Hand Sewing Needles
ID: CTSMSG009-01Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA TROOP SUPPORTPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5096, USA

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Textile and Fabric Finishing Mills (313310)

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NOTIONS AND APPAREL FINDINGS (8315)

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https://sam.gov/opp/a04d8e97f99f44068be09a56c558bbfb/view
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    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is conducting a Sources Sought notice to identify potential sources for the production of hand sewing needles, with a preference for domestic manufacturers. This initiative aims to assess industry capabilities and production capacity for hand sewing needles, which are essential for various applications within the Clothing & Textile sector of the Department of Defense. Interested vendors are encouraged to review the technical specifications and submit their company details, including CAGE code and production capabilities, to the primary contacts, Fredrick Robinson and Alan Cure, by the specified response date. No compensation will be provided for information submitted, and all proprietary information will be protected if marked accordingly.

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    The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support (DLATS) is researching industry capabilities for the production of hand sewing needles through a Sources Sought notice. This notice is not a solicitation but aims to identify both domestic and non-domestic manufacturers capable of supplying these items. Preference is given to U.S.-based sources in compliance with DFARS regulations. The notice provides guidance on vendor participation and states that responses should include company details and answers to specific production-related inquiries, such as minimum quantities and production capacity. Vendors are urged to review technical specifications for items of interest by utilizing a provided link. No payments will be made for information submitted, and any proprietary information will be protected if marked accordingly. This initiative emphasizes the importance of domestic manufacturing capacity to support textile needs within the Department of Defense.
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