RESPIRATOR HOOD UNITS
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC-FT DRUM · Response deadline: Thu, 05 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Army's Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) at Fort Drum is seeking respirator hood units under Federal Supply Classification 4240 (Safety and Rescue Equipment). NAICS code 339113 covers surgical appliance and supplies manufacturing, a classification that includes personal protective equipment such as respiratory protection devices.
Respirator hood units are typically used to provide breathable air in hazardous environments, protecting personnel from airborne contaminants, chemical agents, or oxygen-deficient atmospheres. In military applications, this equipment supports force protection, maintenance operations, and emergency response capabilities. The specific hood configuration, filtration specifications, and compatibility requirements for this procurement — see the solicitation.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Army, AMC, ACC, Mission Installation Contracting Command, 419th CSB, MICC-Fort Drum |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | W911S227U0050 |
| NAICS | 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | November 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM Central Time |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata — see the solicitation |
Who can bid
This opportunity is a total small business set-aside, meaning only qualifying small businesses under NAICS 339113 may bid. To participate, your business must:
- Be certified as small under the SBA size standards for NAICS 339113 — currently 1,000 employees
- Be registered and active in SAM.gov
- Hold any required manufacturing or quality certifications applicable to respiratory protective equipment
Small businesses should verify their size status in SAM.gov before submitting. Joint ventures and mentor-protégé arrangements may participate if structured to meet set-aside requirements.
How to put together a competitive bid
Given the protective equipment nature and military end-user, expect rigorous standards compliance demands:
Technical documentation: Respirator equipment typically requires conformity to NIOSH approvals, NFPA standards, or military specifications (MIL-SPEC). Gather your NIOSH certification letters, test reports, and technical data packages before the short deadline.
Past performance: MICC contracts emphasize demonstrated delivery reliability. Prepare references from similar federal or commercial PPE contracts, particularly any Army or DOD customers.
Quality assurance: Review whether the solicitation requires ISO 9001 certification,特定的检验协议, or First Article Testing for respirator components. Manufacturing traceability and lot control documentation strengthen proposals.
Pricing strategy: Four-day turnaround demands efficient cost buildup. Military buyers prioritize best value rather than lowest price; account for any special packaging, labeling, or达内装运 requirements in your price.
Set-aside advantage: As a total small business set-aside, competition is limited to qualified small businesses — emphasize any small business socioeconomic certifications (HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) even though this is not a specific socioeconomic set-aside, as agencies often consider these in best value evaluations.
Next steps
- Access the full solicitation immediately at SAM.gov using solicitation number W911S227U0050 — the November 5, 2026 deadline at 2:00 PM CT allows minimal preparation time
- Download all attachments including specifications, deliverables schedule, and any approved sources list or brand-name justification
- Confirm size standard compliance and SAM.gov registration status
- Submit questions through the contracting officer contact identified in the solicitation if specification requirements are unclear
The compressed four-day response window makes prompt action essential.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →