C0255 Black Wool Melton Fabric
ID: PANMCC-25-P-0000-015809Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Broadwoven Fabric Mills (313210)

PSC

TEXTILE FABRICS (8305)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/829298dfe7644642b54dab21053304e6/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide C0255 Black Wool Melton Fabric as part of a sources sought notice. The procurement aims to identify capable vendors who can meet the specifications for high-quality wool fabric, which is essential for military uniforms and overcoats, ensuring compliance with stringent quality and safety standards. Interested small businesses are encouraged to submit their capabilities, including previous experience and pricing information, to facilitate a potential set-aside for this contract. For inquiries, contact Lakenia M. Brown at lakenia.m.brown.civ@army.mil or 520-687-8138, and note that responses are due to support the set-aside determination.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Lakenia M. Brown
    (520) 687-8138
    lakenia.m.brown.civ@army.mil
    Files
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    20101029_Purchase_Description_C0255_Wool_Melton.pdf
    This document outlines the specifications for purchasing wool and wool-nylon melton cloth for the United States Military Academy (USMA). It describes two types of cloth: Type I (all wool, 10.9-11.6 ounces per square yard) available in Cadet Gray and Black, and Type II (wool and nylon, 18-20.5 ounces per square yard), exclusively in Black. The purchase description emphasizes the quality, colorfastness, and physical requirements for the cloth, including specific tests and standards that must be adhered to, such as first article inspections and compliance with federal standards. Additional sections outline applicable documents for quality assurance, including standards from the AATCC and ASTM, while also detailing the order and packaging for delivery and the intended use of each cloth type, specifically for military uniforms and overcoats. The document serves as both a specification guide and quality control framework for potential vendors seeking to supply these materials, ensuring that all products meet established military standards for durability and appearance. Overall, the focus is on maintaining stringent quality and safety measures applicable to government procurement processes.
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