RFI - All Range Tactical Clothing (ARTC) Softshell Uniform
ID: ARTC-Softshell-2025Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APG NATICKNATICK, MA, 01760-5011, USA

NAICS

Cut and Sew Apparel Contractors (315210)

PSC

CLOTHING, SPECIAL PURPOSE (8415)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/eb2bbdee9f034d1db8ad248f61cb50bd/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 7, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 7, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 28, 2025, 8:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Product Manager Soldier Clothing and Individual Equipment, is conducting a market investigation to identify domestic manufacturers capable of producing the All Range Tactical Clothing (ARTC) Softshell Uniform, which includes jackets and trousers. The initiative aims to find Berry Amendment compliant vendors who can meet specific production requirements, including estimated pricing, production capacity, lead times, and relevant experience in similar contracts. This procurement is critical for enhancing the Army's cold-weather gear capabilities, and interested vendors must submit their responses within 21 days, with inquiries directed to Alejandro Silva at alejandro.a.silva.ctr@army.mil. This notice serves solely for market research purposes and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals.

Point(s) of Contact
Alejandro Silva
alejandro.a.silva.ctr@army.mil
Michael Harris
michael.l.harris88.civ@army.mil
Files
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RFI ARTC Softshell Uniform.pdf
Jan 7, 2025, 8:11 PM UTC
The U.S. Army Product Manager Soldier Clothing and Individual Equipment is seeking vendors for the production of All Range Tactical Clothing (ARTC), specifically Softshell Jackets and Trousers. This market investigation focuses on domestic manufacturers compliant with the Berry Amendment. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities within 21 days, providing details such as company information, business size, estimated pricing, production capacity, lead times, and prior performance on similar contracts. A draft Technical Data Package (TDP) is available upon request to assist in the response but may differ from final designs. This request is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals. Responses should be directed to specified contacts within the Army, and inquiries about the project must be submitted within a week. The initiative aims to develop a strategic acquisition plan for new cold-weather gear.
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