The GL-PD-19022B Purchase Description, effective March 1, 2023, outlines the requirements for commercial plain-toe, brown leather men's oxford dress shoes for male military personnel of the Department of Defense. This document, authorized by the General Services Administration for all federal agencies, details shoe classification by size (5 to 16) and width (N, R, W, EW). Salient characteristics include brown corrected or full-grain cattle hide leather uppers, an energy-absorbing removable insole, thermoplastic box-toe counter, lace closure with invisible eyelets, and a rubber or polyurethane outsole with matching traction. The construction can be either Goodyear plastic storm welted or cemented with a faux welt. Specific material requirements for upper leather (Heritage Walnut 567), outsoles, heels, insoles, linings (Table II for abrasion and bursting strength), eyelets, laces (Table III for lengths), and threads are provided. Labeling requires permanent marking of size, width, contract number, and company name. Toxicity, workmanship, and

This purchase description (GL-PD-19023B) outlines the requirements for commercial plain-toe, brown leather, women's oxford dress shoes intended for female military personnel of the Department of Defense. The shoes will be available in various sizes and widths (N, M, W, EW) and must adhere to specific material and construction standards. Key characteristics include corrected or full-grain cattle hide leather in 'Heritage Walnut 567' color, a commercial energy-absorbing, slip-in removable insole, and a lace and invisible eyelet closure system. Outsoles and heels will be black, non-marking rubber or polyurethane with a traction design, constructed using either cemented or welted methods, each with distinct specifications. The document details material requirements for upper leather, outsoles, heels, insoles, box-toes/counters, lining (brown, gray, or black fabric), eyelets (nickel-plated brass or anodized aluminum), and laces (round, nylon braid matching 'Heritage Walnut 567'). Labeling requires permanent marking of size, width, contract number, and company/brand name, along with a manufacturing tracking lot number or born date. Toxicity requirements ensure materials are safe for prolonged skin contact, with testing potentially waived if historical data is available. The shoes must meet high workmanship standards, be free from defects, and conform to commercial market quality. Regulatory requirements encourage the use of recovered, recycled, bio-based, and environmentally preferable materials. Product conformance provisions include adherence to salient characteristics, producer’s own specifications, and market acceptance. Visual examinations based on ASQ/ANSI Z1.4 are detailed, with a comprehensive list of major and minor defects. Packaging must follow contract specifications. The document also provides sources for government and non-government documents, notes on intended use (Army Green Service Uniform), and lists known sources that meet the requirements, such as Capps Shoe 90106-A and Original Footwear Co.

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is conducting a market research survey for AGSU Dress Oxford Shoes for men and women. This is not a request for bid/proposal but aims to determine an acquisition strategy and industry capabilities. The government anticipates issuing an Indefinite Quantity Contract with three one-year ordering periods/tiered pricing periods. Estimated annual quantities are 223,320 pairs per tier, with a minimum guaranteed quantity of 55,830 and a maximum of 1,004,940 pairs over the contract's life. The primary user is the Army, and delivery destination is Travis Association for the Blind in Austin, TX. The survey requests information on company details, manufacturing capabilities, pricing, delivery, and adherence to Berry Amendment restrictions on foreign products. Responses are due to karen.m.johnson@dla.mil by 3:00 PM EST on the specified date.

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is soliciting proposals for two indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity contracts for men's and women's AGSU Dress Oxford Shoes. The solicitation, SPE1C1-25-R-XXXX, is divided into two lots: Lot 0001 (60% of requirement) is unrestricted with HUBZone preference, and Lot 0002 (40% of requirement) is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside. Both lots will be evaluated using Best Value Trade Off procedures, considering Product Demonstration Models, Past Performance Confidence, and, for Lot 0001, Small Business Participation. The contracts will have a three-year base term with tiered pricing. Quantities vary by lot, with guaranteed minimums of 33,498 pairs for Lot 0001 and 22,332 pairs for Lot 0002. Special measurement footwear will also be required. All materials must be 100% U.S. made, adhering to the Berry Amendment. Proposals must be submitted electronically via DIBBS. Inspection and acceptance will occur at origin, with delivery to Austin, TX.