ContractCombined Synopsis/SolicitationTotal Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

USAFA Polo Shirts

DEPT OF DEFENSE FA700025Q0138
Response Deadline
Dec 9, 2025
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Notice Type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of Defense, through the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA), is seeking quotes for the manufacture and delivery of men's and women's cadet polo shirts for fiscal year 2026. The procurement requires compliance with specific material standards, including 100% polyester fabric with moisture management capabilities, and includes detailed specifications for design, sizing, and labeling, such as an embroidered USAFA logo. This contract is a total small business set-aside, with a firm-fixed-price structure for a base year and four option years, emphasizing the importance of domestic sourcing under the Berry Amendment. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by December 9, 2025, and direct any inquiries to Danielle Hyde or Marissa Morris via email.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
315250
Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing (except Contractors)
PSC Code
8405
OUTERWEAR, MEN'S

Solicitation Documents

10 Files
Amendment 2_FA700025Q0138 Combined Synopsis Solicitation - FY26 LGRC Cadet Polo shirts.docx
Word82 KB11/26/2025
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Amendment 2_Attachment 02 - Provisions and Clauses.pdf
PDF2106 KB11/26/2025
AI Summary
This government file outlines contract administration data, primarily focusing on Department of Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses. Key provisions include instructions for electronic payment requests and receiving reports via the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system, detailing access, training, submission methods, and routing information. It specifies document types for various payment scenarios (cost vouchers, invoices, progress payments) and lists required routing data. Additionally, the document incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses by reference and full text, covering areas such as electronic submission, contract terms, small business utilization, anti-trafficking measures, environmental compliance, and restrictions on foreign products and services. Notable full-text clauses include First Article Approval—Government Testing, Time of Delivery, Ordering, Order Limitations, Requirements, Option to Extend, Limitations on Subcontracting, and Item Unique Identification and Valuation, all crucial for contract performance and compliance.
Attachment 03 - Price Template FA700025Q0138.xlsx
Excel13 KB11/26/2025
AI Summary
The solicitation FA700025Q0138 outlines a firm-fixed-price contract for the procurement of polo shirts for the USAFA FY26 Cadet Issue. It includes requirements for both men's and women's polo shirts, identified under CLINs 0001 and 0002, with estimated quantities to be fulfilled via delivery orders as per Clause 52.216-18. The solicitation also mandates first article samples for both men's (CLIN 0003) and women's (CLIN 0004) polo shirts, subject to FAR Clause 52.209-4 for government testing. The contract includes four option periods (CLINs 1001-1002, 2001-2002, 3001-3002, 4001-4002) for additional polo shirt orders, also under a firm-fixed-price arrangement. All items refer to General Specification Number PD 1808-181113-Polo CIU_5-15-2024 and Product Service Code 8405. The document also includes sections for vendor contact information, NAICS, business size, and employee count.
Attachment 04 - Barcode Sample.pdf
PDF15 KB11/26/2025
AI Summary
The document contains a sample barcode for an item, identified by its stock number 8405L9066277000. It emphasizes that this is a sample only and should not be used for actual purposes. The item includes details such as its name and size.
Attachment 05- Certificate of Compliance to Berry Amendment.pdf
PDF699 KB11/26/2025
AI Summary
The document, FA700025Q0138, is a Certificate of Compliance to the Berry Amendment, outlining restrictions on the procurement of food, clothing, fabrics, hand or measuring tools, and flags for defense acquisitions. It emphasizes that the Berry Amendment applies to both end items and their components, including subcontracted components like buttons, zippers, and thread. Offerors must provide detailed information on all suppliers and manufacturers of cloth/textile components, including their addresses, for items such as self-fabric trim, thread, gusset fabric, and buttons for USAFA Cadet Informal Uniform Polo Shirts. Failure to provide this information or any unauthorized changes to suppliers/manufacturers may lead to the rejection of the offer. Additionally, the document requires offerors to specify their place of performance if different from their primary address, including the owner and operator's details if applicable. This ensures adherence to domestic sourcing requirements and maintains supply chain transparency.
Attachment 06 - Sizes and Quantities EXAMPLE ONLY.xlsx
Excel21 KB11/26/2025
AI Summary
The document details a procurement list for men's and women's polo shirts, categorized by stock number, item description, ICN, and quantity. For men's polo shirts, a total of 1550 units are listed across various sizes from small to XX-large. For women's polo shirts, a total of 650 units are listed, ranging from extra-small to medium. This file is likely part of a federal government Request for Proposal (RFP) or a similar procurement document, outlining the specific quantities and types of apparel needed.
Attachment 07 - Requests for Information (RFIs) for Polo Shirts.docx
Word30 KB11/26/2025
AI Summary
This document addresses vendor questions regarding a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Cadet Polo Shirts, focusing on product specifications, compliance, and logistical requirements. Key points include the mandatory Berry Amendment compliance, requiring all manufacturing, materials, and components to be U.S.-sourced. While the previously referenced UltraClub 8406 and 8406L shirts are discontinued, alternate Berry-compliant polo shirts meeting or exceeding the Purchase Description PD 1808 requirements are acceptable. The government anticipates ordering 1,550 men's and 650 women's shirts annually, with potential smaller backorders. First article samples are due 30 days after award, with the remaining order due 60 days after sample approval. Waivers for first article samples are only granted to vendors who have previously delivered the same requirement to USAFA within the last three years. The contractor is responsible for providing bar code labels, with USAFA supplying the stock numbers and NSNs. The government has provided an example of typical order sizes and quantities in Amendment 2_ Attachment 07. The estimated award date is December 22, 2025.
FA700025Q0138 Combined Synopsis Solicitation - FY26 LGRC Cadet Polo shirts.pdf
PDF773 KB11/26/2025
AI Summary
The Request for Quote FA700025Q0138 is a solicitation from the 10th Contracting Squadron at the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) for the manufacture and delivery of cadet polo shirts for FY26. This is a 100% small business set-aside, seeking a single firm-fixed-price requirements contract with a base year and four option years. Quotes, due by December 2, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. Mountain Daylight Time, must adhere to FAR Parts 12 and 13, include pricing, technical capability, and Berry Amendment compliance, and be submitted via email. The evaluation prioritizes price, past performance, and technical capability, with a firm-fixed-price contract awarded on an “all or none” basis. Delivery is F.O.B. Destination to USAFA, CO, with specific packaging, marking, and delivery hour requirements. First article testing may be waived for quoters who have supplied compliant polo shirts to USAFA within the past three years.
Attachment 01 PD 1808-181113-Polo CIU.pdf
PDF319 KB11/26/2025
AI Summary
This document outlines the United States Air Force Academy's (USAFA) Purchase Description 1808 for men's and women's cadet informal uniform polo shirts. It details requirements for materials, including 100% polyester fabric with moisture management capabilities in royal blue and white, and specific colorfastness and absorbency standards. The document specifies design features, finished measurements for various sizes (XS-XXXL), and labeling requirements, including a Code 39 bar code. It also covers contractor responsibilities for first article submission, workmanship, certification, and a comprehensive inspection process with defined acceptable quality levels (AQLs) and defect categorization. The polo shirts must feature an embroidered USAFA logo on the left breast and specific collar striping.
Attachment 02 - Provisions and Clauses FA700025Q0138.pdf
PDF2139 KB11/26/2025
AI Summary
This government file outlines crucial clauses and instructions for federal contracts, focusing on electronic payment processing via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) and various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses. Key components include detailed WAWF payment instructions, specific document types for different payment requests, and routing data. The document also incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses by reference and full text, covering areas like contractor ethics, cybersecurity, small business utilization, labor standards, and supply chain security. It details requirements for Item Unique Identification and Valuation (IUID), the role of an ombudsman for conflict resolution, and prohibitions on ozone-depleting substances. The contract duration spans a base period and four option years, with defined order limitations. Overall, the file emphasizes compliance with federal regulations, electronic processes, and specific requirements for transparency and accountability in government contracting.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedNov 18, 2025
amendedAmendment #1· Description UpdatedNov 25, 2025
amendedLatest Amendment· Description UpdatedNov 26, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineDec 9, 2025
expiryArchive DateDec 24, 2025

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Office
FA7000 10 CONS LGC

Point of Contact

Name
Danielle Hyde

Place of Performance

USAF Academy, Colorado, UNITED STATES

Official Sources