Front Fusible
ID: SPE1C1RFRONTFUSIBLEType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA TROOP SUPPORTPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5096, USA

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Cut and Sew Apparel ManufacturingT (3152)

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https://sam.gov/opp/f9a1360abf87414ea94569099d949b67/view
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    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is seeking manufacturers capable of producing materials for the Front Fusible (T3G) used in military dress coats. The procurement requires compliance with specifications outlined in MIL-C-44296A, which detail the fabric's composition of 86% viscose and 14% polyester, with a width of 65¾ inches and primarily in black color, suitable for fusible front and reinforcement applications. This initiative underscores the importance of domestic production capabilities in defense-related apparel manufacturing, with a deadline for interested vendors to express their interest by December 2, 2024. For inquiries, potential vendors can contact Fredrick Robinson at Fredrick.Robinson@dla.mil or Isaiah Murray at isaiah.murray@dla.mil.

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    Front Fusible Sources Sought.pdf
    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is seeking manufacturers interested in producing materials for the Front Fusible (T3G) used in government dress coats. The specifications, indicated by MIL-C-44296A, call for materials with a width of 65¾ inches, primarily in black color, designed for fusible front and reinforcement applications in military uniforms for the Army, Navy, and Air Force. The fabric composition includes 86% viscose and 14% polyester as the base, with stringent requirements for cleaning and fusing conditions. Compliance with the Berry Amendment is mandatory, requiring that all materials be domestically sourced as specified in the National Defense Authorization Act. Potential vendors are encouraged to express their interest by December 2, 2024. Inquiries should be directed to designated DLA contacts. This sources sought notice underscores the government's commitment to domestic production capabilities in defense-related apparel manufacturing.
    MIL-C-44296A Cloth Fusibles.pdf
    The document outlines the necessity for verifying the current version of guidelines sourced from the Defense Logistics Agency’s (DLA) ASSIST platform. It repeatedly emphasizes the importance of checking for the most up-to-date documents before any utilization. This repetitive caution underscores the critical nature of using accurate and applicable information in government contracting and compliance scenarios. The overarching theme is the need for diligence and caution in referencing federal standards and specifications to avoid reliance on outdated materials. Ensuring adherence to the latest governmental directives is vital for the integrity of federal grants and RFPs at all levels. Overall, the document serves as a reminder for stakeholders in federal contracting to remain vigilant about the accuracy and relevancy of the information they utilize.
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