Mock Elastique Polyester Wool
ID: PANMCC25P0000015812Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-WEST POINTWEST POINT, NY, 10996-1514, USA

NAICS

Textile and Fabric Finishing Mills (313310)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/22df040bc8ee45019186786d3bf33397/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking sources for the procurement of Mock Elastique Polyester Wool to manufacture cadet gray trousers for the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York. The requirement includes supplying a total of 15,000 yards of fabric that meets stringent specifications, including color standards, shrinkage limits, and packaging requirements, as outlined in the associated product description document. This fabric will replace traditional worsted wool in cadet uniforms, ensuring quality and consistency for military attire. Interested small businesses are encouraged to respond to the sources sought notice by providing their capabilities and relevant information to Dayanna Wallace at dayanna.wallace.civ@army.mil, with the potential for a contract lasting up to five years. Responses must be submitted to the specified contact to facilitate the set-aside process for small businesses.

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    Dayanna Wallace
    dayanna.wallace.civ@army.mil
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    Product Description C0150.pdf
    The document outlines revisions to the purchasing description of Mock Elastique Polyester Wool, specifically detailing specifications for fabric used in US Military Academy cadet uniforms. Key points include the color standard (Cadet Gray 372) matching specific lighting conditions, shrinkage limits during sponging, packaging requirements, and acceptable lengths of fabric rolls. The contractor must supply samples, adhere to specific testing methods, and include detailed identification tags on shipments. The fabric will replace traditional worsted wool in cadet attire for moderate seasons, mimicking its appearance. Contractors must ensure compliance with these specifications to successfully bid for the contract, and the government may waive pre-production sample requirements based on past performance. This document illustrates stringent standards typical in government procurement, emphasizing quality and consistency necessary for military uniforms.
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