1. THIS NOTICE IS ISSUED AS A SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUCEMENT FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY.  This notice DOES NOT constitute a Request for Proposal or complete package outlining the technical competencies/qualifications of the prospective contractor, nor does it represent any commitment by the Government.  Since this is a Sources Sought announcement, no evaluation letters and/or results will be issued to the respondents.  No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this announcement.  No telephone calls will be accepted requesting a bid package or solicitation.  A solicitation does not presently exist.

2. The United States Air Force (USAF) has a requirement in support of Directorate of Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) for the purchase of Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) Bomb Suits.  The intent is to eventually award a single year contract to allow for the total acquisition of approximately 42 suits and helmets along with accessories.  This total number may fluctuate up or down depending on the bomb suit's shelf life.

 In order for the Government to better understand the capabilities of the bomb suit industry, please address the questions in Attachment 1.  Ensure to answer each question in reference to the bomb suit that is being offered or manufactured by your company.