Gloves, Barbed Tape- Wire Handlers. The Product Manager- Clothing and Individual Equipment (PM-CIE) at the U.S. Army Research, Development, and Engineering Command, Soldier Systems Center, Natick, MA has a need to identify possible design updates to ensure better dexterity of the Barbed Tape- Wire Handlers glove. The intent of this market survey is to see modern versions of these gloves with innovative design features that will meet or exceed A-A-50054A. The gloves are intended for use in handling barbed tape, barbed wire, and concertina coil, or similar materials. The current item is bulky, and lacks adequate dexterity. The current item is $17.00 per pair. Other important performance characteristics include snag resistance, durability, abrasion resistance, and comfort. Results from this evaluation will be used to update the current Military specification. For the purposes of this test only, non-domestic samples may be submitted. When submitting for U.S. contracts, offers are cautioned that their products (all materials and manufacturing) must comply with Berry Amendment restrictions (see DFARS 252.225-7012). Product shall meet the following critical performance requirements: (1) Long gauntlet. (2) Minimum service life of 120 days and have a minimum shelf life of 5 years without being affected by mold, fungus, rot, etc. (3) Weight: 19 ounces or lighter per pair. (4) Provide maximum protection against barbed tape, barbed wire, and concertina coil, or similar materials. (5) Provide maximum breathability and comfort. Interested firms are requested to submit information on their product(s) within thirty (30) days following the publication of this synopsis. Information should include, but not limited to, product cost, technical information (e.g. physical properties, performance characteristics, test methodology (e.g. ASTM, AATCC), certification/ compliance, warranty terms, relevant company background/experience, ISO 9000 certification, and any other information that the company believes demonstrates the value of their product(s) and ability to meet the requirements. Companies are also encouraged to submit samples for evaluation. Any information/samples submitted will not be returned, and no payment will be made by the Government for such samples. Responses to this notice are to be sent to Ms. Stacey Smith, PM-CIE, ATTN: AMSRD-NSC-WP-WC, Kansas St., Natick, MA 01760-5019. This notice is for market survey only. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS. No solicitation document exists. The information received under this announcement may in the future be used to purchase items by the Government for testing and/or the preparation of a solicitation package for development prototypes. POC for this request is Stacey Smith (508) 233-5118, FAX (508) 233-4795, or email Stacey.Lynn.Smith @us.army.mil Email your questions to U.S. Army Research, Development, and Engineering Command, Soldier Systems Center, Natick, MA at Stacey.Lynn.Smith @us.army.mil.

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