USAF Honor Guard Ceremonial Overcoats
ID: FA7060_USAF_HG_Ceremonial_OvercoatsType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA7060 11TH CONTRACTING SQ PKWASHINGTON, DC, 20032-2110, USA

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CLOTHING, SPECIAL PURPOSE (8415)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    Sources Sought DEPT OF DEFENSE USAF Honor Guard Ceremonial Overcoats: The U.S. Air Force (USAF) Honor Guard is seeking custom-made overcoats for use in presidential ceremonies, funerals, and other high visibility ceremonies. These overcoats will be used on an as-needed basis and must match the specifications of the coats currently in use. The contractor will be responsible for manufacturing and delivering the overcoats, with quantities not to exceed 150 per year after the initial order of 400. The place of performance is Bolling Air Force Base in Washington, DC.

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