MARINE CORPS STRIPE, TROUSER, DRESS
ID: SPE1C1-25-R-0052Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA TROOP SUPPORTPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5096, USA

NAICS

Cut and Sew Apparel Contractors (315210)

PSC

BADGES AND INSIGNIA (8455)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Troop Support), is seeking qualified small businesses to provide dress trousers with scarlet stripes for the U.S. Marine Corps. The procurement requires adherence to specific military standards, including MIL-S-82155B and MIL-DTL-29405B(MC), which outline the materials, quality, and inspection protocols necessary for the trousers and accompanying stripe components. These items are critical for maintaining uniformity and quality in military dress uniforms, ensuring compliance with rigorous government procurement standards. Interested vendors should contact Marcia Henson at MARCIA.HENSON@DLA.MIL or Desiree Orlando at DESIREE.ORLANDO@DLA.MIL for further details regarding the solicitation process.

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    The document outlines specifications for the procurement of dress trousers (PGC 10063), detailing compliance with military standards, particularly MIL-S-82155B and MIL-C-29405, related to materials and quality. Key requirements include a 100-inch length, with cloth specifications indicating wool or wool/nylon in scarlet shade. Suppliers must provide five first article samples for testing, followed by a written response from the contracting officer within 30 days. Additional requirements cover packaging, palletization, and adherence to international phytosanitary measures for wood packaging materials. The document emphasizes quality assurance, including inspection requirements at the origin and clear labeling of shipping containers without identifying manufacturer details. It highlights the importance of complying with specific standards and provides detailed instructions on defect marking and acceptable packaging practices. Overall, this solicitation aims to ensure the procurement of high-quality uniform components while adhering to stringent military and federal guidelines throughout the supply chain.
    The document MIL-S-82155B(MC) outlines the military specifications for dress trouser stripes used by the U.S. Marine Corps and other Department of Defense agencies. It details requirements for scarlet stripes in four types, categorized by finished width, with dimensions specified for general officers, officers, noncommissioned officers, and JROTC personnel. The standard samples, materials, and various manufacturing requirements are clearly defined, including guidelines for thread types and strip cutting. Quality assurance provisions mandate that contractors are responsible for inspection and compliance with specified standards, ensuring products meet all outlined criteria before acceptance. First article inspections must be conducted to verify adherence to the specifications. The document further addresses packaging and marking, stipulating criteria for level A and commercial packaging standards, along with specific shipping container requirements. Overall, this specification ensures that dress trouser stripes align with military standards for functionality and appearance, encapsulating the rigorous compliance necessary in government procurement processes related to military apparel.
    The document outlines the MIL-DTL-29405B(MC) detail specification for broadcloth made from wool and wool/nylon blends intended for use in U.S. Marine Corps dress uniforms. It establishes classification criteria, specifying three types of cloth based on weight and fiber composition, alongside two color classes: Scarlet and Dark Blue. The document mandates rigorous inspection protocols, detailing first article and conformance inspections to ensure quality and compliance with physical and chemical standards. It emphasizes the use of recycled or environmentally preferable materials while prohibiting certain wool byproducts. Testing methods for physical characteristics such as breaking strength, colorfastness, and dimensional stability are specified to validate quality. Additionally, it mandates proper packaging, roll identification, and certification of compliance, with clear guidelines for fiber content labeling according to the Wool Products Labeling Act. This comprehensive specification is crucial for maintaining uniformity and quality across military uniforms, aligning with broader government procurement requirements.
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