The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Troop Support), is seeking proposals from small businesses for the procurement of antimicrobial black boot socks, designated under NSN 8440-01-562-3648 and NSN 8440-01-540-2920. The contract will be structured as a five-year Indefinite Delivery Type contract, with a guaranteed minimum of 125,000 pairs and an estimated annual quantity of 500,000 pairs, divided into two lots, each with a maximum of 1,575,000 pairs. These socks are intended for military use, emphasizing quality and performance in challenging environments, and must meet stringent specifications regarding materials, antimicrobial properties, and packaging standards. Interested vendors should submit their proposals, including technical demonstration models and compliance documentation, to the primary contact, Donna Kuzma-Streibich, at DONNA.STREIBICH@DLA.MIL, by the specified deadline, with the first delivery order expected 120 days post-award.