The U.S. Army’s 1st Infantry Division (1ID) Health and Fitness (H2F) program at Fort Riley, Kansas, is conducting market research for the acquisition of twelve (12) Polar H10 chest‑strap heart‑rate sensors (size M‑XXL, black) and two (2) Polar Verity Sense (formerly OH1x) optical heart‑rate sensors (black). The solicitation is a Sources‑Sought (RFI) intended to identify vendors capable of supplying the exact brand‑name items on a total small‑business set‑aside, brand‑name‑only basis. Responses are voluntary and will not form a binding contract; however, the information will influence the eventual procurement method. Interested firms must detail capabilities, small‑business certifications, prior experience, pricing, delivery schedules, and any potential competition‑restriction concerns. Submissions are due 08 Sep 2026 10:00 a.m. CDT via email to the contracting officer and specialist.
• Quantity: 12 Polar H10 chest‑strap sensors (M‑XXL, black)
• Quantity: 2 Polar Verity Sense (OH1x) optical sensors (black)
• Required features: dual‑band Bluetooth/ANT+, water‑resistance (30 m for H10, 50 m for Verity Sense), internal memory, up to 400 h battery life (H10) and 30 h (Verity Sense)
• Brand‑name‑only, 100 % total small‑business set‑aside
• Market‑research (RFI) – not a binding solicitation; no award date or contract value disclosed
• Submission deadline: 08 Sep 2026, 10:00 a.m. CDT, emailed to Sheila Banks (CO) and SFC Christina Washek (Specialist)
• Responders must include firm details, small‑business certifications, past performance, pricing, delivery, and suggestions for improving competition.