Rayon
ID: SPE1C125RRAYONType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills (314999)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/24966786217c4a099def0fe094014e09/view
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    Description

    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is seeking domestic producers of rayon yarn/fiber to meet the specifications required for military flags and insignias. The procurement is driven by a current Domestic Non-Availability Determination for rayon, as it is not produced within the United States or its possessions, necessitating compliance with the Berry Amendment for all components. The specifications, including MIL-DTL-606G for rayon banner cloth, emphasize the importance of quality and environmental standards in the production of materials used for flags, which are critical for military operations. Interested firms that can provide domestically produced rayon or suitable substitutes are encouraged to contact Fredrick Robinson at Fredrick.Robinson@dla.mil or Isaiah Murray at isaiah.murray@dla.mil for further details and to submit their company information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Robinson Fredrick
    (215) 737-5282
    Fredrick.Robinson@dla.mil
    Isaiah Murray
    (215) 737-5817
    isaiah.murray@dla.mil
    Files
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    MIL-DTL-606G Rayon.pdf
    The document presents the detailed specification MIL-DTL-606G for rayon banner cloth, approved for use by all Departments and Agencies of the Department of Defense (DoD). It outlines the scope, applicable documents, and key requirements for the cloth, including materials (with specifics on yarn and weave), color specifications, physical properties, and performance tests. The specification mandates the use of environmentally preferable materials and defines inspection processes, including first article inspections and conformance inspections. It also details packaging instructions and provides guidelines for fiber identification and workmanship standards. The intended use of the rayon cloth is for manufacturing flags, emphasizing quality and compliance with established standards. Overall, this specification aims to ensure that the rayon banner cloth meets operational and maintenance requirements while promoting life cycle cost efficiency.
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    Rayon
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