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Reflective Safety Belt, Vinyl yellow

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC-FT DRUM · Response deadline: Fri, 06 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The Army is seeking a reflective safety belt made of yellow vinyl through a small-business set-aside. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both the announcement of the opportunity and the formal solicitation document. The item falls under Federal Supply Classification (FSC) 3030, which covers miscellaneous rubber and plastics items, and aligns with the broader category of rubber and plastic safety products.

Reflective safety belts are personal protective equipment typically worn by personnel working in low-visibility conditions—construction zones, traffic control, flight lines, vehicle operations, or nighttime field exercises. Vinyl construction suggests durability and weather resistance. These belts usually incorporate retroreflective materials that return light to its source, enhancing visibility to drivers and equipment operators.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is reserved exclusively for small businesses under SBA size standards. To qualify, your business must:

• Be certified as small under NAICS 326220, which carries a 500-employee size standard for hose and belting manufacturing
• Be registered in SAM.gov with active status
• Have the NAICS 326220 listed in your SAM entity profile if you want this opportunity to appear in your search results

Manufacturers of rubber and plastic products, safety equipment suppliers, or distributors with appropriate manufacturing partnerships may be positioned to bid. If you are a non-manufacturer, SBA non-manufacturer rules may apply—see the solicitation for any required waivers or certifications.

How to put together a competitive bid

Given the straightforward commodity nature of this procurement, focus on these elements:

Pricing precision. Combined synopsis/solicitation opportunities for standard commercial items often use simplified acquisition procedures. Review the notice for exact quantity, unit of measure, and delivery requirements. Price competitively against commercial catalog pricing, but ensure you account for any special packaging, labeling, or military specification requirements.

Technical compliance. Verify whether the Army specifies particular reflective standards (such as ANSI/ISEA 107 or military equivalents), belt dimensions, buckle types, or vinyl grade. If the notice references a specific NSN or drawing, obtain and review it before quoting.

Delivery and lead time. See the solicitation for required delivery date and shipping instructions to Fort Drum or another destination. Highlight your production capacity and ability to meet any urgent timeline.

Past performance. If this is a set-aside for a recurring need, demonstrating reliable delivery of similar safety products to military or federal customers strengthens your proposal.

Request the full solicitation package through the contact information in the SAM.gov listing if technical specifications, inspection requirements, or packaging instructions are not fully detailed in the synopsis.

Next steps

1. Access the complete solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number W911S227U0099
2. Confirm your SAM registration is active and your small business size status is current
3. Note the firm deadline: November 6, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET — plan for system submission time and any required certifications
4. See the solicitation for exact quantity, delivery requirements, place of performance, evaluation criteria, and any posted amendments

View the official notice on SAM.gov →