October 22, 2026, The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements ("CITA") is considering Commercial Availability Request File Number CA2026011.
See: OTEXA website.
Friday, October 23, 2026
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Contract Opportunity: National Flags
October 22, 2026, Contract Opportunity: National Flags.
Proposed procurement for NSN 8345001516486 FLAG,NATIONAL: Line 0001 Qty 2880 UI EA Deliver To: ARIZONA INDUSTRIES FOR THE BLIND.
See: SAM Notification.
This is a timely posting as Veterans' Day is about three weeks away.
The Department of War is required to acquire only American flags made in the USA. See:
- DFAR 252.225-7006 Acquisition of the American Flag and
- NDAA FY 2024 (Public Law 118–31; 137 Stat. 144).
Carbon Camouflage: Army Goes Elemental in bid to Hide Troops on Modern Battlefield
October 22, 2026, The Army is developing a new battlefield system that releases thousands of specially coated carbon fibers into the air. Researchers recently completed field demonstrations of the experimental system, according to an Army statement Monday. Read more at: Stars and Stripes.
Minister LeBlanc chairs meeting of Advisory Committee on Canada-U.S. Economic Relations
October 22, 2026 - Ottawa, Canada - Global Affairs Canada
The Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, President of the King's Privy Council for Canada and Minister responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade, Intergovernmental Affairs, Internal Trade and One Canadian Economy, along with Chief Trade Negotiator Janice Charette and Ambassador Mark Wiseman, met with the members of the Advisory Committee on Canada-U.S. Economic Relations. This meeting marks the ninth time members have convened since April 2026.
Minister LeBlanc discussed the federal government’s support measures to strengthen the resilience and competitiveness of Canadian businesses, and the importance of a Team Canada approach. Chief Trade Negotiator Charette discussed the ongoing work to address unjustified trade measures affecting Canadian workers and businesses. Ambassador Wiseman provided an update on the current state of play in Washington.
Committee members discussed the ongoing impact of U.S. tariffs on their regions, businesses or sectors and shared their insights. They also discussed Canada’s response to the tariffs and shared perspectives on how these measures are helping mitigate economic impacts across the country.
The discussion underscored the importance of continued collaboration with governments, industry, labour and other partners to ensure Canada’s response reflects national priorities and promotes long-term economic growt
Contract Opportunity: Coated Cloth
October 21, 2026, Contract Opportunity: Coated Cloth.
Proposed procurement for NSN 8305011009061 CLOTH,COATED: Line 0001 Qty 20000 UI YD Deliver To: ARIZONA INDUSTRIES FOR THE BLIND.
See: SAM Notification.
Contract Awarded: Service Ribbon
October 21, 2026, Contract Awarded: Service Ribbon.
Awardee: SWEET MASS PRODUCTION, LLC.
Award Amount: $34,040.
See: SAM Notifacation.
Proposed deletions from the Procurement List
October 22, 2026, the Committee for Purchase from People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled published in the Federal Register (91 FR 66690) Proposed deletions from the Procurement List.
The following product(s) are proposed for deletion from the Procurement List:
Certain Webbing & tape and
Various Exam Gloves.
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