact requirements. Obtain necessary National Stock Numbers (NSNs) or credentialing if applicable.
Past performance: Document prior defense or federal PPE contracts, especially those supporting units in Korea or other overseas locations. Customer satisfaction letters from military customers strengthen credibility.
Delivery and logistics: Demonstrate capability to deliver to Camp Humphreys, the largest U.S. military installation outside the continental United States. Address freight forwarding, customs clearance, and potential Foreign Military Sales (FMS) pathways if your firm does not have direct Korea delivery experience.
Pricing strategy: With unrestricted competition, expect aggressive pricing from experienced defense contractors. Analyze your manufacturing or supply chain costs carefully; consider whether teaming or subcontracting with a Korea-based distributor improves your delivered price.
Small-business positioning: Though not set aside, highlight any small-business socio-economic certifications (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) if applicable—contracting officers may still consider them in trade-off evaluations.
Next steps
Access the full solicitation W90VN927QA003 on SAM.gov immediately to review line-item requirements, quantities, delivery schedule, and evaluation criteria.
Note the strict deadline of November 2, 2026, at 5:00 PM KST—this is a late afternoon/evening deadline for U.S.-based bidders depending on your time zone (e.g., 3:00 AM EST / midnight PST on November 2), so plan submission timing carefully to avoid disqualification.
Register or verify your SAM.gov entity registration is active and includes the correct NAICS code.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →