Wednesday, March 30, 2016

Black Diamond Recalls Nylon Runners Due to Fall Hazard

Black Diamond Recalls Nylon Runners Due to Fall Hazard

http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Black-Diamond-Recalls-Nylon-Runners/

Name of Product: Nylon Runners

Hazard: A nylon runner with a tape splice (two cut ends joined by masking tape) will fail in normal use, posing a risk of death or injury due to a fall.

Remedy: Replace. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled nylon runners, inspect for the presence of a tape splice and contact Black Diamond for instructions on obtaining a free replacement nylon runner. Consumer Contact: Black Diamond at 800-775-5552 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or online at http://blackdiamondequipment.com and click on “Recall for Inspection: Nylon Runners” for more information. Consumers can also email the firm at warranty@bdel.com.

Units: About 185,000 (in addition, 23,600 were sold in Canada)

Description: This recall involves Black Diamond 18 mm wide nylon runners that are 60 cm/24 inch or 120 cm/48 inches long that have a tape splice (two cut ends joined by masking tape). The nylon runners were sold in red, blue, gold, green, gray and purple. “CE 0333” and 2014 or 2015 are printed on the sewn-in label.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Sold at: Eastern Mountain Sports, Hansen Mountaineering, The Gear Coop, Peak Experiences Inc., REI and other specialty outdoor stores nationwide and online at Backcountry.com and BlackDiamond.com from January 2014 through February 2016 for between $5 and $9.

Importer/Distributor: Black Diamond Ltd., of Salt Lake City, Utah

Manufactured in: China

CBP Commissioner Issues Detention Order on Chemical, Fiber Products Produced by Forced Labor in China

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner R. Gil Kerlikowske today directed the issuance of a withhold release order against imported soda ash, calcium chloride, caustic soda, and viscose/rayon fiber manufactured or mined by Tangshan Sanyou Group and its subsidiaries in the People’s Republic of China. The order will require detention at all U.S. ports of entry of any of such merchandise manufactured by this company.

The withhold release order is based on information obtained by CBP indicating that the Tangshan Sanyou Group and its subsidiaries utilize convict labor in the production of the merchandise.

It is illegal to import into the United States goods made, wholly or in part, with convict labor and/or forced labor (including forced child labor) and/or indentured labor under penal sanctions. CBP issues withhold release orders when information available reasonably indicates merchandise in violation of 19 U.S.C. § 1307, is, or is likely to be, imported.

Federal Business Opportunities through March 30, 2016

Recently posted federal business opportunities.
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Chapel Pew Cushions
Sol. #:            FA3016-16-N-0041
Agency:            Department of the Air Force
Office:            Air Education and Training Command
Location:          Fort Sam Houston, 502d Contracting Squadron
Posted On:         Mar 29, 2016 5:23 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 15, 2016 3:11 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Chevrons and Patches
Sol. #:            W911SD-16-T-0079-0002
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 29, 2016 4:11 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 09, 2016 11:56 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Chevrons and Patches
Sol. #:            W911SD-16-T-0165
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 29, 2016 4:11 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Zippered Tote Bag
Sol. #:            2016-Q-64894
Agency:            Department of Health and Human Services
Office:            Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Location:          Procurement and Grants Office (Atlanta)
Posted On:         Mar 29, 2016 10:09 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 28, 2016 2:41 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Metal Uniform Badges
Sol. #:            M67001-16-T-1121
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            United States Marine Corps
Location:          MCB Camp Lejeune - RCO
Posted On:         Mar 29, 2016 10:01 am
Current Type:      Sources Sought / Cancelled
Base Type:         Sources Sought
Base Posting Date: Mar 21, 2016 3:30 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Chemical Agent Protective Covers (CAPC)
Sol. #:            W911QY-16-R-0025
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command
Location:          ACC - APG (W911QY) Natick (SPS)
Posted On:         Mar 29, 2016 9:35 am
Base Type:         Sources Sought
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             E-Z Up 10' x 10' Shelter
Sol. #:            E-Z-UP-8340-01-509-3622
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Mar 29, 2016 8:07 am
Current Type:      Presolicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 18, 2016 8:07 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Aerial Insertion Load Bearing Mesh Vest and K9 Storm Intruder Integrated Camera System
Sol. #:            W805JN53360805
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 29, 2016 7:56 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 14, 2016 2:46 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Air & Marine Student Gear
Sol. #:            20091896
Agency:            Department of Homeland Security
Office:            Customs and Border Protection
Location:          Procurement Directorate - DC
Posted On:         Mar 29, 2016 7:34 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             FIRE MANAGEMENT BACKPACKS
Sol. #:            A16PS00438
Agency:            Department of the Interior
Office:            Bureau of Indian Affairs
Location:          BIA - DAPM
Posted On:         Mar 28, 2016 9:24 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 28, 2016 9:24 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             CLOTH,PLAIN WEAVE
Sol. #:            SPE1C116T0800
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 28, 2016 6:10 pm
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 17, 2016 9:56 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             SOURCES SOUGHT FOR ISLAMIC RELIGIOUS SUPPORT ITEMS
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-16-D-1TBD
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Mar 28, 2016 3:31 pm
Current Type:      Sources Sought (Modified)
Base Type:         Sources Sought
Base Posting Date: Feb 25, 2016 2:40 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Non Fire-Resistant Combat Shirt
Sol. #:            FA8054-16-R-0001
Agency:            Department of the Air Force
Office:            AFICA
Location:          AFICA- CONUS
Posted On:         Mar 28, 2016 3:21 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Tactical Uniform?s and Accessories
Sol. #:            PR4972965
Agency:            Department of State
Office:            Office of Acquisitions
Location:          INL Support
Posted On:         Mar 28, 2016 2:55 pm
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 09, 2016 3:10 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Zippered Tote Bag
Sol. #:            2016-Q-64894
Agency:            Department of Health and Human Services
Office:            Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Location:          Procurement and Grants Office (Atlanta)
Posted On:         Mar 28, 2016 2:41 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Aerial Insertion Load Bearing Mesh Vest and K9 Storm Intruder Integrated Camera System
Sol. #:            W805JN53360805
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 28, 2016 2:39 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 14, 2016 2:46 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Clamshell and Tents w/Power, HVAC and lighting
Sol. #:            W911SG-16-T-9104
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 28, 2016 12:20 pm
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 16, 2016 4:39 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Sports Uniform
Sol. #:            0040252074
Agency:            Department of the Interior
Office:            Bureau of Indian Affairs
Location:          BIA - DAPM
Posted On:         Mar 28, 2016 12:14 pm
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 17, 2016 3:39 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             TENT
Sol. #:            SPE1C116T0866
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 28, 2016 10:29 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Hose reel covers 
Sol. #:            N0018916T0227
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk
Posted On:         Mar 28, 2016 10:08 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 21, 2016 3:21 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             CBP Field Operations (Academy Student Gear)
Sol. #:            20091907
Agency:            Department of Homeland Security
Office:            Customs and Border Protection
Location:          Procurement Directorate - DC
Posted On:         Mar 28, 2016 9:36 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 17, 2016 9:57 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Safety Shoes
Sol. #:            W91QVN16R0090
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command, ECC
Location:          411TH CSB (W91QVN) RCC YONGSAN
Posted On:         Mar 28, 2016 2:15 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Proximity Jacket (Brand Name Only)
Sol. #:            M6740016T0069
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            United States Marine Corps
Location:          MCB Camp Butler - Far East
Posted On:         Mar 27, 2016 9:14 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 24, 2016 3:26 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             CBP Border Patrol Academy (BPA)
Sol. #:            20091897
Agency:            Department of Homeland Security
Office:            Customs and Border Protection
Location:          Procurement Directorate - DC
Posted On:         Mar 25, 2016 12:59 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 21, 2016 10:20 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             TENT, ARCTIC 10 MAN, COMPLETE
Sol. #:            SPE1C115R01170007
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 25, 2016 9:07 am
Base Type:         Award Notice
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Proximity Jacket
Sol. #:            M6740016T0069
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            United States Marine Corps
Location:          MCB Camp Butler - Far East
Posted On:         Mar 24, 2016 8:10 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 24, 2016 3:26 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             KHAKI SLACKS & TROUSERS
Sol. #:            DTMA95Q1600004
Agency:            Department of Transportation
Office:            Maritime Administration (MARAD)
Location:          U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (Procurement)
Posted On:         Mar 24, 2016 3:16 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             B4 and Garment Bags
Sol. #:            FA7000-16-T-0022
Agency:            Department of the Air Force
Office:            Direct Reporting Units
Location:          USAF Academy - 10 CONS
Posted On:         Mar 24, 2016 3:03 pm
Base Type:         Presolicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             RIBBON, MEDALS U.S. COAST GUARD
Sol. #:            HSCG40-16-Q-61088
Agency:            Department of Homeland Security
Office:            United States Coast Guard (USCG)
Location:          USCG Surface Forces Logistics Center (SFLC) Procurement Branch 1
Posted On:         Mar 24, 2016 2:35 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             05 RAIN GEAR
Sol. #:            SPMYM216Q0754
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          DLA Maritime PSNS
Posted On:         Mar 24, 2016 12:44 pm
Base Type:         Presolicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Binocular XLS Displays for Aviation Helmets
Sol. #:            W911QX-16-T-0118
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command
Location:          ACC - APG (W911QX) Adelphi 
Posted On:         Mar 24, 2016 11:20 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Handcuffs, Batons, Accessories
Sol. #:            OSCU-TD-3479_3484
Agency:            Department of Justice
Office:            Federal Bureau of Investigation
Location:          Procurement Section
Posted On:         Mar 24, 2016 9:23 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation / Cancelled
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 23, 2016 2:38 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Proximity Jacket
Sol. #:            M6740016T0069
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            United States Marine Corps
Location:          MCB Camp Butler - Far East
Posted On:         Mar 24, 2016 3:26 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 24, 2016 3:26 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Aerial Insertion Load Bearing Mesh Vest and K9 Storm Intruder Integrated Camera System
Sol. #:            W805JN53360805
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 23, 2016 3:38 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 14, 2016 2:46 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Eagle Vest Inserts
Sol. #:            FA4855-16-T-0012
Agency:            Department of the Air Force
Office:            Air Force Special Operations Command
Location:          27 SOCONS
Posted On:         Mar 23, 2016 3:29 pm
Base Type:         Sources Sought
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             R&R Marketing Items
Sol. #:            W912LQ-16-T-0032
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            National Guard Bureau
Location:          USPFO for Virginia
Posted On:         Mar 23, 2016 3:09 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 04, 2016 5:13 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             12inch Latex Hazmat Boot Covers
Sol. #:            AG-6395-S-16-0087
Agency:            Department of Agriculture
Office:            Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Location:          MRPBS, ASD, Specialized Contracting Branch
Posted On:         Mar 23, 2016 3:07 pm
Current Type:      Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 16, 2016 1:57 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Handcuffs, Batons, Accessories
Sol. #:            OSCU-TD-3479_3484
Agency:            Department of Justice
Office:            Federal Bureau of Investigation
Location:          Procurement Section
Posted On:         Mar 23, 2016 2:38 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Hose reel covers 
Sol. #:            N0018916T0227
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk
Posted On:         Mar 23, 2016 1:05 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 21, 2016 3:21 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Chevrons and Patches
Sol. #:            W911SD-16-T-0079-0002
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 23, 2016 12:50 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 09, 2016 11:56 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             FLY,TENT
Sol. #:            SPE1C116T0840
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 23, 2016 12:13 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             INSIGNIA,GRADE,ENLISTE
Sol. #:            SPE1C116Q0196
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 23, 2016 12:09 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             CASE,HANDCUFFS
Sol. #:            SPE1C116T0836
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 23, 2016 10:22 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------

Clients of Agathon Associates and subscribers to Agathon Associates' Trade Advisor Service can find links to the full solicitations at www.agathonassociates.com/textile-pri/berry/fbo.htm. You will need to enter your username and password. If you do not know your username and password email David Trumbull at david@agathonassociates.com.

Tuesday, March 29, 2016

Monday, March 28, 2016

New England Region AATCC Meeting

New England Region AATCC Meeting

Thursday April 28, 2016

Special Guest Speaker: Harrie Schoots, Ascend Performance Materials

“Static Electricity in Your Supply Chain: So What’s the Charge?”

Get plugged-in… Overview of static discharge in apparel and materials; applications; solutions i.e. nuisance static, performance to safety; test methods; compliance with accreditations i.e. REACH, Oeko-Tex, Bluesign

Join the discussion… Explore relevance, value and benefits of anti-static bi-component staple and filament in your supply chain

McCormick & Schmick's at the Biltmore Hotel
11 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI
5:30 pm Social hour, cash bar, 6:30 pm Presentation followed by Dinner
RSVP: by April 22 It’s simple to make your reservations today:

Email heidicarvalho@comcast.net or phone 774 930 0297. Please Include your name, contact info, # and name of guests + sponsor amount , dietary restrictions; food allergies; related concerns

Cash or check: NEAATCC and meal selection upon arrival
Nonmember $35 / Member $30pp / Govt/Mil/Retired $25pp
Students always welcome to attend Speaker Presentation w/o meal at no fee
Membership drive in progess join or reinstate today or at meeting –don’t miss out
Sponsorship recognition levels: $60, $90, $150, Other$_______
Parking info: valet parking $7 up to 3 hours, free on street after 6pm, garage parking at providence place mall under $5

Saturday, March 26, 2016

Department of Defense Procurement from Federal Prison Industries

On November 19, 2009, a final rule was published in the Federal Register at 74 FR 59914, which amended the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) subpart 208.6 to implement Section 827 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008, Public Law 110-181. Section 827 changed DoD competition requirements for purchases from Federal Prison Industries, Inc. (FPI) by requiring DoD to publish an annual list of product categories for which FPI's share of the DoD market was greater than five percent, based on the most recent fiscal year data available. Product categories on the current list, and the products within each identified product category, must be procured using competitive or fair opportunity procedures in accordance with DFARS 208.602-70.

The Director, Defense Procurement and Acquisition Policy (DPAP), issued a memorandum dated March 8, 2016, that provided the current list of product categories for which FPI's share of the DoD market is greater than five percent based on fiscal year 2015 data from the Federal Procurement Data System. The product categories to be competed effective April 7, 2016, are the following:

  • H946 (Other QC/Test/Inspect-Water Purification and Sewage Treatment Equipment)
  • L071 (Technical Representative--Furniture)
  • 3990 (Miscellaneous Materials Handling Equipment)
  • 7210 (Household Furnishings)
  • 7230 (Draperies, Awnings, and Shades)
  • 8405 (Outerwear, Men's)
  • 8410 (Outerwear, Women's)
  • 8415 (Clothing, Special Purpose)
  • 8470 (Armor, Personal)
  • 9905 (Signs, Advertising Displays, and Identification Plates)

The DPAP memorandum with the current list of product categories for which FPI has a significant market share is posted at: http://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/cpic/cp/specific_policy_areas.html#federal_prison.

The statute, as implemented, also requires DoD to--

(1) Include FPI in the solicitation process for these items. A timely offer from FPI must be considered and award procedures must be followed in accordance with existing policy at Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 8.602(a)(4)(ii) through (v);

(2) Continue to conduct acquisitions, in accordance with FAR subpart 8.6, for items from product categories for which FPI does not have a significant market share. FAR 8.602 requires agencies to conduct market research and make a written comparability determination, at the discretion of the contracting officer. Competitive (or fair opportunity) procedures are appropriate if the FPI product is not comparable in terms of price, quality, or time of delivery; and

(3) Modify the published list if DoD subsequently determines that new data requires adding or omitting a product category from the list.

Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement: Prohibition on Requiring the Use of Fire-resistant Rayon Fiber (DFARS Case 2016-D012)

On March 25, 2016, the Department of Defense Defense Acquisition Regulations System published in the Federal Register (81 FR 17048) Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement: Prohibition on Requiring the Use of Fire-resistant Rayon Fiber (DFARS Case 2016-D012).

DFARS 225.7016 prohibits requiring the use of fire-resistant rayon fiber in any solicitation issued before January 1, 2015. This prohibition was implemented in accordance with section 821 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011. Since the effective period imposed by the statute has passed, the DFARS text is now obsolete. Therefore, this final rule removes DFARS 225.7016 and the cross reference at 211.170.

U.S. Manufacturing Council to Meet April 12, 2016

The United States Manufacturing Council will hold an open meeting on Tuesday, April 12, 2016. The Council was established in April 2004 to advise the Secretary of Commerce on matters relating to the U.S. manufacturing industry. The purpose of the meeting is for Council members to review and deliberate on recommendations developed by the Workforce Development subcommittee looking at high school educational approach enhancements for consideration by the Manufacturing Council.

The textile industry is represented on the Council by Jenny Houston, Executive Vice President, Warwick Mills; New Ipswich, N.H., who appointed in February, 2015, by Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritsker.

Thursday, March 24, 2016

U.S. Dept. of Labor Issues Report on Labor Concerns in Peru's Textile, Apparel, and Agricultural Sectors

On March 18, 2016, the U.S. Department of Labor released a report under the labor chapter of the United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement raisING significant concerns regarding the right to freedom of association in Peru’s non-traditional export sectors, which include exports of textiles, apparel and certain agricultural products.

Wednesday, March 23, 2016

Establishment of a Petition Process To Review the Eligibility of Countries Under AGOA

On March 18, 2016, USTR published in the Federal Register (81 FR 14716) Establishment of a Petition Process To Review the Eligibility of Countries Under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).

SUMMARY: The Trade Preferences Extension Act of 2015 (TPEA) requires the President to establish a petition process to review the eligibility of countries for the benefits of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). This authority has been delegated to the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR).

DATES: The interim final rule is effective on March 18, 2016. USTR will accept comments on the interim final rule in writing on or before April 18, 2016.

Marine Corps Boot Contract Awarded

Wolverine World Wide, Rockford, Michigan, has been awarded a maximum $7,209,521 firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for Marine Corps boots. This was a competitive acquisition with three responses received. This is a one-year base contract with four one-year option periods. Location of performance is Michigan, with a March 16, 2017, performance completion date. Using service is Marine Corps. Type of appropriation is fiscal 2016 through fiscal 2017 defense working capital funds. The contracting activity is the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (SPE1C1-16-D-1032).

Federal Business Opportunities through March 23, 2016

Recently posted federal business opportunities.
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Textile Fabric 
Sol. #:            W90VN9-16-T-0010
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command, ECC
Location:          411TH CSB (W90VN9) RCO DAEGU
Posted On:         Mar 23, 2016 3:21 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 24, 2016 9:42 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Conductive Shoes
Sol. #:            FA5209-16-T-0048
Agency:            Department of the Air Force
Office:            Pacific Air Forces
Location:          374 CONS - Yokota
Posted On:         Mar 23, 2016 1:30 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             MDW, Overcoat and Raincoat, Man's
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-16-Q-MDW
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Mar 22, 2016 3:42 pm
Current Type:      Presolicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Nov 20, 2015 10:59 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Notice Of Intent Sole Source
Sol. #:            W912JC-16-T-0007
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            National Guard Bureau
Location:          USPFO for Kansas
Posted On:         Mar 22, 2016 3:33 pm
Base Type:         Special Notice
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             T-Shirts
Sol. #:            
Agency:            Department of Homeland Security
Office:            United States Coast Guard (USCG)
Location:          Commandant (CG-912), U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters
Posted On:         Mar 22, 2016 1:53 pm
Base Type:         Justification and Approval (J&A)
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             service pins    
Sol. #:            VA10116Q0058
Agency:            Department of Veterans Affairs
Office:            VA Center for Acquisition Innovation (Washington)
Location:          VA CAI Washington
Posted On:         Mar 22, 2016 10:56 am
Current Type:      Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 18, 2016 3:14 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             MP Gear
Sol. #:            10831899
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 22, 2016 10:41 am
Base Type:         Presolicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             IDIQ - PERSONAL ARMOR ITEMS
Sol. #:            SGE50016R0062
Agency:            Department of State
Office:            Office of Acquisitions
Location:          Regional Procurement Support Office Frankfurt, Germany
Posted On:         Mar 22, 2016 2:35 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             TARP INSTALLATION AND REPAIR
Sol. #:            N105-16-0381
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Military Sealift Command
Location:          MSC SSU San Diego (N40443)
Posted On:         Mar 21, 2016 8:25 pm
Base Type:         Sources Sought
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             GEN III, Layer 5, Mid-Weight Jacket, OCP
Sol. #:            SPE1C116R0037
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Contracting Services Office - Philadelphia
Posted On:         Mar 21, 2016 4:23 pm
Current Type:      Presolicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Dec 14, 2015 1:48 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             High Thermal Fleece Blankets
Sol. #:            SOL-OAA-16-000075
Agency:            Agency for International Development
Office:            Washington D.C.
Location:          USAID/Washington
Posted On:         Mar 21, 2016 3:42 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Metal Uniform Badges
Sol. #:            M67001-16-T-1121
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            United States Marine Corps
Location:          MCB Camp Lejeune - RCO
Posted On:         Mar 21, 2016 3:30 pm
Base Type:         Sources Sought
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Hose reel covers 
Sol. #:            N0018916T0227
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk
Posted On:         Mar 21, 2016 3:21 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Athletic Jerseys & Mens and Womens Athletic Shorts
Sol. #:            JESP-06-16
Agency:            Department of Justice
Office:            Federal Prison Industries/UNICOR
Location:          Contracting Office/Manchester
Posted On:         Mar 21, 2016 1:49 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Tents
Sol. #:            W564KV-16-T-ABCD
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command, ECC
Location:          409th CSB (W564KV) TCC-Kaiserslautern
Posted On:         Mar 21, 2016 10:21 am
Base Type:         Sources Sought
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             CBP Border Patrol Academy (BPA)
Sol. #:            20091897
Agency:            Department of Homeland Security
Office:            Customs and Border Protection
Location:          Procurement Directorate - DC
Posted On:         Mar 21, 2016 10:20 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Army Start Logo Lapel Pin, PPI 71
Sol. #:            W9124D-16-Q-5256
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 21, 2016 9:17 am
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 11, 2016 11:41 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             TENT,MX SHELTER, TAN,
Sol. #:            SPE1C116T0811
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 20, 2016 10:53 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             service pins    
Sol. #:            VA10116Q0058
Agency:            Department of Veterans Affairs
Office:            VA Center for Acquisition Innovation (Washington)
Location:          VA CAI Washington
Posted On:         Mar 18, 2016 3:33 pm
Current Type:      Solicitation
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 18, 2016 3:14 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Inclement Weather Combat Shirt
Sol. #:            M67854-16-R-1103
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            United States Marine Corps
Location:          MARCORSYSCOM
Posted On:         Mar 18, 2016 2:29 pm
Current Type:      Solicitation
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Dec 07, 2015 8:03 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Waist and Breast Plate Buckles
Sol. #:            W911SD-16-T0076
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 18, 2016 1:37 pm
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 08, 2016 3:32 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Cloth Thermal Labels - Berry Compliant
Sol. #:            CT2206-16
Agency:            Department of Justice
Office:            Federal Prison Industries/UNICOR
Location:          Contracting Office/Manchester
Posted On:         Mar 18, 2016 12:18 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Coverall IDIQ
Sol. #:            SPMYM316Q3S32
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Land and Maritime
Posted On:         Mar 18, 2016 10:11 am
Base Type:         Sources Sought
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Fragmentation Helmet, Lightweight, USMC, Ballistic Post and Screw
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-16-R-0080
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Mar 18, 2016 8:54 am
Current Type:      Presolicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 17, 2016 7:38 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             E-Z Up 10' x 10' Shelter
Sol. #:            E-Z-UP-8340-01-509-3622
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Mar 18, 2016 8:07 am
Base Type:         Presolicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             FLY,TENT
Sol. #:            
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 17, 2016 3:11 pm
Base Type:         Award Notice
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             All Purpose - Personal Protection Ensemble (AP-PPE)
Sol. #:            SPRDL1-16-R-0032
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Defense Logistics Agency Detachment
Location:          DLA TACOM - Warren Acquisition Center
Posted On:         Mar 17, 2016 2:48 pm
Current Type:      Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 01, 2016 10:45 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Weather Covers for the AN/TPQ-50, Lightweight Counter Mortar Radar (LCMR)
Sol. #:            W56KGY-16-R-0009
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command
Location:          ACC - APG (W56KGY) Division C
Posted On:         Mar 17, 2016 2:39 pm
Current Type:      Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Sources Sought
Base Posting Date: Oct 07, 2015 1:15 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Aerial Insertion Load Bearing Mesh Vest and K9 Storm Intruder Integrated Camera System
Sol. #:            W805JN53360805
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 17, 2016 12:40 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 14, 2016 2:46 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             CBP Field Operations (Academy Student Gear)
Sol. #:            20091907
Agency:            Department of Homeland Security
Office:            Customs and Border Protection
Location:          Procurement Directorate - DC
Posted On:         Mar 17, 2016 9:57 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             CLOTH,PLAIN WEAVE
Sol. #:            SPE1C116T0800
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 17, 2016 9:56 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Fragmentation Helmet, Lightweight, USMC, Ballistic Post and Screw
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-16-R-0080
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Mar 17, 2016 7:38 am
Base Type:         Presolicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             BOOT, COMBAT, TEMPERATE WEATHER, (TAN)
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-16-R-0078
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Mar 17, 2016 7:12 am
Base Type:         Presolicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             BOOT, COMBAT, TEMPERATE WEATHER, (BLACK)
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-16-R-0077
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Mar 17, 2016 7:06 am
Base Type:         Presolicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Clamshell and Tents w/Power, HVAC and lighting
Sol. #:            W911SG-16-T-9104
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 16, 2016 4:39 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             12inch Latex Hazmat Boot Covers
Sol. #:            AG-6395-S-16-0087
Agency:            Department of Agriculture
Office:            Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Location:          MRPBS, ASD, Specialized Contracting Branch
Posted On:         Mar 16, 2016 4:02 pm
Current Type:      Solicitation
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 16, 2016 1:57 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Weather Covers for the AN/TPQ-50, Lightweight Counter Mortar Radar (LCMR)
Sol. #:            W56KGY-16-R-0009
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command
Location:          ACC - APG (W56KGY) Division C
Posted On:         Mar 16, 2016 2:32 pm
Current Type:      Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Sources Sought
Base Posting Date: Oct 07, 2015 1:15 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             SAFETY SHOE - SHOEMOBILE
Sol. #:            N00253-16-T-0152
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Sea Systems Command
Location:          NUWC Keyport Division
Posted On:         Mar 16, 2016 1:39 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             TENT
Sol. #:            SPE1C116T0796
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 16, 2016 10:46 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Chevrons and Patches
Sol. #:            W911SD-16-T-0079-0002
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 16, 2016 10:38 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 09, 2016 11:56 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Short Sleeve White Overblouse
Sol. #:            W911SD-16-T-0077
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 16, 2016 9:22 am
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 02, 2016 12:46 pm
-------------------------------------------------------

Clients of Agathon Associates and subscribers to Agathon Associates' Trade Advisor Service can find links to the full solicitations at www.agathonassociates.com/textile-pri/berry/fbo.htm. You will need to enter your username and password. If you do not know your username and password email David Trumbull at david@agathonassociates.com.

Thursday, March 17, 2016

Coleman FTZ Application Generated Comments in Writing and at FTZ Board Hearing

In 2015 Coleman Company Inc. filed a application for a foreign trade zone in which to import nylon and polyester woven fabric for use in the production of personal flotation devices. On February 24, 2016, the Foreign Trade Zone Board held a hearing on the application in Washington, D.C. The following comments were presented by David Trumbull, Principal, Agathon Associates.

COMMENTS

Thank you for this opportunity to address the Board regarding the Board regulations as they relate to Applications for authorization of FTZ procedures involving textiles. I am a consultant to the textile industry and my clients may be materially affected by Board determinations relating to textiles.

In the cover letter to the Application, which Coleman requests be considered an integral part its application (see page 10, footnote 11), Coleman makes a number of assertion to which I respond –

Coleman Assertion #1, The Need for Broader Production Authority (pages 3 and 4)

Coleman asserts it needs broader production authority due to the inverted tariff. In answer to Question 39 in the Application, Coleman asserts that relief from inverted tariff will account for 97-98% of the expected savings should the Application be approved.

Without doubt, tariffs, whether inverted or not, impose additional costs on domestic manufacturers who use foreign inputs. If Coleman believes its profitability can be enhanced by tariff avoidance, it has a remedy at hand that would not require Application to the Board and subverting the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States as enacted by Congress. Coleman can avoid tariffs by purchasing domestically made textiles. The U.S. textile industry is able and willing to supply such fabrics. However,

Coleman has asserted as justification, "that the tariff inversion provides a disincentive to U.S. manufacturing. " I understand why, for Coleman, avoidance of tariff inversion is a motivation for the Application, and acknowledge that tariff inversion may be a consideration in the Board's determination. However, tariff inversion ought not to be, nor has been, sufficient to compel a positive Board determination.

(a) Policy.

I believe the Board must be very cautious in granting authority in a case where duty inversion is a major component. The U.S. tariff schedule has thousands of lines in the textile and apparel chapters alone. In isolation the rationale for some particular provision, such as a tariff inversion, may be difficult to ascertain, but each of those tariffs was arrived at through a legislative "give-and-take" process of tens of thousands of compromises that resulted in Congress adopting the current Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States in the Uruguay Round Agreements Act of 1994.

The Uruguay Round tariff reductions and abolition of the quota system fell especially heavily on the U.S. textile industry. Our domestic industry has invested in equipment and worker training to respond to this competitive world market. Those investments were made with the understanding that there would be no further erosion of tariff protection at least until a new round of global trade talks are completed. It was with that understanding that much of the domestic textile industry acquiesced and did not vigorously oppose the Uruguay Round. This request, if granted, would violate the commitments our government made to maintain the Uruguay Round tariffs for our domestic manufacturers. Further, we understand that U.S. textile tariffs are "on the table" again in the Doha Round; it makes no sense to unilaterally give away a tariff now that we may use in the negations later in return for some concession from our trading partners.

The Board regulations acknowledge that any approval must be consistent with public policy. In this case the policy is the tariff schedule passed by Congress and signed into law by the President, which created the tariff inversion. Specifically, Board regulation at §400.27(a)(3) constrains the Board in the case where –

“The activity involves items subject to quantitative import controls or inverted tariffs, and the use of zone procedures would be the direct and sole cause of imports that, but for such procedures, would not likely otherwise have occurred, taking into account imports both as individual items and as components of imported products.”

The Application asserts that: "Relief from the tariff inversion will not be the sole cause of the increase of any imports. " I have no way to assess the veracity of that claim. However, I assert that the Board's own regulations support my argument that the Board ought to proceed cautiously when an inverted tariff is a major aspect of the justification for an Application.

Not merely the Board's regulation, but the Constitution and laws of the United States ought to guide the Board to proceed cautiously when granting tariff relief. Congress has the exclusive prerogative to set import duties (U.S. Constitution Article 1 Section 8) and has in limited ways, delegated that authority to the Executive. I do not question congressional delegation to the FTZ Board. Clearly, that is the intention of the FTZ Law. As early as 1890, Congress delegated tariff bargaining authority to the President and authorized him to suspend existing duty-free treatment on particular items by proclamation. The Supreme Court subsequently held that the authorizing statute, § 3 of the Tariff Act of 1890, 26 Stat. 612, did not unconstitutionally delegate either legislative or treaty-making authority to the President.

But Congress did not leave us without indication of how the limited delegation of tariff authority was to be used.

For example, the Trade Promotion Act delegates authority to the President to negotiate trade agreements, provides instructions for the goals in such negotiations, and requires the President to bring the signed agreement back to Congress for a vote. Congress, in other words, holds on to its power to set the tariff schedule. Granted a trade agreement is a much larger adjustment of the tariff schedule than is any single Board decision on an Application for tariff relief, but taken collectively, over time, Board decisions, if not taken with due deference to the congressionally-enacted tariff schedule (including tariff inversions) could radically alter the tariff schedule enacted by Congress.

In addition, the FTZ Law goes back to the 1930s, a time when Congress had few tools available to promote U.S. manufacturing in cases where a domestic producer claimed to be harmed by a tariff on foreign inputs. Filling the legislative calendar with debatable bills relating to tariff relief for individual persons would have been too cumbersome. The FTZ Law, wisely, delegated, in a limited way, that authority to the Board. Since the 1980s Congress has had a tool in place to do precisely that, the Miscellaneous Tariff Bill ("MTB"). The FTZ process and the MTB process are different and I don't mean to suggest that the Board is bound by the procedures for an MTB. However, in understanding how Congress intended the Board to use its delegated authority to suspend, effectively, a tariff, it is instructive to see standard of review that Congress uses to suspend a tariff via the MTB process. The MTB requires unanimous consent. Clearly, Congress believes that the bar for suspending a tariff should be very high.

(b) Past Board practice.

As will be shown later in these comments, there have been past cases where tariff inversion was asserted, and demonstrated, where the Board denied or restricted the request, further demonstrating that tariff inversion is not sufficient to compel a positive Board determination.

Coleman Assertion #2, The Three Threshold Test (pages 4 and 5)

Coleman cites the provision at 16 CFR 400.27(a) which states that –

"Board shall deny or restrict authority for proposed or ongoing activity if it determines that:
" (1) The activity is inconsistent with U.S. trade and tariff law, or policy which has been formally adopted by the Executive branch;
" (2) Board approval of the activity under review would seriously prejudice U.S. tariff and trade negotiations or other initiatives; or
" (3) The activity involves items subject to quantitative import controls or inverted tariffs, and the use of zone procedures would be the direct and sole cause of imports that, but for such procedures, would not likely otherwise have occurred, taking into account imports both as individual items and as components of imported products. "

(a) Policy.

Even if one accepts Coleman's argument that this request passes "The Three Threshold Test," all that has been established is that the Application need not necessarily be rejected. Passing the test at 15 CFR 400.27(a) does not compel the Board to approve the Application, nor, even, create an assumption of approval.

(b) Past Board practice.

As will be show later in these comments, there have been past cases where an Application passed the Three Threshold Test was denied or restricted by the Board.

Coleman Assertion #3, The Net Economic Benefit Test

(a) The potential harm were this request to be granted can best be addressed by domestic textile manufacturers. I understand they are represented on this panel.

(b) Past Board practice.

Unrestricted approval of this Application would be a substantial departure from past Board decisions and call into question the past judgment for the Board.

Since the year 2008 there have been several Applications and the Board determinations have been consistent.

There have been nine textile-related filings relating to production for subsequent release into the domestic U.S. market arising from a tariff inversion and to which the domestic U.S. textile industry objected, stating that they would be harmed because they made the product that would enter duty-free were the filings approved.

In two of the nine cases, Dockets 2010-28 and 2010-31, I cannot find a record of the Board's final determination, and assume that after so many years they are effectively denied.

For the remaining seven of the nine inverted tariff cases where the U.S. textile industry made the subject input, the Board denied the requests outright, or approved but with the restriction that privileged foreign status must be elected for goods for consumption in the U.S. market --
2011-48 Textile Athletic Tape
2012-54-B Carbon Fiber
2013-24-B Textile Fabric Adhesive Bandage Coating and Production
2013-25-B Rubber Coated Textile Fabric
2013-37-B Polypropylene Geotextiles
2013-58-B Polyacrylonitrile Fiber/Carbon Fiber Production
2013-25-B Rubber Coated Textile Fabric

As in the nine filings noted above, where the domestic U.S. textile was able and willing to supply the subject product, the Board denied the request for relief from the tariff inversion. As noted above, the domestic industry is able and willing to supply Coleman. Prior Board determinations drive to the conclusion that the Board ought to deny Coleman's Application.

I believe that the Board faithfully followed its regulations when it denied tariff inversion-related production authority filings in those cases where a domestic U.S. industry that was protected by the tariff in question. I also note that in ten other cases, where the domestic U.S. textile industry objected, but was unwilling or unable to supply the subject fabric, the Board gave approval for production in cases involving tariff inversion. Thus we see tariff inversion filings approved when the domestic industry could not supply the input and denied when, as in this case, the domestic industry can supply the input. Therefore consistency with prior Board actions indicates that the Board should deny Coleman's request.

Again, thank you for this opportunity to comment.

OTHER COMMENTS

By the March 11, 2016, deadline comments had been received from --

Supporting

Coleman (Mr. Dinsmore)
Coleman (Mr. Schmitt)
R R Donnelley
Outdoor Industry Association
Pregis
Sorini & Samet

Opposed Agathon Associates
American Fiber Manufacturers Association
Duro (a company which formerly supported the application)
Highland Industries
Milliken and Company
National Council of Textile Organizations
United States Industrial Fabrics Institutes

Clients of Agathon Associates and subscribers to Agathon Associates' Trade Advisor Service can read all the comments plus background information lay out in easy to read format at http://www.agathonassociates.com/textile-pri/ftz/2015-53-B.htm. You will need to enter your username and password. If you do not know your username and password email David Trumbull at david@agathonassociates.com.

The information is also available free, but in a less organized format at http://ia.ita.doc.gov/ftzpage/.

Wednesday, March 16, 2016

Federal Business Opportunities through March 16, 2016

Recently posted federal business opportunities.
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             SAFETY SHOES - WEST
Sol. #:            
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Distribution
Posted On:         Mar 15, 2016 3:40 pm
Base Type:         Award Notice
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Chapel Pew Cushions
Sol. #:            FA3016-16-N-0041
Agency:            Department of the Air Force
Office:            Air Education and Training Command
Location:          Fort Sam Houston, 502d Contracting Squadron
Posted On:         Mar 15, 2016 3:11 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Canvas Shoes
Sol. #:            192116FBVDMDB0240
Agency:            Department of Homeland Security
Office:            Immigration & Customs Enforcement
Location:          Headquarters Procurement Division, Wash DC
Posted On:         Mar 14, 2016 9:59 pm
Current Type:      Presolicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 09, 2016 10:56 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Canvas Shoes
Sol. #:            192116FBVDMDB0240_A
Agency:            Department of Homeland Security
Office:            Immigration & Customs Enforcement
Location:          Headquarters Procurement Division, Wash DC
Posted On:         Mar 14, 2016 9:59 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Aerial Insertion Load Bearing Mesh Vest and K9 Storm Intruder Integrated Camera System
Sol. #:            W805JN53360805
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 14, 2016 3:10 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 14, 2016 2:46 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             USMC Pack Liner & USMC Pack Liner Assault
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-16-R-0074
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Mar 14, 2016 3:02 pm
Base Type:         Presolicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             MISC FIRE CONTROL EQUIPMENT_CLOTHING
Sol. #:            A16PS00352
Agency:            Department of the Interior
Office:            Bureau of Indian Affairs
Location:          BIA - DAPM
Posted On:         Mar 14, 2016 2:30 pm
Current Type:      Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 11, 2016 1:07 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             PIGSKIN GLOVES
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-16-Q-0156
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Medical
Posted On:         Mar 14, 2016 2:01 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             TNARNG RECRUITING APPAREL SOURCES SOUGHT.FOR MARKET RESEARCH ONLY
Sol. #:            W912L7-16-R-0004
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            National Guard Bureau
Location:          USPFO for Tennessee
Posted On:         Mar 14, 2016 1:47 pm
Base Type:         Sources Sought
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             GLOVES,MEN'S
Sol. #:            SPE1C116Q0145
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 14, 2016 12:56 pm
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 22, 2016 2:29 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Boot, Extreme Cold Weather
Sol. #:            Extreme-Cold-Weather-Boots
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Mar 14, 2016 11:18 am
Base Type:         Sources Sought
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             ZETA LINERS
Sol. #:            0010837459
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 14, 2016 9:27 am
Current Type:      Presolicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 14, 2016 9:20 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             ACU Nyco Coats and Trousers and ACU FR Coats and Trousers
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-16-R-XXXX
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Mar 14, 2016 8:50 am
Current Type:      Presolicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 20, 2016 4:18 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             RIBBON,AWARD COMPON
Sol. #:            SPE1C116T0775
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 13, 2016 1:21 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             MISC FIRE CONTROL EQUIPMENT_CLOTHING
Sol. #:            A16PS00352
Agency:            Department of the Interior
Office:            Bureau of Indian Affairs
Location:          BIA - DAPM
Posted On:         Mar 11, 2016 1:07 pm
Current Type:      Solicitation
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 11, 2016 1:07 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             COVERALLS
Sol. #:            SPMYM216Q0627
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          DLA Maritime PSNS
Posted On:         Mar 11, 2016 12:50 pm
Current Type:      Solicitation
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 10, 2016 10:48 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             PROTECTIVE SUIT
Sol. #:            SPMYM216Q0630
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          DLA Maritime PSNS
Posted On:         Mar 11, 2016 12:50 pm
Current Type:      Solicitation
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 10, 2016 12:12 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Weather Covers for the AN/TPQ-50, Lightweight Counter Mortar Radar (LCMR)
Sol. #:            W56KGY-16-R-0009
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command
Location:          ACC - APG (W56KGY) Division C
Posted On:         Mar 10, 2016 1:47 pm
Current Type:      Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Sources Sought
Base Posting Date: Oct 07, 2015 1:15 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             "THIS IS A SUBCONTRACTING OPPORTUNITY" Vendors needed to supply uniform clothing items for our Academy
Sol. #:            ON-16-Uniform-Clothing-Supplies-Bid-1APR16-31MAY16
Agency:            Department of Labor
Office:            Employment Training Administration
Location:          Oneonta Job Corps Center
Posted On:         Mar 10, 2016 12:53 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Gentex Corp Phone Talker Helmets
Sol. #:            N00244-16-T-0056
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego
Posted On:         Mar 10, 2016 12:38 pm
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 26, 2016 12:38 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             PROTECTIVE SUIT
Sol. #:            SPMYM216Q0630
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          DLA Maritime PSNS
Posted On:         Mar 10, 2016 12:12 pm
Base Type:         Presolicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             OPTION - Rain Coats
Sol. #:            W911SD-16-T-0126
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 10, 2016 11:05 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 03, 2016 1:27 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             COVERALLS
Sol. #:            SPMYM216Q0627
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          DLA Maritime PSNS
Posted On:         Mar 10, 2016 10:48 am
Base Type:         Presolicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             GLOVES,DISPOSABLE, 10
Sol. #:            SPE3S116Q0013
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Subsistence - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 10, 2016 9:10 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Coveralls, Flame Resistant (Cotton FRT)
Sol. #:            SPE1C116R0076
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Mar 10, 2016 8:07 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
itle:             Textile Fabric 
Sol. #:            W90VN9-16-T-0010
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command, ECC
Location:          411TH CSB (W90VN9) RCO DAEGU
Posted On:         Mar 10, 2016 2:33 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 24, 2016 9:42 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             FIRE PROTECTING GEAR
Sol. #:            M67400-16-T-0056
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            United States Marine Corps
Location:          MCB Camp Butler - Far East
Posted On:         Mar 09, 2016 8:18 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             CHEF COAT, PANTS, POLO SHIRT, APRON & BERET
Sol. #:            N00244-16-T-0052
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego
Posted On:         Mar 09, 2016 7:15 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 22, 2016 2:34 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             LEATHER - BERRY AMENDMENT COMPLIANT
Sol. #:            CT2204-16
Agency:            Department of Justice
Office:            Federal Prison Industries/UNICOR
Location:          Contracting Office/Manchester
Posted On:         Mar 09, 2016 3:40 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 19, 2016 3:00 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Concealable body armor with Type IIIA SUMMIT Ballistic Panels
Sol. #:            W912LM-16-T-0008
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 09, 2016 3:21 pm
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 17, 2016 10:30 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Supply/Install new Blue Canvas Awning
Sol. #:            HSCG28-16-Q-PMW071
Agency:            Department of Homeland Security
Office:            United States Coast Guard (USCG)
Location:          USCG Base Miami Beach
Posted On:         Mar 09, 2016 2:40 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             VESTIBULE, DOOR, TEMPE
Sol. #:            SPE1C116T0758
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 09, 2016 12:40 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             R&R Marketing Items
Sol. #:            W912LQ-16-T-0032
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            National Guard Bureau
Location:          USPFO for Virginia
Posted On:         Mar 09, 2016 12:36 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 04, 2016 5:13 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Chevrons, Patches and Rank Pins
Sol. #:            W911SD-16-T-0079-0002
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 09, 2016 11:56 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             OPTION - Rain Coats
Sol. #:            W911SD-16-T-0126
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 09, 2016 11:49 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 03, 2016 1:27 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Canvas Shoes
Sol. #:            192116FBVDMDB0240
Agency:            Department of Homeland Security
Office:            Immigration & Customs Enforcement
Location:          Headquarters Procurement Division, Wash DC
Posted On:         Mar 09, 2016 10:56 am
Base Type:         Presolicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Marine Corps Green Trousers Shade #2212
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-16-R-0065
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Mar 09, 2016 10:44 am
Base Type:         Presolicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             DHS / CBP Level IIIA Body Armor
Sol. #:            HSBP1016R0004
Agency:            Department of Homeland Security
Office:            Customs and Border Protection
Location:          Procurement Directorate - IN
Posted On:         Mar 09, 2016 9:06 am
Current Type:      Presolicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 22, 2016 7:13 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Cap, Garrison, Mans, Type I, Class 1, CG Blue Serge Shade 3362
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-16-R-0067
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Mar 09, 2016 7:54 am
Current Type:      Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 19, 2016 1:18 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             BRAID,TEXTILE
Sol. #:            SPE1C116Q0184
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 09, 2016 7:50 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             OPTION - SCHOLAR ATHLETE AWARD MEDALS
Sol. #:            W9124D-16-Q-5155
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 09, 2016 7:21 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------

Clients of Agathon Associates and subscribers to Agathon Associates' Trade Advisor Service can find links to the full solicitations at www.agathonassociates.com/textile-pri/berry/fbo.htm. You will need to enter your username and password. If you do not know your username and password email David Trumbull at david@agathonassociates.com.

Lord & Taylor Settles FTC Charges It Deceived Consumers Through Paid Article in an Online Fashion Magazine and Paid Instagram Posts by 50 “Fashion Influencers”

National retailer Lord & Taylor has agreed to settle Federal Trade Commission charges that it deceived consumers by paying for native advertisements, including a seemingly objective article in the online publication Nylon and a Nylon Instagram post, without disclosing that the posts actually were paid promotions for the company’s 2015 Design Lab clothing collection.

The Commission’s complaint also charges that as part of the Design Lab rollout, Lord & Taylor paid 50 online fashion “influencers” to post Instagram pictures of themselves wearing the same paisley dress from the new collection, but failed to disclose they had given each influencer the dress, as well as thousands of dollars, in exchange for their endorsement.

In settling the charges, Lord & Taylor is prohibited from misrepresenting that paid ads are from an independent source, and is required to ensure that its influencers clearly disclose when they have been compensated in exchange for their endorsements.

According to the FTC, over a weekend in late March 2015, Lord & Taylor launched a comprehensive social media campaign to promote its new Design Lab collection, a private-label clothing line targeted to women between 18 and 35 years old. The marketing plan included branded blog posts, photos, video uploads, native advertising editorials in online fashion magazines, and online endorsements by a team of specially selected “fashion influencers.”

The complaint alleges that Lord & Taylor placed a Lord & Taylor-edited paid article in Nylon, a pop culture and fashion publication. Nylon also posted a photo of the retailer’s Design Lab Paisley Asymmetrical Dress on Nylon’s Instagram site, along with a caption that Lord & Taylor had reviewed and approved. The Instagram post and article gave no indication to consumers that they were paid advertising placed by Lord & Taylor.

Over the same weekend in March 2015, Lord & Taylor gave 50 select fashion influencers a free Paisley Asymmetrical Dress and paid them between $1,000 and $4,000 each to post a photo of themselves wearing it on Instagram or another social media site. While the influencers could style the dress any way they chose, Lord & Taylor contractually obligated them to use the “@lordandtaylor” Instagram user designation and the hashtag “#DesignLab” in the caption of the photo they posted. The company also pre-approved each proposed post.

In addition, the FTC’s complaint charges that Lord & Taylor did not require the influencers to disclose that the company had compensated them to post the photo, and none of the posts included such a disclosure. In total, the influencers’ posts reached 11.4 million individual Instagram users over just two days, led to 328,000 brand engagements with Lord & Taylor’s own Instagram handle, and the dress quickly sold out.

The proposed consent order settling the FTC’s complaint prohibits Lord & Taylor from misrepresenting that paid commercial advertising is from an independent or objective source. It also prohibits the company from misrepresenting that any endorser is an independent or ordinary consumer, and requires the company to disclose any unexpected material connection between itself and any influencer or endorser. Finally, it establishes a monitoring and review program for the company’s endorsement campaigns.

The FTC recently issued an enforcement policy statement that businesses can use to ensure they make required disclosures in native advertisements.

The Commission vote to issue the administrative complaint and to accept the proposed consent agreement was 4-0. The FTC will publish a description of the consent agreement package in the Federal Register shortly.

The agreement will be subject to public comment for 30 days, beginning today and continuing through April 14, 2016, after which the Commission will decide whether to make the proposed consent order final. Interested parties can submit comments electronically by following the instructions in the “Invitation To Comment” part of the “Supplementary Information” section.

CPSC Official Meets with U.S. Brands and Retailers

Consumer Product Safety Commissioner Joe Mohorovic's Special Assistant Bryce Dustman is attending the American Apparel and Footwear Association Executive Summit March 16-17, 2016.

Monday, March 14, 2016

Can You Supply This Fabric?

Agathon Associates has been contacted by an American manufacturer in need of lint brush fabric. If you can supply this fabric contact David Trumbull at david@agathonassociates.com.

Thursday, March 10, 2016

LandForces 2016, Australia Asia Indo‐Pacific, OTEXA Sample Booth 6-9 September 2016

The Office of Tex􀆟les and Apparel ("OTEXA") of the U.S. Department of Commerce will feature a Sample Booth at the Show, 6-9 September 2016. Included in the package is the promotion of your products and samples at the show, the collection of leads that will be sent to each company in a spreadsheet after the Show and the opportunity for pre‐, concurrent, and post‐show publicity for your company.

OTEXA Sample Booth U.S.A. Pavilion

LOCATION: Adelaide Conventionon Centre, Adelaide, Australia.

LAND FORCES 2016 is Australia’s premier land defence exhibition and a leading land defence forum for Australia, Asia and the Indo‐Pacific region. LAND FORCES 2016 will be the perfect occasion for you to connect with the land defence community. Take the opportunity to engage, communicate, network and learn with unprecedented access to Australian and international companies, government officials and technology experts.

EXHIBITORS: Land Forces 2014 was a rich environment for the defence and industry professionals as 464 exhibitors from 22 countries showcased goods and services to more than 10,450 visitors from Australia and the Asia Indo‐Pacific.

The Australian Army is undergoing its largest transformation in the last 50 years. As they look towards modernization, the industry reports that the Australian Army is seeking to drive innovation and effectiveness by identifying and developing technologies to enhance the fighting capabilities of frontline soldiers and tactical units. This transformation makes exhibiting at Land Forces 2016 an opportune way to showcase your brand and technical products while forming relationships with the land defence community.

COST: $950 for 4‐5 samples not to exceed 20 yards or four book samples, company literature and business cards. Shipment of samples to and from Land Forces 2016 is the responsibility of the participant.

For questions please call Mary Lynn Landgraf at 202-482-7909 or email her at Mary-Lynn.Landgraf@trade.gov.

Opportunity for American Mills at Offshore Northern Seas Trade Show

Show Description: Offshore Northern Seas ("ONS") is a biennial event, alternating with Offshore Europe. ONS 2016 is the next edition of the event and will add to over 40 years of exhibiting the advancements in the international oil and gas industry. ONS is one of the key industry exhibitions and conferences for offshore oil and gas industry. ONS provides a platform for the presentation of the political, innovation, economic and technological issues involving the international oil and gas industry. In recent years, Offshore Northern Seas has incorporated broader energy issues while maintaining its focus on the petroleum industry.

Why Should You Exhibit: This event gives you an inside look into new technologies and affords you the opportunity to showcase your advanced protective clothing to key players in the global oil and gas industry.

U.S.A. Pavilion Sample Booth
Register Now! Limited Space!
Date: 29 August -1 September 2016

Location: Stavanger Forum, Norway

Visitors: 91,862 visitors were in attendance in 2014. Over 100 nationalities represented as there were over 31,000 international visitors. Of the visitors, 59% were line managers and above. 200 members of the press were also in attendance.

Exhibitors: 1,392 exhibitors from 39 countries were represented at ONS 2014. 50% were international exhibitors with 23 being national pavilions. Of these exhibitors, 74% acquired new contacts.

Amenities: The Office of Textiles and Apparel ("OTEXA") of the U.S. Department of Commerce will feature a sample booth at the show. Included in the package is the promotion of your products and samples at the show, the collection of leads that will be sent to each company in a spreadsheet after the Show and the opportunity for pre-, concurrent, and post-show publicity for your company.

Cost: $950 for 4-5 samples not to exceed 20 yards or four book samples, company literature and business cards. Shipment of samples to and from ONS 2016 is the responsibility of the participant.

For questions please call Mary Lynn Landgraf at 202-482-7909 or email her at Mary-Lynn.Landgraf@trade.gov.

Army Trouser Contract Awarded

Tullahoma Industries LLC, Tullahoma, Tennessee, has been awarded a maximum $25,482,000 modification (P00126) exercising the third one-year option period of a one-year base contract (SPM1C1-13-D-1033) with four one-year option periods for four types of Army trousers. This is a firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract. Locations of performance are Tennessee, Alabama, and North Carolina, with a March 12, 2017, performance completion date. Using military service is Army. Type of appropriation is fiscal 2016 through fiscal 2017 defense working capital funds. The contracting activity is the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Wednesday, March 9, 2016

CPSC Approves Adult Apparel Enforcement Discretion to Reduce Paperwork Requirement on Businesses

Effective March 25, 2016, under a new enforcement policy, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) will not pursue compliance or enforcement actions against makers, importers or private labelers of certain adult apparel determined exempt from testing under CPSC’s flammability standard for not having a general conformity certificate (GCC) for adult wearing apparel. CPSC unanimously approved the enforcement policy on February 24, 2016. Even with the testing exemption and enforcement discretion for GCCs, wearing apparel must still comply with all flammability requirements under the Flammability Fabrics Act (FFA).

Milliken Named a 2016 World’s Most Ethical Company® for 10th Consecutive Year

Milliken & Company, a global innovation company, has been recognized as a 2016 World’s Most Ethical Company by the Ethisphere Institute, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices.

This year marks the 10th anniversary of Ethisphere and the World’s Most Ethical Companies designation, which recognizes those companies that align principle with action, work tirelessly to make trust part of their corporate DNA, and in doing so, share future industry standards by introducing tomorrow’s best practices.

Milliken is one of just 14 companies to receive this honor every year since Ethisphere’s inception in 2007 and one of 21 privately held companies to be recognized this year.

A community of innovators dedicated to finding new ways to solve problems and enhance people’s lives, Milliken makes a conscious effort to instill high ethical values throughout its daily business practices. Corporate accountability, resource preservation and a shared mission to deliver innovations that ‘do good’ for the world are a few examples of why Milliken, a storied 150-year-old company, has earned this high honor for 10 consecutive years.

“The landscape of corporate ethics is changing, driven by an increasing desire for transparent relationships with companies in the industries and local communities in which they operate,” shared Joe Salley, Milliken & Company president and CEO. “Strong ethical values and a passion for meaningful innovation unite all Milliken associates worldwide.”

“Milliken’s 150 years demonstrate what few companies can: a sustainable business advantage supported by their values and commitment to ethics and innovation," explained Ethisphere CEO Timothy Erblich. “Milliken recognizes the correlation between ethics and performance and the value this creates for its communities, customers and associates. Congratulations to everyone at Milliken for being recognized as a 2016 World's Most Ethical Company and on your 150-year anniversary.”

Methodology and Scoring

The World's Most Ethical Company assessment is based upon the Ethisphere Institute’s Ethics Quotient™ (EQ) framework developed over years of research and vetted and refined by the expert advice from Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Company Methodology Advisory Panel. The EQ offers a quantitative way to assess a company’s performance in an objective, consistent and standardized way. The information collected provides a comprehensive sampling of definitive criteria of core competencies, rather than all aspects of corporate governance, risk, sustainability, compliance and ethics.

Scores are generated in five key categories: ethics and compliance program (35 percent), corporate citizenship and responsibility (20 percent), culture of ethics (20 percent), governance (15 percent) and leadership, innovation and reputation (10 percent) and provided to all companies that participate in the process.

Honorees

The full list of the 2016 World's Most Ethical Companies can be found at http://worldsmostethicalcompanies.ethisphere.com/honorees/. Best practices and insights from the 2016 honorees will be released in the form of a whitepaper and infographics over the next few months.

About Milliken

For 150 years, Milliken has been innovating with the purpose to explore, discover and create ways to enhance people’s lives. Our community of innovators has developed one of the larger collections of United States patents held by a private U.S. company. With expertise across a breadth of disciplines, including specialty chemical, floor covering and performance materials, we work around the world every day to add true value to people’s lives, improve health and safety, and help make this world more sustainable. For more information, visit http://www.milliken.com.

About the Ethisphere Institute

The Ethisphere® Institute is the global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices that fuel corporate character, marketplace trust and business success. Ethisphere has deep expertise in measuring and defining core ethics standards using data-driven insights that help companies enhance corporate character. Ethisphere honors superior achievement through its World’s Most Ethical Companies® recognition program, provides a community of industry experts with the Business Ethics Leadership Alliance (BELA) and showcases trends and best practices in ethics with the publication of Ethisphere magazine. More information about Ethisphere can be found at: http://ethisphere.com.

AFA 9th Triennial Flock School – 2016.

Join with other industry members on the beautiful University of Massachusetts campus, August 3-5, 2016, for the 9th triennial American Flock Association FLOCK SCHOOL. The entire flocking process will be covered from choice of flock, substrate, and adhesive to coating and application techniques, as well as drying, curing, and post treatments. Break out sessions will address specific needs of the attendees.

Federal Business Opportunities through March 9, 2016

Recently posted federal business opportunities.
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Personnel Protective Equipment
Sol. #:            W912CM-16-T-0019
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command, ECC
Location:          409th CSB (W912CM) RCO Wiesbaden
Posted On:         Mar 09, 2016 3:50 am
Current Type:      Presolicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 16, 2016 7:42 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             FIRE CONTAINMENT COVERS
Sol. #:            N0024416T0054
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego
Posted On:         Mar 08, 2016 5:03 pm
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 24, 2016 11:58 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Parachute Canopies
Sol. #:            38931
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 08, 2016 4:35 pm
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Jan 26, 2016 2:05 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Rank Insignia Dress Pin
Sol. #:            W911SD-16-T-0138
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command, MICC
Location:          MICC - West Point
Posted On:         Mar 08, 2016 4:14 pm
Base Type:         Sources Sought
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Clothing Apparel
Sol. #:            D-16-OI-0008
Agency:            Department of Justice
Office:            Drug Enforcement Administration
Location:          Office of Acquisition Management
Posted On:         Mar 08, 2016 3:34 pm
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 18, 2016 1:51 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             INSIGNIA,GRADE,ENLISTE
Sol. #:            SPE1C116Q0183
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 08, 2016 2:09 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Polyester/Sjpandex Fabric, Black - Berry Amendment
Sol. #:            CT2203-16
Agency:            Department of Justice
Office:            Federal Prison Industries/UNICOR
Location:          Contracting Office/Manchester
Posted On:         Mar 08, 2016 12:46 pm
Base Type:         Award Notice
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Fence Screen
Sol. #:            W91WRZ-16-Q-0007
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command, ECC
Location:          410th CSB (W91WRZ) RCO GTMO
Posted On:         Mar 08, 2016 11:04 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 24, 2016 3:17 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Radioactive Contaminant Protective Glove Inserts
Sol. #:            SPE1C116R0073
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Mar 08, 2016 10:48 am
Base Type:         Presolicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             KC Replacement covers    
Sol. #:            VA25516Q0225
Agency:            Department of Veterans Affairs
Office:            VA Heartland Network
Location:          Department of Veterans Affairs Heartland Network
Posted On:         Mar 08, 2016 9:55 am
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 03, 2016 3:09 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             R&R Marketing Items
Sol. #:            W912LQ-16-T-0032
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            National Guard Bureau
Location:          USPFO for Virginia
Posted On:         Mar 08, 2016 9:48 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 04, 2016 5:13 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             OPTION - Rain Coats
Sol. #:            W911SD-16-T-0126
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 08, 2016 8:17 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 03, 2016 1:27 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             BADGE,QUALIFICATION
Sol. #:            SPE1C116Q0180
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 08, 2016 8:09 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             INSIGNIA,GRADE,ENLISTED
Sol. #:            SPE1C116Q0124
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 08, 2016 8:07 am
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 19, 2016 6:45 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             INSIGNIA,RANK,OFFIC
Sol. #:            SPE1C116Q0178
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 08, 2016 8:04 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             RIBBON ATTACHMENT,A
Sol. #:            SPE1C116Q0179
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 08, 2016 8:04 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             OPTION - Skull Cap Knit
Sol. #:            W911SD-16-T-0053-0001
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 08, 2016 7:08 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 09, 2016 11:44 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             PROXIMITY SUITES
Sol. #:            N68836-16-T-0118
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Jacksonville
Posted On:         Mar 08, 2016 6:13 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 02, 2016 11:16 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             CLOTH,IMPREGNATED
Sol. #:            SPE4A716TB378
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Aviation - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 07, 2016 10:10 pm
Base Type:         Award Notice
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Market Research NWU
Sol. #:            SPE1C116RTBD1
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Mar 07, 2016 4:07 pm
Base Type:         Special Notice
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Three (3) SA-62/S binocular with XLS displays and semi-transparent visor assembly capable of mounting to a HGU-56P ANVIS dual visor assembly
Sol. #:            W911QX-16-T-0118
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command
Location:          ACC - APG (W911QX) Adelphi 
Posted On:         Mar 07, 2016 3:51 pm
Base Type:         Sources Sought
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Advanced Combat Helmet Generation II (ACH GEN II)
Sol. #:            W91CRB-16-R-0004
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command
Location:          ACC - APG (W91CRB ) Division D
Posted On:         Mar 07, 2016 12:50 pm
Current Type:      Presolicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Nov 24, 2015 2:09 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Presidential Seal BPA 
Sol. #:            BPA-PresSeal-Combo
Agency:            Department of the Air Force
Office:            Direct Reporting Unit - Air Force District of Washington
Location:          11th CONS
Posted On:         Mar 07, 2016 12:44 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 25, 2016 4:16 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             DRIFIRE JERSEY/PANTS
Sol. #:            N00244-16-T-0062_01
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego
Posted On:         Mar 07, 2016 11:30 am
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 02, 2016 4:20 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Police Officer Uniforms
Sol. #:            BEP-RFQ-16-0760
Agency:            Department of the Treasury
Office:            Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP)
Location:          Office of Acquisition
Posted On:         Mar 07, 2016 9:08 am
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 08, 2016 2:58 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             BAG,DUFFEL
Sol. #:            SPE2DS16T3155
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Medical - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 06, 2016 2:07 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             R&R Marketing Items
Sol. #:            W912LQ-16-T-0032
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            National Guard Bureau
Location:          USPFO for Virginia
Posted On:         Mar 04, 2016 5:13 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             GLOVES,DISPOSABLE
Sol. #:            SPE3S116T0001
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Subsistence - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 03, 2016 7:01 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             FLAG,NATIONAL
Sol. #:            SPE1C116T0725
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 03, 2016 6:40 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             DRASH Tent Parts and BII
Sol. #:            W911RX-16-Q-0067
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 03, 2016 4:22 pm
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 22, 2016 9:32 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             FIRE FIGHTING GARMENT
Sol. #:            F3Q2AD6021A001
Agency:            Department of the Air Force
Office:            Air Force Materiel Command
Location:          PK/PZ - Robins AFB
Posted On:         Mar 03, 2016 2:58 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Commercial Item, Ticking Fabric, Cotton Twill, White/Blue, 7 Oz, 43"W
Sol. #:            CT2205-16
Agency:            Department of Justice
Office:            Federal Prison Industries/UNICOR
Location:          Procurement Branch
Posted On:         Mar 03, 2016 2:41 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             OPTION - Rain Coats
Sol. #:            W911SD-16-T-0126
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Mar 03, 2016 1:27 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             CANVASS AND BATTEN BARS
Sol. #:            N0040616T0188
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Puget Sound
Posted On:         Mar 03, 2016 1:15 pm
Base Type:         Award Notice
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Safety Footware for Uniformed Staff- FCI Berlin
Sol. #:            RFQP02181600006
Agency:            Department of Justice
Office:            Bureau of Prisons
Location:          FCI Berlin
Posted On:         Mar 03, 2016 1:15 pm
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 11, 2016 1:26 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Pew Cushions
Sol. #:            F2MRAR6011AW01
Agency:            Department of the Air Force
Office:            Air Education and Training Command
Location:          Fort Sam Houston, 502d Contracting Squadron
Posted On:         Mar 03, 2016 12:34 pm
Base Type:         Sources Sought
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Bootwall, Green, Modular Command Post
Sol. #:            Bootwall-8340-01-364-4496
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Mar 03, 2016 10:09 am
Base Type:         Presolicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             DECORATION SET,INDI
Sol. #:            SPE1C115Q0522
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 03, 2016 8:06 am
Base Type:         Award Notice
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             PROXIMITY SUITES
Sol. #:            N68836-16-T-0118
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Jacksonville
Posted On:         Mar 03, 2016 6:41 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 02, 2016 11:16 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             INSIGNIA,BRANCH OF
Sol. #:            SPE1C116Q0168
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 03, 2016 6:23 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             INSIGNIA,BRANCH OF
Sol. #:            SPE1C116Q0172
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 03, 2016 6:23 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             SERVICE RIBBON,AWARD
Sol. #:            SPE1C116Q0173
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 03, 2016 6:17 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             DECORATION SET,INDI
Sol. #:            SPE1C116Q0167
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 03, 2016 6:17 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             INSIGNIA,BRANCH OF
Sol. #:            SPE1C115Q0440
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 03, 2016 6:07 am
Base Type:         Award Notice
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             MEDAL SET,SERVICE
Sol. #:            SPE1C115Q0475
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 03, 2016 6:05 am
Base Type:         Award Notice
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             INSIGNIA,BRANCH OFFICER
Sol. #:            SPE1C115Q0474
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 03, 2016 6:05 am
Base Type:         Award Notice
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             DRIFIRE JERSEY/PANTS
Sol. #:            N00244-16-T-0062
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego
Posted On:         Mar 02, 2016 4:20 pm
Current Type:      Presolicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Mar 02, 2016 12:20 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             DRIFIRE JERSEY/PANTS
Sol. #:            N00244-16-T-0062_01
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego
Posted On:         Mar 02, 2016 4:20 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             FIRE CONTAINMENT COVERS
Sol. #:            N0024416T0054
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego
Posted On:         Mar 02, 2016 2:13 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 24, 2016 11:58 am
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Disposable Gloves
Sol. #:            N00253-16-T-0109
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Sea Systems Command
Location:          NUWC Keyport Division
Posted On:         Mar 02, 2016 12:56 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Jan 21, 2016 1:46 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Presidential Seal BPA 
Sol. #:            BPA-PresSeal-Combo
Agency:            Department of the Air Force
Office:            Direct Reporting Unit - Air Force District of Washington
Location:          11th CONS
Posted On:         Mar 02, 2016 11:56 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 25, 2016 4:16 pm
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             INSIGNIA,GRADE,ENLI
Sol. #:            SPE1C116T0145
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 02, 2016 11:39 am
Base Type:         Award Notice
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             PROXIMITY SUITES
Sol. #:            N68836-16-T-0118
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Jacksonville
Posted On:         Mar 02, 2016 11:16 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             DECORATION SET,INDI
Sol. #:            SPE1C116Q0163
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 02, 2016 10:32 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             INSIGNIA, DISTINGUISHI
Sol. #:            SPE1C116Q0160
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Mar 02, 2016 10:27 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
-------------------------------------------------------
Title:             Corcoran Mens Leather Feild Boots Style 1525
Sol. #:            F1D0265320GW01
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk
Posted On:         Mar 02, 2016 8:08 am
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Jan 28, 2016 10:35 am
-------------------------------------------------------

Clients of Agathon Associates and subscribers to Agathon Associates' Trade Advisor Service can find links to the full solicitations at www.agathonassociates.com/textile-pri/berry/fbo.htm. You will need to enter your username and password. If you do not know your username and password email David Trumbull at david@agathonassociates.com.