Wednesday, November 30, 2016

Customs Brokers User Fee Payment for 2017

U.S. Customs and Border Protection has given notice to customs brokers that the annual user fee of $138 that is assessed for each permit held by a broker, whether it may be an individual, partnership, association, or corporation, is due by February 3, 2017.

Introducing American Woolen Company's Ayer Collection of Luxury Fabrics.

American Woolen’s Ayer collection is a testament to timeless refinement. Containing the best in fine worsteds and luxurious woolens, the collection includes cashmere, camel hair and extra-fine merino fabrics. The noblest of natural fibers give the fabrics both a soft hand and a lasting durability. American Woolen’s master artisans refine the fabric to achieve the optimum level of luxury.

CAMEL HAIR -- Luxurious Camel Hair, the sustainable specialty fiber from the Mongolian Steppe, has been appreciated for its many exceptional properties, among them warmth, long lasting wear, softness & moisture management. They offer three fabrications: Style 5003 jacketing weight and Styles 1069 & 3069 coating weight with different finishes.

CASHMERE -- The specialty fiber, Cashmere, has been long valued for its warmth and softness. They offer a range of 100% cashmere qualities, both worsted & woolen spun fabrications. These include: Style 5002 jacketing weight including patterns, Styles T5005, T5007/T305007; T5008 jacketing in solids; Styles 1096/T1096 and 1098/T1098 coating weights in top dye and solid piece dyed colors.

More information at www.americanwoolen.com/

CPSC, Health Canada and PROFECO Hosting Trilateral Webinar on Textile Compliance

January 26, 2017, Staff from the U.S. CPSC, Health Canada, and PROFECO are jointly hosting a trilateral webinar to provide industry stakeholders—including manufacturers, importers, and exporters of general clothing, sleepwear, and textile products—with an overview of the relevant product safety requirements in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

Federal Business Opportunities through November 30, 2016

Recently posted federal business opportunities.
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Agency:            General Services Administration
Office:            Federal Acquisition Service (FAS)
Location:          Southwest Supply and Acquisition Center (7QS)
Posted On:         Nov 29, 2016 7:15 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 04, 2016 10:17 am
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Title:             Officer, Mess Dress, and Parade Uniforms
Sol. #:            FA7000-17-R-0009
Agency:            Department of the Air Force
Office:            Direct Reporting Units
Location:          USAF Academy - 10 CONS
Posted On:         Nov 29, 2016 6:19 pm
Base Type:         Sources Sought
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Title:             Chemical Detector Cassettes
Sol. #:            HSCG84-17-Q-PD4003
Agency:            Department of Homeland Security
Office:            United States Coast Guard (USCG)
Location:          USCG SILC BSS (Shore Infrastructure Logistics Center Base Support and Services)
Posted On:         Nov 29, 2016 5:16 pm
Base Type:         Presolicitation
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Title:             PENNANT,SIGNAL
Sol. #:            SPE1C116T1600
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 29, 2016 3:33 pm
Base Type:         Award Notice
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Title:             TENT
Sol. #:            SPE1C117T0448
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 29, 2016 3:17 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Title:             FLAG,INDIVIDUAL
Sol. #:            
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 29, 2016 12:34 pm
Base Type:         Award Notice
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Title:             MULTICAM MASSIF FIRE RESISTANT FLIGHT JACKET
Sol. #:            W912L7-17-Q-1001
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Nov 29, 2016 11:38 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Title:             VEST,SURVIVAL
Sol. #:            SPE1C117Q0078
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 29, 2016 11:02 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Title:             Reflective Belts
Sol. #:            W911SD-17-T-0034
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command, MICC
Location:          MICC - West Point
Posted On:         Nov 29, 2016 10:23 am
Base Type:         Sources Sought
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Title:             Tactical Equipment
Sol. #:            D-17-OI-0006
Agency:            Department of Justice
Office:            Drug Enforcement Administration
Location:          Office of Acquisition Management
Posted On:         Nov 29, 2016 8:35 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Nov 25, 2016 1:10 pm
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Title:             FLAGSTAFF
Sol. #:            SPE1C116Q0370
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 29, 2016 8:33 am
Base Type:         Award Notice
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Title:             FLY,TENT
Sol. #:            
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 28, 2016 11:34 am
Base Type:         Award Notice
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Title:             Total Solutions for Law Enforcement, Security, Facilities Management, Fire, Rescue
Sol. #:            7FCI-L3-030084-B
Agency:            General Services Administration
Office:            Federal Acquisition Service (FAS)
Location:          Southwest Supply and Acquisition Center (7QS)
Posted On:         Nov 28, 2016 11:01 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 04, 2016 10:17 am
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Title:             Name Tapes
Sol. #:            W911SD-17-T-0033
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command, MICC
Location:          MICC - West Point
Posted On:         Nov 28, 2016 10:06 am
Base Type:         Sources Sought
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Title:             Tactical Equipment
Sol. #:            D-17-OI-0006
Agency:            Department of Justice
Office:            Drug Enforcement Administration
Location:          Office of Acquisition Management
Posted On:         Nov 25, 2016 1:10 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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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, November 29, 2016

Duty Suspension Request of Interest to Textile, Apparel, and Footwear Companies

The U.S. International Trade Commission began accepting petitions for duty suspensions and reductions on October 14, 2016. Petitions will be accepted through December 12, 2016. By January 11, 2017, the public comment period will open. Comments will be accepted for 45 calendar days.

As of 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 29, 2016, over 1,000 petitions had been filed Among the petitions are several that may be of interest to Agathon Associates' readers:

Num.PetitionerDescriptionHTSUS-8Chap. 99StatusNotes
86 ANN, INC. Women's polyurethane belt with certain trims 3926.20.90 No Pending
126 Simms Fishing Products LLC Polyester/Nylon woven fabric 5407.72.00 No Pending
129 Simms Fishing Products LLC Neoprene wading socks 6115.96.90 No Withdrawn
130 Simms Fishing Products LLC Neoprene guard socks 6117.80.95 No Withdrawn
132 Simms Fishing Products LLC Structured pocket pouch for fishing waders 6117.90.90 No Withdrawn
151 Yu Shan Company USA Ltd. luggage 4202.12.21 No Pending
152 Casual Home Worldwide luggage 4202.12.21 No Pending
160 Aso LLC Elastic Fabric: 100% Polyester, water-repellent 5407.53.20 No Withdrawn
169 Mount Vernon Mills, Inc. Sulfonated polyethylene terephthalate 3907.60.00 No Pending
172 Mount Vernon Mills, Inc. NBPT 2929.90.50 No Pending
174 American Woolen Company Yarn of combed cashmere or yarn of camel hair 5108.20.80 9902.03.01 Pending
188 ANN, INC. Women's polyurethane belts without trim 3926.20.90 No Pending
197 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Squeaky toys for dogs 6307.90.75 No Pending
213 Simms Fishing Products LLC Removable footwear neoprene cuffs 6406.90.15 No Pending
215 Simms Fishing Products LLC Neoprene stockingfoot for fishing waders 6307.90.98 No Withdrawn
220 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Fully Assembled Pet Beds 6307.90.98 No Pending
221 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Toys for dogs without squeakers. 6307.90.75 No Pending
222 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Plastic pet carriers 4202.99.90 No Pending
223 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Other textile articles for pets nesoi 6307.90.98 No Withdrawn
224 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Toys for pets other than dogs. 6307.90.75 No Pending
226 SUN MOUNTAIN SPORTS, INC. Golf bag flat with or without rain hood and sling 6307.90.98 9902.23.24 Withdrawn
242 Jagger Brothers Certain acrylic fiber 5506.30.00 No Withdrawn Similar to 9902.10.22
243 Jagger Brothers Rayon top 5507.00.00 9902.23.34 Pending
252 School Apparel, Inc. Acrylic Fiber-Dyed Low Pill Knitting Yarn 5509.32.00 No Pending
266 Jagger Brothers acrylic fiber 5506.30.00 No Pending Similar to 9902.10.22
277 W.L. Gore & Associates Leather golf shoes w/ waterproof, breathable soles 6403.19.30 No Pending
278 Simms Fishing Products LLC Men's footwear with felt soles 6405.90.90 No Pending
291 SUN MOUNTAIN SPORTS, INC. Golf bag body with rain hood and sling 6307.90.98 No Pending
293 ANN, INC. Leather handbags valued $25.01-$30.00 each 4202.21.90 No Pending
294 ANN, INC. Leather handbags valued $30.01-$35.00 each 4202.21.90 No Pending
295 ANN, INC. Leather handbags $35.01-$40.00 each 4202.21.90 No Pending
296 ANN, INC. Cotton handbags valued less than $10.00 each 4202.22.45 No Pending
297 ANN, INC. Cotton handbags valued at $10.00 each or higher 4202.22.45 No Pending
303 Sattler Corp Acrylic or modacrylic 5503.30.00 No Withdrawn
312 Sattler Corp Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn (604) 5509.32.00 No Withdrawn
318 ANN, INC. Business card case with outer surface of plastics 4202.32.10 No Pending
322 Georgia-Pacific Nonwovens LLC Bi-Component Staple Fibers 5503.20.00 No Pending
337 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Travel bags & cases 4 pets w/out wheels 4202.92.91 No Pending
338 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Travel bags & cases 4 pets w/ wheels 4202.92.91 No Pending
341 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Pet Crate Mat >76.2cm L >53.4cm W 6307.90.98 No Pending
342 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Pet Crate Mat <78.74cm L <58.42cm W 6307.90.98 No Pending
367 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Pet clothing and costumes 4201.00.60 No Pending
368 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Pet footwear 4201.00.60 No Pending
369 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Hands' free nylon bags for pet walking 4202.92.31 No Pending
370 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Treat pouch for pets 4202.92.31 No Pending
375 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Panels for small household pets, not dogs or cats 6307.90.98 No Pending
388 Pangaea Ltd. dba Feathered Friends Woven fabrics of man-made fiber 5903.20.25 No Withdrawn
390 Pangaea Ltd. dba Feathered Friends Woven fabrics of man-made fiber 5407.42.00 No Withdrawn
397 W.L. Gore and Associates Backpacks w/ PU coating and DWR, valued $46-$98 4202.92.31 No Withdrawn
398 W.L. Gore and Associates backpacks w/PU & DWR 3,000-4,500 vol, $82-$139 4202.92.31 No Withdrawn
399 W.L. Gore and Associates Duffel bags of c nylon w/ backpack straps $35-$61 4202.92.31 No Withdrawn
400 W.L. Gore and Associates Leather gloves w/laminated membrane, $20 or more 4203.21.80 No Withdrawn
401 ANN, INC. Women's leather/composition leather belts, ≥$7 4203.30.00 No Pending
403 W.L. Gore and Associates PU & DWR packs w/ welded rubber 50.2oz > $56 4202.92.31 No Withdrawn
404 W.L. Gore and Associates Rolling bag w/ DWR, 5.8-10.9 lbs, $64-$135 4202.92.31 No Withdrawn
406 Aso LLC 100% Polyester Fabric – Elastic & Water-repellent 5407.53.20 No Pending
407 W.L. Gore and Associates Bags other than backpacks with DWR, valued ≥ $92 4202.92.31 No Withdrawn
414 W.L. Gore and Associates M's leather gloves w/ laminted membraine 4203.29.30 No Withdrawn
423 W.L. Gore and Associates M's leather & poly gloves w/ laminted membraine 4203.29.30 No Withdrawn
434 W.L. Gore and Associates Anatomically fitted glove of poly w/laminated mem 6216.00.08 No Withdrawn
439 Toho Tenax America, Inc. OPF precursor 5501.30.00 No Pending
449 W.L. Gore and Associates Gloves with top-bonded mitt & laminated membrane 4203.21.80 No Withdrawn
486 Simms Fishing Products LLC Neoprene wading socks 6115.96.90 Pending
491 Milliken & Company Flame Retardant Rayon fiber 5504.10.00 No Pending
492 Milliken & Company Anti-Fungal Flame Retardant Rayon fiber 5504.10.00 No Pending
493 Milliken & Company Woven fabrics of certain sythetic fibers 5512.99.00 No Pending
494 Milliken & Company 4-propyl benzaldehyde (NPBAL) 2912.29.60 9902.40.37 Pending
495 Milliken & Company Himic Anhydride 2917.20.00 No Pending
496 Milliken & Company Allyl Bromide 2903.39.20 No Pending
497 Milliken & Company Toluidines 2921.43.90 No Pending
498 Milliken & Company Toluidines 2921.43.40 No Pending
499 Milliken & Company leucoquinizarin 2907.29.90 No Pending
500 Milliken & Company NA-11 2934.99.39 No Pending
501 Milliken & Company Benzaldehyde-2-sulfonic acid sodium salt 2913.00.50 No Pending
502 Milliken & Company 2-amino 4-methyl benzothiazole 2934.20.80 No Pending
503 Milliken & Company Cocoamine 2915.90.10 No Pending
505 Milliken & Company nitrosyl sulfuric acid 2811.19.60 No Pending
506 Milliken & Company para toluine sulfonic acid 2904.10.32 No Pending
513 Pangaea Ltd. dba Feathered Friends Woven fabrics of man-made fiber 5903.20.25 No Pending
524 Milliken & Company Silver Sodium Zirconium Hydrogenphosphate 3808.99.70 No Pending
572 Sterling Fibers Inc Acrylic Fiber Tow 5501.30.00 No Pending
579 The Burton Corporation Snowboard boots w/uppers of textile, val.>$12/pair 6404.11.90 Pending
599 Suominen US Holding, Inc. Cellulosic man-made lyocell staple fiber 5504.90.00 Pending
624 W.L. Gore and Associates e-PTFE sheets 3.1mm ≤ 6.00mm for sealants 3921.19.00 No Pending
633 Glen Raven, Inc. Acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers, not processed 5503.30.00 9902.40.04 Pending
636 Glen Raven Inc. Synthetic staple fibers not processed or pigmented 5503.30.00 9902.40.09 Pending
637 Glen Raven Inc. Synthetic Staple Fibers Not Processed for Spinning 5503.30.00 9902.40.16 Pending
639 Glen Raven Inc. Acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers not processed 5503.30.00 No Pending Subset of 9902.40.10
641 Glen Raven Inc. Acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers not processed 5503.30.00 No Pending Subset of 9902.40.10
642 Glen Raven Inc. Acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers not processed 5503.30.00 No Pending Subset of 9902.40.10
643 Glen Raven Inc. Acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers not processed 5503.30.00 No Pending Subset of 9902.40.17
644 Glen Raven Inc. Acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers not processed 5503.30.00 No Pending Subset of 9902.40.17
645 Glen Raven Inc. Acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers not processed 5503.30.00 No Pending Subset of 9902.40.17
649 National Spinning Company Modacrylic staple fibers not processed 5503.30.00 9902.40.03 Pending
651 National Spinning Company Modacrylic staple fibers not processed 5503.30.00 No Pending Similar to 9902.40.05
653 National Spinning Company Acrylic staple fibers not processed 5503.30.00 9902.40.08 Pending
658 National Spinning Company Acrylic staple fibers not processed 5503.30.00 No Pending Similar to 9902.40.11
661 National Spinning Company Acrylic or modacrylic synthetic filament tow 5501.30.00 9902.40.13 Pending
664 National Spinning Company Acrylic Synthetic Filament Tow 5501.30.00 9902.40.14 Pending
666 National Spinning Company Acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers processed 5506.30.00 9902.10.22 Pending
667 Mogul South Carolina Nonwovens Corporation Viscose rayon staple fiber 5504.10.00 No Withdrawn
669 Sattler Corp Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn(604) 5509.32.00 No Withdrawn
674 W.L. Gore and Associates Strips of 100% ePTFE sealant 3mm<30mm 3916.90.50 No Pending
699 Sattler Corp fabric other 5512.29.00 No Withdrawn
708 ICF Mercantile single yarn of viscose rayon 5403.31.00 9902.26.12 Pending
709 ICF Mercantile twisted yarn of viscose rayon 5403.32.00 9902.54.04 Pending
721 Georgia-Pacific Nonwovens LLC Polyethylene and Polypropylene Staple Fibers 5503.90.90 No Pending
722 Georgia-Pacific Nonwovens LLC PE and PET Staple Fibers 5503.90.90 No Pending
723 David Rothschild Co., Inc. shuttleless power weaving looms to weave fabrics 8446.30.50 No Pending
724 Ann, Inc. """Lthr ftwr 4 women ≥$20/pair """ 6403.99.90 No Pending
742 VF Outdoor LLC. Textile upper snowboarding boots 6404.11.90 9902.64.04 Pending
746 ANN, INC. Ftwr 4 W, 90% ext surf rubber/plas, ≥$15 6402.99.31 No Pending
747 ANN, INC. """Lthr ftwr 4 women ≥$35/pair """ 6403.59.90 No Pending
760 ANN, INC. """Ftwr 4 W, textile uppers, ≥$15/pair """ 6404.19.37 No Pending
763 ANN, INC. """Ftwr 4 W, textile uppers, $10-14.99 """ 6404.19.37 No Pending
765 ANN, INC. """Nonenumerated lthr ftwr 4 women <$25/pair """ 6405.90.90 No Pending
766 ANN, INC. """Nonenumerated lthr ftwr 4 women ≥$25/pair """ 6405.90.90 No Pending
768 Woolsacks, Incorporated Nylon Wood Pack 6305.39.00 9902.24.12 Pending
769 BGF Industries alumina/silica hydrate fiber 7019.19.30 No Withdrawn
770 Pangaea Ltd. dba Feathered Friends Woven fabrics of man-made fiber 5407.42.00 No Pending
771 BGF Industries alumina/silica fiber 7019.19.90 No Withdrawn
774 BGF Inudstries alumina/silica fiber 7019.19.30 No Pending
776 BGF Industries alumina/silica fiber 7019.19.90 No Pending
783 THE COLEMAN COMPANY, INC Tents w/ floor & integrated LEDs 6306.22.90 No Withdrawn
783 THE COLEMAN COMPANY, INC Tents w/ floor & integrated LEDs 6306.22.90 No Withdrawn
784 THE COLEMAN COMPANY, INC Tents w/ automatic window roller 6306.22.90 No Withdrawn
784 THE COLEMAN COMPANY, INC Tents w/ automatic window roller 6306.22.90 No Withdrawn
785 THE COLEMAN COMPANY, INC Tents w/ hinged door 6306.22.90 No Withdrawn
785 THE COLEMAN COMPANY, INC Tents w/ hinged door 6306.22.90 No Withdrawn
786 THE COLEMAN COMPANY, INC Tents w/out a detachable rain fly 6306.22.90 No Withdrawn
786 THE COLEMAN COMPANY, INC Tents w/out a detachable rain fly 6306.22.90 No Withdrawn
798 ICF Mercantile High tenacity rayon yarn 5403.10.30 9902.05.07 Pending
802 ICF Mercantile High tenacity rayon yarn 5403.10.30 No Pending
804 ICF Mercantile High tenacity rayon yarn 5403.10.60 9902.03.06 Pending
882 W.L. Gore and Associates Backpacks w/ PU & DWR, 0.0196 - 0.0327 m3, $46-$98 4202.92.31 No Pending
884 W.L. Gore and Associates Backpacks w/PU & DWR, 0.049 - 0.073 m3, $82-$139 4202.92.31 No Pending
885 W.L. Gore and Associates Nylon duffel bags w/ backpack straps $35-$61 4202.92.31 No Pending
888 W.L. Gore and Associates PU & DWR backpacks w/ rubber btm, 1.2-1.7kg, > $56 4202.92.31 No Pending
889 W.L. Gore and Associates Rolling travel bag w/ DWR, 2-5kg, $64-$135 4202.92.31 No Pending
890 W.L. Gore and Associates Bags other than backpacks with DWR, >$92 4202.92.31 No Pending
901 SR Yarns LP Acrylic Synthetic Filament Tow 5501.30.00 No Pending
904 SR yarns LP Acrylic or modacrylic staple finers processed 5506.30.00 9902.10.22 Pending
916 SR Yarns LP Acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers processed 5506.30.00 9902.10.22 Pending
947 THE COLEMAN COMPANY, INC Six sided tent shelter w/ or w/out screen walls 6306.22.90 No Pending
950 THE COLEMAN COMPANY, INC Tents w/ automatic window roller 6306.22.90 No Pending
954 THE COLEMAN COMPANY, INC Tents w/ hinged door 6306.22.90 No Pending
956 THE COLEMAN COMPANY, INC Tents w/out a detachable rain fly 6306.22.90 No Pending
957 THE COLEMAN COMPANY, INC Tent Shelter w/out floors & LED lights 6307.90.98 No Pending
967 Sattler Corp Acryl or modacryl staple fiber not processed 5503.30.00 No Pending
969 Sattler Corp Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn (604) 5509.32.00 No Withdrawn
1002 American Fiber & Finishing, Inc. 100% Cotton Crimped Woven Gauze Rolls 5208.11.40 No Pending
1015 Sattler Corp Fabric Other. solution dyed acrylic fabric. 5512.29.00 No Pending
1032 American Woolen Company Cashmere, not carded or combed 5102.11.90 9902.22.77 Pending
1033 American Woolen Company Camel hair, not carded or combed 5102.19.20 9902.12.24 Pending
1036 American Woolen Company Yarn of carded cashmere, =>19.35 metric count 5108.10.80 9902.03.02 Pending
1038 American Woolen Company Yarn of carded cashmere, < 19.35 count 5108.10.80 9902.40.85 Pending
1039 W.L. Gore and Associates Torso bags with DWR valued $20 or over 4202.92.91 No Pending
1041 American Woolen Company Yarn of carded camel hair 5108.10.80 9902.40.86 Pending
1043 W.L. Gore and Associates Insulated handmuffs with belt 6117.80.95 No Pending
1044 American Woolen Company Noils of camel hair 5103.10.00 9902.12.25 Pending
1045 American Woolen Company Camel hair 5102.19.90 9902.12.20 Pending
1046 American Woolen Company Cashmere, carded or combed 5105.31.00 No Pending
1047 Beaver Manufacturing Co., Inc. Multifilament Viscose Rayon 5403.10.30 9902.05.07 Pending
1049 3M Company Polycrystalline Fibers 6806.10.00 9902.25.72 Pending
1050 American Woolen Company Camel hair, carded or combed. 5105.39.00 9902.12.22 Pending

Monday, November 28, 2016

Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement

The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements ("CITA") has determined that certain 100% rayon twill challis fabric, as specified below, is not available in commercial quantities in a timely manner in the territory of either the United States or Colombia. The product will be added to the list in Annex 3-B of the U.S.-Colombia TPA in unrestricted quantities.

Specifications: Certain 100% Rayon Twill Challis Fabric

HTSUS: 5516.12.0020; 5516.13.0000; 5516.14.0025; 5516.14.0030

Fabric Type: Twill Challis

Fiber Content: 100% Rayon

Yarn Size: Weft 27-33 denier x Warp 27-33 denier/ 97.2-118.8 warp ends x 61.2-74.8 weft filling yarns per square inch (English) 627-767 warp ends x 394-483 weft filling yarns per square centimeter (metric)

* range represents a 10% tolerance.

Weave Type: Twill

Weight: 152 to 168 grams per square meter--this is the equivalent of 5% tolerance of 160 grams per square meter used in due diligence

Width: 55 in to 56 in (English) 139.7 to 142.24 centimeters (metric)

Coloration Process: Various (including bleaching, piece dyed, yarn dyed, and/or printed)

Finishing Process: Various

Ranges: Ranges in these specifications reflect a tolerance from the target figures of up to five % (equal to range of 152-168 grams per square meter) for fabric weight. Yarn size is a tolerance of ten % (equal to range of 627-767 warp ends x 394-483 weft filling yarns per square centimeter).

Friday, November 25, 2016

AATCC 2017-2018 Association Leadership Announced

November 9, 2016, the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists ("AATCC") held its Annual Meeting on November 2, 2016 at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel, Research Triangle Park, NC, USA. The results of the ballot for AATCC elective offices for 2017-2018 were announced by Executive Vice President John Y. Daniels.

Kerry M. King from Spoonflower was elected President-Elect. The following were elected to a two-year term as regional board members: Debra F. Chronicle, SGS, New England Region; Martha Carper, University of Delaware, Central Atlantic Region; John Crocker, SDL Atlas, Midsouth Region; Harrie Schoots, Ascend Performance Materials, Southern Region; Ken A. Kaiser, Standard Textile Co., Western Region; and A.N. Desai, Southeast Asia Region. President Johnson then presented the AATCC President's Pin to Rembert (Bert) J. Truesdale, III, current President-Elect, who will transition to President beginning January 1, 2017, for a twoyear term.

Other members of the Board of Directors beginning in 2017 are: Sandra L. Johnson, Immediate Past President; Warren S. Perkins, Treasurer; Angela Massengill, Chair, Executive Committee on Research; Jiping Wang, Chair, Publications Committee; Carol Revels, Chair, Education Advisory Board; Louann Spirito, Chair, C2C Interest Group; John Darsey, C2C At-Large Member; R. Michael Tyndall, Chair, Chemical Applications Interest Group; William (Buddy) Garrett, Chemical Applications At-Large Member; Robina Hogan, Chair, Materials Interest Group; Fred L. Cook, Materials At-Large Member; and John Y. Daniels, Executive Vice President.

About AATCC: AATCC, the Association of Textile, Apparel & Materials Professionals, is the world’s leading not-for-profit association serving textile professionals since 1921. AATCC, headquartered in Research Triangle Park, NC, USA, provides test method development, quality control materials, and professional networking for members in about 50 countries throughout the world.

Wednesday, November 23, 2016

Federal Business Opportunities through November 23, 2016

Recently posted federal business opportunities.
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Title:             FLAGSTAFF HEAD
Sol. #:            SPE1C117T0411
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 22, 2016 6:19 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Title:             PLASTIC TARPAULIN
Sol. #:            SPMYM217Q0355
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          DLA Maritime PSNS
Posted On:         Nov 22, 2016 4:20 pm
Base Type:         Presolicitation
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Title:             DC National Guard ASU purchase
Sol. #:            RoaneACUNov2016
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Nov 22, 2016 4:00 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Title:             Pre-solicitation for Coat/Trouser, Afghan National Police and Afghan National Army
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-16-R-0158
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Nov 22, 2016 4:00 pm
Current Type:      Presolicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Aug 08, 2016 4:43 pm
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Title:             USMC KNEE AND ELBOW PAD RFI
Sol. #:            M67854-17-I-1207
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            United States Marine Corps
Location:          MARCORSYSCOM
Posted On:         Nov 22, 2016 2:54 pm
Base Type:         Sources Sought
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Title:             Black Wool Mufflers
Sol. #:            W911SD-17-T-0032
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command, MICC
Location:          MICC - West Point
Posted On:         Nov 22, 2016 2:26 pm
Base Type:         Sources Sought
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Title:             Proximity Suits and Flash Hoods
Sol. #:            N00244-17-T-0020
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego
Posted On:         Nov 22, 2016 12:28 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Nov 21, 2016 6:09 pm
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Title:             Arc Flash Uniform White Shirts
Sol. #:            WHS11222016LMT
Agency:            Other Defense Agencies
Office:            Washington Headquarters Services
Location:          WHS, Acquisition Directorate
Posted On:         Nov 22, 2016 12:15 pm
Base Type:         Special Notice
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Title:             Wasit & Breast Plate Buckles
Sol. #:            W911SD-17-T-0035
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command, MICC
Location:          MICC - West Point
Posted On:         Nov 22, 2016 12:09 pm
Base Type:         Sources Sought
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Title:             PIN,TENT, 12" RED
Sol. #:            
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 22, 2016 11:32 am
Base Type:         Award Notice
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Title:             Combination Caps
Sol. #:            HSCG23-16-R-PUD692
Agency:            Department of Homeland Security
Office:            United States Coast Guard (USCG)
Location:          Commandant (CG-912), U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters
Posted On:         Nov 22, 2016 10:17 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Nov 16, 2016 10:05 am
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Title:             Fastener, Snap
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-17-R-00XX
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Nov 22, 2016 8:19 am
Base Type:         Sources Sought
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Title:             Total Solutions for Law Enforcement, Security, Facilities Management, Fire, Rescue
Sol. #:            7FCI-L3-030084-B
Agency:            General Services Administration
Office:            Federal Acquisition Service (FAS)
Location:          Southwest Supply and Acquisition Center (7QS)
Posted On:         Nov 22, 2016 7:45 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 04, 2016 10:17 am
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Title:             Proximity Suits and Flash Hoods
Sol. #:            N00244-17-T-0020
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego
Posted On:         Nov 21, 2016 6:09 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Title:             HEAVY DUTY WELDERS' GLOVES
Sol. #:            SPMYM2-17-Q-GLOVE
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Land and Maritime
Posted On:         Nov 21, 2016 4:22 pm
Base Type:         Sources Sought
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Title:             TENT
Sol. #:            SPE1C117T0403
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 21, 2016 1:52 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Title:             Shoe Mobile
Sol. #:            SP330017Q0007
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Distribution
Posted On:         Nov 21, 2016 12:26 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Title:             Curfflinks
Sol. #:            W911SD-17-T-0031
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command, MICC
Location:          MICC - West Point
Posted On:         Nov 21, 2016 12:09 pm
Base Type:         Sources Sought
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Title:             Mapboard, Modular Command Post
Sol. #:            013276124
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Nov 21, 2016 11:08 am
Base Type:         Presolicitation
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Title:             Promotional Items
Sol. #:            0010940693
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Nov 21, 2016 10:15 am
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Nov 18, 2016 5:22 pm
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Title:             Gaiter, Neck
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-17-R-0018
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Nov 21, 2016 7:08 am
Current Type:      Presolicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Nov 17, 2016 11:41 am
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Title:             TENT,MX SHELTER, TAN,
Sol. #:            SPE1C117T0399
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 20, 2016 11:21 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Title:             BUTTON,INSIGNIA
Sol. #:            SPE1C117T0398
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 20, 2016 11:14 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Title:             COVERALLS
Sol. #:            SPMYM217Q0340
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Supply Systems Command
Location:          DLA Maritime PSNS
Posted On:         Nov 18, 2016 5:33 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Title:             Promotional Items
Sol. #:            0010940693
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Nov 18, 2016 5:22 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Title:             Market-Research-Army-Snow-Camo-Parkas
Sol. #:            Market-Research-Army-Snow-Camo-Parkas
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Nov 18, 2016 3:08 pm
Base Type:         Presolicitation
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Title:             SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT AND NOTICE OF PRE-SOLICITATION CONFERENCE FOR NAVAL SECURITY FORCES VESTS (NSFVs)
Sol. #:            N61331-16-CH-0004
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Sea Systems Command
Location:          NSWC Panama City Divison
Posted On:         Nov 18, 2016 3:05 pm
Current Type:      Sources Sought (Modified)
Base Type:         Sources Sought
Base Posting Date: Oct 14, 2016 11:00 am
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Title:             Army Snow Camo Trousers
Sol. #:            Market-Research-Army-Snow-Camo
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Nov 18, 2016 2:54 pm
Base Type:         Presolicitation
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Title:             Clothing, Special Purpose
Sol. #:            SPRDL116R0032
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Defense Logistics Agency Detachment
Location:          DLA TACOM - Warren Acquisition Center
Posted On:         Nov 18, 2016 2:15 pm
Base Type:         Award Notice
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Title:             COVER,TENT FRAME
Sol. #:            
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 18, 2016 1:35 pm
Base Type:         Award Notice
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Title:             FRAME ASSEMBLY
Sol. #:            
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 18, 2016 1:35 pm
Base Type:         Award Notice
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Title:             MITTENS, TRIGGER FINGER
Sol. #:            SPE1C11X0002
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Nov 18, 2016 10:45 am
Base Type:         Presolicitation
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Title:             FASTENER TAPE,PILE
Sol. #:            SPE1C116T2189
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 18, 2016 6:35 am
Base Type:         Award Notice
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Title:             TENT,MX SHELTER, TAN,
Sol. #:            SPE1C117T0389
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 17, 2016 8:42 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Title:             CLOTH,IMPREGNATED
Sol. #:            SPE1C116T1897
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 17, 2016 7:06 pm
Base Type:         Award Notice
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Title:             Total Solutions for Law Enforcement, Security, Facilities Management, Fire, Rescue
Sol. #:            7FCI-L3-030084-B
Agency:            General Services Administration
Office:            Federal Acquisition Service (FAS)
Location:          Southwest Supply and Acquisition Center (7QS)
Posted On:         Nov 17, 2016 3:45 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Feb 04, 2016 10:17 am
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Title:             Personnel protective equipment
Sol. #:            N62793-16-R-A100
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Sea Systems Command
Location:          SUPSHIP Newport News
Posted On:         Nov 17, 2016 1:52 pm
Current Type:      Award
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Sep 29, 2016 9:37 am
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Title:             TENT, TEMPER AIR SUPPO
Sol. #:            SPE1C117T0373
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 17, 2016 12:33 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Title:             TENT
Sol. #:            SPE1C117T0374
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 17, 2016 12:33 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Title:             FOOT MEASURING DEVICE, MEN'S BRANNOCK 
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-17-Q-0065
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Nov 17, 2016 12:29 pm
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Title:             DJFSWATOPS2
Sol. #:            DJFSWATOPS2
Agency:            Department of Justice
Office:            Federal Bureau of Investigation
Location:          Procurement Section
Posted On:         Nov 17, 2016 12:27 pm
Base Type:         Sources Sought
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Title:             Gaiter, Neck
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-17-R-0018
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Nov 17, 2016 11:41 am
Base Type:         Presolicitation
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Title:             APECS Parka(s) MARPAT Woodland and Air Force Tiger Stripe
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-17-R-0041
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Contracting Services Office - Philadelphia
Posted On:         Nov 17, 2016 9:36 am
Current Type:      Presolicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Nov 17, 2016 9:25 am
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Title:             NWU Parka(s) Type I, Type II, Type III 
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-17-R-0040
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Contracting Services Office - Philadelphia
Posted On:         Nov 17, 2016 9:33 am
Current Type:      Presolicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Nov 17, 2016 9:05 am
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Title:             NWU Parka(s) Digital, Type II, Type III & APECS Parka(s) MARPAT Woodland, Air Force Tiger Stripe 
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-16-R-0103
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Contracting Services Office - Philadelphia
Posted On:         Nov 17, 2016 8:42 am
Current Type:      Presolicitation / Cancelled
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: May 05, 2016 10:28 am
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Title:             US Army Jungle Combat Boot, Directed Requirement
Sol. #:            W911QY-17-SYN2-JCBDR
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command
Location:          ACC - APG (W911QY) Natick (SPS)
Posted On:         Nov 16, 2016 10:34 pm
Base Type:         Special Notice
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Title:             US Army Jungle Combat Boot, Directed Requirement
Sol. #:            W911QY-17-SYN-JCBDR
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            Army Contracting Command
Location:          ACC - APG (W911QY) Natick (SPS)
Posted On:         Nov 16, 2016 10:28 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation / Cancelled
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Nov 16, 2016 8:49 pm
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Title:             ANTI-STATIC GLOVES
Sol. #:            W44W9M360600PC
Agency:            Department of the Army
Office:            FedBid
Location:          FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only
Posted On:         Nov 16, 2016 4:22 pm
Current Type:      Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Base Posting Date: Nov 16, 2016 12:17 pm
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Title:             Maritime Security Helmets
Sol. #:            N61331-17-R-0002
Agency:            Department of the Navy
Office:            Naval Sea Systems Command
Location:          NSWC Panama City Divison
Posted On:         Nov 16, 2016 3:54 pm
Current Type:      Solicitation (Modified)
Base Type:         Presolicitation
Base Posting Date: Sep 26, 2016 4:30 pm
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Title:             JUMPER,MAN'S
Sol. #:            
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 16, 2016 3:36 pm
Base Type:         Award Notice
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Title:             Trousers, Men's, Air Force, Shade 1620
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-17-R-0031
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Nov 16, 2016 2:58 pm
Base Type:         Presolicitation
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Title:             Cloth, Poly/Wool, Serge, Air Force, Blue, Shade 1620
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-17-R-0030
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Nov 16, 2016 2:54 pm
Base Type:         Presolicitation
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Title:             WALL ASSEMBLY,PLAIN
Sol. #:            
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 16, 2016 2:07 pm
Base Type:         Award Notice
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Title:             FLY,TENT
Sol. #:            SPE1C117T0368
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM
Posted On:         Nov 16, 2016 11:15 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Title:             ANTI-G VEST, 17/P
Sol. #:            SPE1C1-17-R-0039
Agency:            Defense Logistics Agency
Office:            DLA Acquisition Locations
Location:          DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles
Posted On:         Nov 16, 2016 11:13 am
Base Type:         Presolicitation
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Title:             Metal Fasteners - Berry Compliant
Sol. #:            CT2221-17
Agency:            Department of Justice
Office:            Federal Prison Industries/UNICOR
Location:          Contracting Office/Manchester
Posted On:         Nov 16, 2016 10:10 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Title:             Combination Caps
Sol. #:            HSCG23-16-R-PUD692
Agency:            Department of Homeland Security
Office:            United States Coast Guard (USCG)
Location:          Commandant (CG-912), U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters
Posted On:         Nov 16, 2016 10:05 am
Base Type:         Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Tuesday, November 22, 2016

Duty Suspension Request of Interest to Textile, Apparel, and Footwear Companies

The U.S. International Trade Commission began accepting petitions for duty suspensions and reductions on October 14, 2016. Petitions will be accepted through December 12, 2016. By January 11, 2017, the public comment period will open. Comments will be accepted for 45 calendar days.

As of 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 22, 2016, over 800 petitions had been filed Among the petitions are several that may be of interest to Agathon Associates' readers:

Num.PetitionerDescriptionHTSUS-8Chap. 99StatusNotes
86 ANN, INC. Women's polyurethane belt with certain trims 3926.20.90 Pending
126 Simms Fishing Products LLC Polyester/Nylon woven fabric 5407.72.00 Pending
129 Simms Fishing Products LLC Neoprene wading socks 6115.96.90 Withdrawn
130 Simms Fishing Products LLC Neoprene guard socks 6117.80.95 Withdrawn
132 Simms Fishing Products LLC Structured pocket pouch for fishing waders 6117.90.90 Withdrawn
151 Yu Shan Company USA Ltd. luggage 4202.12.21 Pending
152 Casual Home Worldwide luggage 4202.12.21 Pending
160 Aso LLC Elastic Fabric: 100% Polyester, water-repellent 5407.53.20 Withdrawn
169 Mount Vernon Mills, Inc. Sulfonated polyethylene terephthalate 3907.60.00 Pending
172 Mount Vernon Mills, Inc. NBPT 2929.90.50 Pending
174 American Woolen Company Yarn of combed cashmere or yarn of camel hair 5108.20.80 9902.03.01 Pending
188 ANN, INC. Women's polyurethane belts without trim 3926.20.90 Pending
197 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Squeaky toys for dogs 6307.90.75 Pending
213 Simms Fishing Products LLC Removable footwear neoprene cuffs 6406.90.15 Pending
215 Simms Fishing Products LLC Neoprene stockingfoot for fishing waders 6307.90.98 Withdrawn
220 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Fully Assembled Pet Beds 6307.90.98 Pending
221 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Toys for dogs without squeakers. 6307.90.75 Pending
222 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Plastic pet carriers 4202.99.90 Pending
223 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Other textile articles for pets nesoi 6307.90.98 Withdrawn
224 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Toys for pets other than dogs. 6307.90.75 Pending
226 SUN MOUNTAIN SPORTS, INC. Golf bag flat with or without rain hood and sling 6307.90.98 9902.23.24 Withdrawn
242 Jagger Brothers Certain acrylic fiber 5506.30.00 Withdrawn Similar to 9902.10.22
243 Jagger Brothers Rayon top 5507.00.00 9902.23.34 Pending
252 School Apparel, Inc. Acrylic Fiber-Dyed Low Pill Knitting Yarn 5509.32.00 Pending
266 Jagger Brothers acrylic fiber 5506.30.00 Pending Similar to 9902.10.22
277 W.L. Gore & Associates Leather golf shoes w/ waterproof, breathable soles 6403.19.30 Pending
278 Simms Fishing Products LLC Men's footwear with felt soles 6405.90.90 Pending
291 SUN MOUNTAIN SPORTS, INC. Golf bag body with rain hood and sling 6307.90.98 Pending
293 ANN, INC. Leather handbags valued $25.01-$30.00 each 4202.21.90 Pending
294 ANN, INC. Leather handbags valued $30.01-$35.00 each 4202.21.90 Pending
295 ANN, INC. Leather handbags $35.01-$40.00 each 4202.21.90 Pending
296 ANN, INC. Cotton handbags valued less than $10.00 each 4202.22.45 Pending
297 ANN, INC. Cotton handbags valued at $10.00 each or higher 4202.22.45 Pending
303 Sattler Corp Acrylic or modacrylic 5503.30.00 Withdrawn
312 Sattler Corp Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn (604) 5509.32.00 Withdrawn
318 ANN, INC. Business card case with outer surface of plastics 4202.32.10 Pending
322 Georgia-Pacific Nonwovens LLC Bi-Component Staple Fibers 5503.20.00 Pending
337 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Travel bags & cases 4 pets w/out wheels 4202.92.91 Pending
338 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Travel bags & cases 4 pets w/ wheels 4202.92.91 Pending
341 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Pet Crate Mat >76.2cm L >53.4cm W 6307.90.98 Pending
342 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Pet Crate Mat <78.74cm L <58.42cm W 6307.90.98 Pending
367 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Pet clothing and costumes 4201.00.60 Pending
368 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Pet footwear 4201.00.60 Pending
369 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Hands' free nylon bags for pet walking 4202.92.31 Pending
370 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Treat pouch for pets 4202.92.31 Pending
375 PetSmart Home Office, Inc. Panels for small household pets, not dogs or cats 6307.90.98 Pending
388 Pangaea Ltd. dba Feathered Friends Woven fabrics of man-made fiber 5903.20.25 Withdrawn
390 Pangaea Ltd. dba Feathered Friends Woven fabrics of man-made fiber 5407.42.00 Withdrawn
397 W.L. Gore and Associates Backpacks w/ PU coating and DWR, valued $46-$98 4202.92.31 Withdrawn
398 W.L. Gore and Associates backpacks w/PU & DWR 3,000-4,500 vol, $82-$139 4202.92.31 Withdrawn
399 W.L. Gore and Associates Duffel bags of c nylon w/ backpack straps $35-$61 4202.92.31 Withdrawn
400 W.L. Gore and Associates Leather gloves w/laminated membrane, $20 or more 4203.21.80 Withdrawn
401 ANN, INC. Women's leather/composition leather belts, =$7 4203.30.00 Pending
403 W.L. Gore and Associates PU & DWR packs w/ welded rubber 50.2oz > $56 4202.92.31 Withdrawn
404 W.L. Gore and Associates Rolling bag w/ DWR, 5.8-10.9 lbs, $64-$135 4202.92.31 Withdrawn
406 Aso LLC 100% Polyester Fabric – Elastic & Water-repellent 5407.53.20 Pending
407 W.L. Gore and Associates Bags other than backpacks with DWR, valued = $92 4202.92.31 Withdrawn
414 W.L. Gore and Associates M's leather gloves w/ laminted membraine 4203.29.30 Withdrawn
423 W.L. Gore and Associates M's leather & poly gloves w/ laminted membraine 4203.29.30 Withdrawn
434 W.L. Gore and Associates Anatomically fitted glove of poly w/laminated mem 6216.00.08 Withdrawn
439 Toho Tenax America, Inc. OPF precursor 5501.30.00 Pending
449 W.L. Gore and Associates Gloves with top-bonded mitt & laminated membrane 4203.21.80 Withdrawn
491 Milliken & Company Flame Retardant Rayon fiber 5504.10.00 Pending
492 Milliken & Company Anti-Fungal Flame Retardant Rayon fiber 5504.10.00 Pending
493 Milliken & Company Woven fabrics of certain sythetic fibers 5512.99.00 Pending
494 Milliken & Company 4-propyl benzaldehyde (NPBAL) 2912.29.60 9902.40.37 Pending
495 Milliken & Company Himic Anhydride 2917.20.00 Pending
496 Milliken & Company Allyl Bromide 2903.39.20 Pending
497 Milliken & Company Toluidines 2921.43.90 Pending
498 Milliken & Company Toluidines 2921.43.40 Pending
499 Milliken & Company leucoquinizarin 2907.29.90 Pending
500 Milliken & Company NA-11 2934.99.39 Pending
501 Milliken & Company Benzaldehyde-2-sulfonic acid sodium salt 2913.00.50 Pending
502 Milliken & Company 2-amino 4-methyl benzothiazole 2934.20.80 Pending
503 Milliken & Company Cocoamine 2915.90.10 Pending
505 Milliken & Company nitrosyl sulfuric acid 2811.19.60 Pending
506 Milliken & Company para toluine sulfonic acid 2904.10.32 Pending
513 Pangaea Ltd. dba Feathered Friends Woven fabrics of man-made fiber 5903.20.25 Pending
524 Milliken & Company Silver Sodium Zirconium Hydrogenphosphate 3808.99.70 Pending
572 Sterling Fibers Inc Acrylic Fiber Tow 5501.30.00 Pending
624 W.L. Gore and Associates e-PTFE sheets 3.1mm = 6.00mm for sealants 3921.19.00 Pending
633 Glen Raven, Inc. Acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers, not processed 5503.30.00 9902.40.04 Pending
636 Glen Raven Inc. Synthetic staple fibers not processed or pigmented 5503.30.00 9902.40.09 Pending
637 Glen Raven Inc. Synthetic Staple Fibers Not Processed for Spinning 5503.30.00 9902.40.16 Pending
639 Glen Raven Inc. Acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers not processed 5503.30.00 Pending Subset of 9902.40.10
641 Glen Raven Inc. Acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers not processed 5503.30.00 Pending Subset of 9902.40.10
642 Glen Raven Inc. Acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers not processed 5503.30.00 Pending Subset of 9902.40.10
643 Glen Raven Inc. Acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers not processed 5503.30.00 Pending Subset of 9902.40.17
644 Glen Raven Inc. Acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers not processed 5503.30.00 Pending Subset of 9902.40.17
645 Glen Raven Inc. Acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers not processed 5503.30.00 Pending Subset of 9902.40.17
649 National Spinning Company Modacrylic staple fibers not processed 5503.30.00 9902.40.03 Pending
651 National Spinning Company Modacrylic staple fibers not processed 5503.30.00 Pending Similar to 9902.40.05
653 National Spinning Company Acrylic staple fibers not processed 5503.30.00 9902.40.08 Pending
658 National Spinning Company Acrylic staple fibers not processed 5503.30.00 Pending Similar to 9902.40.11
661 National Spinning Company Acrylic or modacrylic synthetic filament tow 5501.30.00 9902.40.13 Pending
664 National Spinning Company Acrylic Synthetic Filament Tow 5501.30.00 9902.40.14 Pending
666 National Spinning Company Acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers processed 5506.30.00 9902.10.22 Pending
667 Mogul South Carolina Nonwovens Corporation Viscose rayon staple fiber 5504.10.00 Pending
669 Sattler Corp Multiple (folded) or cabled yarn(604) 5509.32.00 Pending
674 W.L. Gore and Associates Strips of 100% ePTFE sealant 3mm<30mm 3916.90.50 Pending
699 Sattler Corp fabric other 5512.29.00 Pending
708 ICF Mercantile single yarn of viscose rayon 5403.31.00 9902.26.12 Pending
709 ICF Mercantile twisted yarn of viscose rayon 5403.32.00 9902.54.04 Pending
721 Georgia-Pacific Nonwovens LLC Polyethylene and Polypropylene Staple Fibers 5503.90.90 Pending
722 Georgia-Pacific Nonwovens LLC PE and PET Staple Fibers 5503.90.90 Pending
723 David Rothschild Co., Inc. shuttleless power weaving looms to weave fabrics 8446.30.50 Pending
724 Ann, Inc. """Lthr ftwr 4 women =$20/pair """ 6403.99.90 Pending
742 VF Outdoor LLC. Textile upper snowboarding boots 6404.11.90 9902.64.04 Pending
746 ANN, INC. Ftwr 4 W, 90% ext surf rubber/plas, =$15 6402.99.31 Pending
747 ANN, INC. """Lthr ftwr 4 women =$35/pair """ 6403.59.90 Pending
760 ANN, INC. """Ftwr 4 W, textile uppers, =$15/pair """ 6404.19.37 Pending
763 ANN, INC. """Ftwr 4 W, textile uppers, $10-14.99 """ 6404.19.37 Pending
765 ANN, INC. """Nonenumerated lthr ftwr 4 women <$25/pair """ 6405.90.90 Pending
766 ANN, INC. """Nonenumerated lthr ftwr 4 women =$25/pair """ 6405.90.90 Pending
768 Woolsacks, Incorporated Nylon Wood Pack 6305.39.00 9902.24.12 Pending
769 BGF Industries alumina/silica hydrate fiber 7019.19.30 Withdrawn
770 Pangaea Ltd. dba Feathered Friends Woven fabrics of man-made fiber 5407.42.00 Pending
771 BGF Industries alumina/silica fiber 7019.19.90 Withdrawn
774 BGF Inudstries alumina/silica fiber 7019.19.30 Pending
776 BGF Industries alumina/silica fiber 7019.19.90 Pending
783 THE COLEMAN COMPANY, INC Tents w/ floor & integrated LEDs 6306.22.90 Withdrawn
784 THE COLEMAN COMPANY, INC Tents w/ automatic window roller 6306.22.90 Withdrawn
785 THE COLEMAN COMPANY, INC Tents w/ hinged door 6306.22.90 Withdrawn
786 THE COLEMAN COMPANY, INC Tents w/out a detachable rain fly 6306.22.90 Withdrawn
798 ICF Mercantile High tenacity rayon yarn 5403.10.30 9902.05.07 Pending
802 ICF Mercantile High tenacity rayon yarn 5403.10.30 Pending