Thursday, May 26, 2016
Indictment of US Army Colonel for Berry Amendment Fraud
Thanks to Steve Warner at the BeaverLake6 Report for alerting us that Lt. Col. Frederick Lamar Burnett of the US Army has been indicted on three counts of fraud for allegedly trying to pass off Chinese-made baseball caps and backpacks instead of American made, as specified in the contract with the Army Recruiting Command which requires compliance to the Berry Amendment and Buy American Act.
Wednesday, May 25, 2016
The Story of Taps
Monday, May 30th, is Memorial Day in the United States, a day set aside to remember and honor those who died in the service of the nation. Government offices and most businesses will be closed.
This Memorial Day we remember and honor the men and women who died to preserve our freedom. Even as we enjoy kicking off summer however we chose this weekend, that is itself a testimony to their sacrifices, for we enjoy the cookouts, trips to the beach, and so forth because they made it possible. We especially honor those who died for our country when we decorate their graves or participant in patriotic parades and ceremonies this weekend.
At those solemn memorial events in our towns and cities, in our churches and synagogues, and in the halls of our veterans or other lodges, a familiar, haunting melody will mark the day --
The familiar bugle call "Taps" is generally believed to be based on a traditional French call to curfew (from Middle English "curfeu," from Old French "cuevrefeu," meaning cover the fire and turn in for the night).
According to the United States Department of Veterans Affairs the version of those 24 melancholy notes that we know from military funerals was crafted during America's Civil War by Union General Daniel Adams Butterfield, heading a brigade camped at Harrison Landing, Va., near Richmond. This music was made the official Army bugle call after the war, but not given the name "taps" until 1874.
The same Veterans Affair internet resource, http://www1.va.gov/opa/publications/celebrate/taps.pdf, states that: "The first time taps was played at a military funeral may also have been in Virginia soon after Butterfield composed it. Union Capt. John Tidball, head of an artillery battery, ordered it played for the burial of a cannoneer killed in action. Not wanting to reveal the battery’s position in the woods to the enemy nearby, Tidball substituted taps for the traditional three rifle volleys fired over the grave. Taps was played at the funeral of Confederate Gen. Stonewall Jackson 10 months after it was composed. Army infantry regulations by 1891 required taps to be played at military funeral ceremonies."
Taps now is played by the military at burial and memorial services, to accompany the lowering of the flag, and to signal the "lights out" command at day's end.
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------------------------------------------------------- Title: Wool Uniforms Sol. #: FA4620-16-T-A008 Agency: Department of the Air Force Office: Air Mobility Command Location: 92 CONS Posted On: May 24, 2016 7:30 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Sun Shade Sol. #: FA4661-16-Q-0062 Agency: Department of the Air Force Office: Air Force Global Strike Command Location: 7 CONS Posted On: May 24, 2016 5:29 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: INSIGNIA,RANK,OFFIC Sol. #: SPE1C116Q0246 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 24, 2016 4:11 pm Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 09, 2016 3:42 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: JACKET, WIND COLDN WEATHER (GEN III) Sol. #: SPE1C1-16-R-0070 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles Posted On: May 24, 2016 2:57 pm Base Type: Presolicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: PACK,FIRELINE,COMPL Sol. #: SPE1C116T1224 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 24, 2016 12:19 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: COVER,SERVING SIDE Sol. #: SPE8ED16T0797 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Medical - BSM Posted On: May 24, 2016 11:28 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: COVER,PREP SIDE Sol. #: SPE8ED16T0796 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Medical - BSM Posted On: May 24, 2016 11:23 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Master IDIQ - Emergency Kits Sol. #: DJF-16-2300-PR-0005659 Agency: Department of Justice Office: Federal Bureau of Investigation Location: FedBid Marketplace Posted On: May 24, 2016 10:30 am Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 05, 2016 8:37 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Elastic Webbing & Cord - Berry Amendment Compliant Sol. #: CT2210-16 Agency: Department of Justice Office: Federal Prison Industries/UNICOR Location: Contracting Office/Manchester Posted On: May 24, 2016 8:49 am Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 10, 2016 3:37 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Air Force Shirt, Mans, Short Sleeve Sol. #: SPE1C116R0096 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles Posted On: May 24, 2016 8:34 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Jumper, Man's, White Navy and Jumper, Woman's, White, Navy Sol. #: SPE1C1-16-R-0100 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles Posted On: May 24, 2016 7:38 am Current Type: Presolicitation (Modified) Base Type: Presolicitation Base Posting Date: May 18, 2016 10:47 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: IDIQs - PERSONAL ARMOR ITEMS Sol. #: SGE50016R0072 Agency: Department of State Office: Office of Acquisitions Location: Regional Procurement Support Office Frankfurt, Germany Posted On: May 24, 2016 1:40 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Honduras Jericho 941 Holsters Sol. #: PR5124160 Agency: Department of State Office: Office of Acquisitions Location: INL Support Posted On: May 23, 2016 4:17 pm Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 19, 2016 4:25 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: BLACKHAWK WEAPONS CASE Sol. #: HSSS01-16-Q-0227 Agency: Department of Homeland Security Office: United States Secret Service (USSS) Location: Procurement Division Posted On: May 23, 2016 3:09 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: AirBeam Inflatable Shelters Sol. #: FA2521-16-Q-B094 Agency: Department of the Air Force Office: Air Force Space Command Location: 45CONS (Bldg 423) Posted On: May 23, 2016 2:49 pm Base Type: Sources Sought ------------------------------------------------------- Title: FLAG,INDIVIDUAL Sol. #: SPE1C116T1212 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 23, 2016 1:12 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: PACE Unit - Ear Phone Sol. #: F2K1AA6057A001 Agency: Department of the Air Force Office: Air Force Global Strike Command Location: 377 MSG/Contracting Division Posted On: May 23, 2016 12:28 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TENT Sol. #: SPE1C116T1211 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 23, 2016 11:22 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: K9 Integrated Vest and Camera System Sol. #: OEM-16-069 Agency: Department of Justice Office: United States Marshals Service Location: Tactical Operations Division Posted On: May 23, 2016 11:01 am Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 09, 2016 2:36 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TENT, RDS 480 TAN Sol. #: SPE1C116T1205 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 22, 2016 1:49 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: FLAG,NATIONAL Sol. #: SPE1C116T1197 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 22, 2016 1:46 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: CLOTH,COATED Sol. #: SPE1C116T1198 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 22, 2016 1:46 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TAN SHELTER AND ECU Sol. #: T-0000 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 21, 2016 1:31 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Police and Security Uniforms Sol. #: R16PS00573 Agency: Department of the Interior Office: Bureau of Reclamation Location: BOR - All Offices Posted On: May 20, 2016 5:42 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: NECK TAB,WOMAN'S SH Sol. #: Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 20, 2016 3:38 pm Base Type: Award Notice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: CRT Course - Tactical Equipment Sol. #: FY16RR024 Agency: Department of State Office: Office of Acquisitions Location: Acquisition Management Posted On: May 20, 2016 2:48 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Honduras Jericho 941 Holsters Sol. #: PR5124160 Agency: Department of State Office: Office of Acquisitions Location: INL Support Posted On: May 19, 2016 4:25 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Sun Shades Sol. #: FA4661-16-Q-0042 Agency: Department of the Air Force Office: Air Force Global Strike Command Location: 7 CONS Posted On: May 19, 2016 4:15 pm Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 11, 2016 10:54 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Uniform Apparel, Embroidery and Screen Printing Sol. #: NTSBR160004 Agency: National Transportation Safety Board Office: National Transportation Safety Board Location: Acquisition Division Posted On: May 19, 2016 3:57 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: NECK TAB,WOMAN'S SH Sol. #: Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 19, 2016 3:37 pm Base Type: Award Notice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: PROXIMITY SUIT Sol. #: N00244-16-T-0131 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: Naval Supply Systems Command Location: NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego Posted On: May 19, 2016 3:28 pm Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 03, 2016 5:09 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: FBI Raid Jackets Sol. #: DJF-16-1200-RJ17 Agency: Department of Justice Office: Federal Bureau of Investigation Location: Procurement Section Posted On: May 19, 2016 3:05 pm Base Type: Sources Sought ------------------------------------------------------- Title: AF CARPET PROGRAM SOLICITATION Sol. #: FA8057-16-R-0001 Agency: Department of the Air Force Office: AFICA Location: AFICA- CONUS Posted On: May 19, 2016 2:45 pm Current Type: Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Presolicitation Base Posting Date: Feb 01, 2016 12:39 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Victim Advocate Response Kits Sol. #: W9124D-16-Q-5759 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 19, 2016 12:10 pm Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 19, 2016 10:44 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: ESAPI - Amend 02 Sol. #: SPE1C1-16-R-0083 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles Posted On: May 19, 2016 11:34 am Current Type: Presolicitation (Modified) Base Type: Presolicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 20, 2016 4:12 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: U.S. Coast Guard Dry Suits Sol. #: HSCG23-16-R-MNQ080 Agency: Department of Homeland Security Office: United States Coast Guard (USCG) Location: Commandant (CG-912), U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters Posted On: May 19, 2016 11:11 am Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 14, 2016 1:00 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: PT VESTS Sol. #: 0010847660 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 19, 2016 11:11 am Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 18, 2016 8:04 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: K9 Integrated Vest and Camera System Sol. #: OEM-16-069 Agency: Department of Justice Office: United States Marshals Service Location: Tactical Operations Division Posted On: May 19, 2016 8:10 am Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 09, 2016 2:36 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TENT Sol. #: SPE1C116T1182 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 19, 2016 3:15 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: IR Korean Flags Sol. #: SPE8EQ-16-Q-Q008 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support Pacific Posted On: May 19, 2016 2:00 am Base Type: Presolicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: ARMY RESERVED REENLISTMENT RECOGNITION ITEM Sol. #: W91249-0010794453 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 18, 2016 4:07 pm Base Type: Presolicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: STRIPE,SERVICE Sol. #: SPE1C116Q0269 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 18, 2016 3:53 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: General Purpose Pouch Sol. #: 612500NC Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 18, 2016 3:22 pm Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 16, 2016 8:42 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Honeywell Morning Pride Structural and Proximity Turnouts Sol. #: N0024416T0098 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: Naval Supply Systems Command Location: NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego Posted On: May 18, 2016 12:16 pm Current Type: Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Presolicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 13, 2016 8:11 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Various Navy White Jumpers Sol. #: SPE1C1-16-R-0100 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles Posted On: May 18, 2016 10:47 am Base Type: Presolicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: ALSE Equipment Sol. #: H92237-16-Q-8006 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 18, 2016 9:40 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Commercial Item, Webbing, Berry Amendment Compliant, For ACU's Sol. #: CT2208-16 Agency: Department of Justice Office: Federal Prison Industries/UNICOR Location: Procurement Branch Posted On: May 18, 2016 8:43 am Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 07, 2016 8:41 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: PT VESTS Sol. #: 0010847660 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 18, 2016 8:04 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation -------------------------------------------------------
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Tuesday, May 24, 2016
Flock School Aug 3-5, 2016
Early Bird Discount flies away on June 15th. Save $50 by enrolling early.
Full details and registration form are on the FLOCKING.ORG web site. Don't miss out!!
Also, this year's Annual Meeting will be in Charlotte on October 17 & 18. This is just before the IFAI show on October 19-21. We will be staying at the DoubleTree Hilton. Rooms are going FAST due to the show. Contact Tracy Fisher, catering manager (704) 227-2817. She currently has rooms for AFA attendees at a discounted rate, but do not delay - there is a very small inventory.
New England Golf Outing and Banquet
The New England Region AATCC Golf Outing and Banquet will be Friday, June 24, 2016, at the Cranston, Rhode Island Country Club, followed by dinner at the Venus de Milo Restraurant, Swansea, Massachusetts. To see event details and registration form CLICK HERE.
Thursday, May 19, 2016
ITC Issues Report on Likely Impact of TPP
On May 18, 2016, the U.S. International Trade Commission ("USITC") released the report Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement: Likely Impact on the U.S. Economy and on Specific Industry Sectors.. With regard for textiles, apparel, and footwear, the report concluded:
Textiles and Apparel
The Commission’s model results estimate that U.S. imports of apparel would be 1.4 percent higher ($1.9 billion) as a result of TPP, compared with the 2032 baseline. These results reflect a 35.2 percent ($7.3 billion) increase in U.S. imports from new FTA partners compared with baseline estimates, which is partially offset by lower imports from non-TPP countries, including China. Vietnam in particular is expected to be the largest beneficiary in terms of increased U.S. apparel imports. Vietnam is already a competitive, major supplier of apparel to the U.S. market, ranking second after China. Nevertheless, initial growth in U.S. imports from Vietnam under TPP preferences would likely be moderated by Vietnam’s limited ability to meet the TPP's yarn forward rules of origin, coupled with long duty phaseouts for certain key products. For textiles, the Commission’s model results estimate that U.S. imports under TPP would be 1.6 percent higher ($869 million) compared with the 2032 baseline. U.S. imports of textiles and apparel from TPP countries totaled $19.9 billion in 2015, accounting for 17 percent of total U.S. textile and apparel imports from the world ($118.5 billion).
The Commission’s model results estimate that U.S. exports of textiles under TPP would be 1.3 percent higher ($257 million) than baseline economic growth, and U.S. exports of apparel would be 0.3 percent higher ($10 million) compared with the 2032 baseline. Certain textile subsectors would likely benefit more than others under TPP. According to industry sources, there may be some opportunities to increase U.S. exports of certain textiles on a limited scale to new FTA partner countries, including technical textiles and cotton and specialty yarns. U.S. exports of textiles and apparel to TPP countries totaled $7.9 billion in 2015, accounting for 54 percent of total U.S. textile and apparel exports to the world ($14.7 billion).
The largest changes in textiles and apparel trade from TPP would likely occur in U.S. imports of apparel. The Commission’s model projects that U.S. demand for both imported and domestically produced apparel would increase over the 2032 baseline. The modeling results estimate that TPP would result in a 1.4 percent ($1.9 billion) increase in U.S. imports of apparel over the 2032 baseline (i.e., expected level of imports in 2032 without TPP), and a 0.3 percent ($10 million) increase in U.S. exports. Imports of apparel would be expected to grow most significantly from Vietnam, the second-largest supplier to the United States, while those from China, the largest U.S. apparel supplier, would be expected to decline. The Commission’s model results indicate that U.S. output and employment in the apparel sector also would increase slightly (by 1.0 percent and 0.9 percent, respectively), over the 2032 projected baseline. High-end, niche products, replenishment or quick turnaround products, and other items that generally do not compete with imports are among the types of products being produced domestically. Examples of such products include those that require customized, often smaller orders, such as sports team uniforms, test market products or reorders, and fastfashion items.
The Commission’s model results for textiles (non-apparel) estimate that TPP would result in U.S exports that are 1.3 percent ($257 million) higher than the baseline estimate, and imports that are 1.6 percent ($869 million) higher, compared with the 2032 baseline. The model estimates that output and employment in the textiles sector would be slightly lower compared with the 2032 baseline (by 0.4 percent each).
Footwear
TPP would likely result in an increase in U.S. footwear trade. U.S. imports of footwear from all countries would be $1.1 billion higher (2.7 percent) than 2032 baseline growth estimates. U.S. imports of footwear from the TPP countries would be $1.6 billion higher (23.4 percent) than the baseline; most of this increase would be accounted for by imports of footwear from Vietnam. The growth in U.S. footwear imports from TPP countries is expected to occur at the expense of China and other non-TPP footwear suppliers to the U.S. market. U.S. imports from China would fall by $400 million (1.3 percent) under TPP, compared with the non-TPP baseline. TPP’s impact on U.S. footwear exports is expected to be small in absolute terms, with total U.S. footwear exports expected to be $138 million higher (12.2 percent). Most of these exports would be of footwear parts to Vietnam, to be used to assemble footwear for the U.S. market.
Wednesday, May 18, 2016
Pendleton® and Britannica Home Fashions® to Launch New Home Textiles Collection
PORTLAND, OR--(Marketwired - May 17, 2016) - Pendleton Woolen Mills, a globally acclaimed-lifestyle brand headquartered in Portland, Oregon and Britannica Home Fashions, a marketer and manufacturer of premium bedding and home fashions in New York City, announce a new license for Pendleton Home beginning fall 2016. The Britannica x Pendleton license will leverage Pendleton's iconic woolen blankets and design archives with companion non-wool fabrics of sateen, cotton, percale and blended fabrics from Britannica, to create exciting and unique styles for top of the bed, bath and home.
"Pendleton welcomes Britannica as a partner in the development of an exclusive collection of premium home textiles," said Bob Christnacht, Pendleton's Vice President of Global Sales. "We are thrilled to join Britannica Home Fashions in offering quality, crafted home fashions that will serve a diverse consumer demand and look forward to new Home market opportunities for the Pendleton brand."
Pendleton Home products will include, sheets, coverlets, duvets, matelassé, cotton blankets, table linens, decorative pillows and bath textiles; a graphic and textural blend of Pendleton design aesthetics and woolen blankets with Britannica's expertise of complementing non-wool fabrics.
Speaking for Britannica, Etai Gross, President, said, "We are pleased to bring our company's excellent sourcing resources and design capabilities to Pendleton Woolen Mills, already known in the industry for outstanding textiles for bed and bath. We are delighted to be associated with a significant expansion of Pendleton Home products and with growth of the brand's presence in department stores and specialty retailers."
The Britannica Home Fashions Showroom is located at 214 West 39th Street, Suite #1102, New York, New York, 10018. Britannica joins Pendleton's family of home textiles; along with Downlite and Southwest Looms.
About Pendleton
Setting the standard for classic American style, Pendleton is a lifestyle brand recognized as a symbol of American heritage, authenticity and craftsmanship. With six generations of family ownership since 1863, the company recently celebrated 153 years of weaving fabrics in the Pacific Northwest. Known for fabric innovation, Pendleton owns and operates two of America's remaining woolen mills, constantly updating them with state-of-the-art looms and eco-friendly technology. Inspired by its heritage, the company designs and produces apparel for men and women, blankets, home décor, and gifts. Pendleton is available through select retailers in the U.S., Canada, Europe, Japan, Korea and Australia; Pendleton stores; company catalogs; and direct-to-consumer channels including the Pendleton website, http://www.pendleton-usa.com.
About Britannica
Britannica Home Fashions Inc., founded in 1974, is a leader in home products. Headquartered in the heart of Manhattan's textile and fashion district, Britannica operates offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai, and New Delhi and Bangalore, India. Britannica works with key strategic partners to bring exclusive lifestyle brands to the home. BHF manufactures fashion and basic bedding, bath, and home decor. Their products are artfully made and bring year round comfort and wellness to people's lives.
Strangulation Death of a Child Prompts Recall of Roman Shades, Roll-Up Blinds, and Roller Blinds by Hanover Direct/Domestications
For recall details and photos of product, CLICK HERE.
Units: About 495,000 Roman shades and 28,500 roller/roll-up blinds (about 90,000 Roman shades were recalled in October 2009)
Description: This recall involves all styles of Roman shades with inner cords, all styles of roll-up blinds, and roller blinds that do not have a tension device. A tension device is intended to be attached to the continuous loop bead chain or continuous loop pull cord and installed into the wall or floor.
Incidents/Injuries: Roman Shades: CPSC received a new report of the death of a 22-month-old boy in Cedar Falls, Iowa who was found hanging by his neck from the outer pull cords of a Roman shade in May 2010. The outer pull cords were knotted at the bottom. He was rescued by his father but died later in the hospital. In March 2008, a 2-year-old boy from Ocean View, Delaware climbed up on a toy chest to look out of a window and became entangled in the inner cords of a Roman shade. His parents removed the cord. No permanent injuries were sustained. This incident prompted a previous recall. Roll-up Blinds: None reported. Roller Blinds: None reported.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using all Roman shades with inner cords, all roll-up blinds, and all roller blinds that do not have a tension device, and contact the Window Covering Safety Council at (800) 506-4636 anytime for free repair kits or visit www.windowcoverings.org. Consumers who have roller blinds with a tension device should make sure the tension device is attached to the continuous loop bead chain or continuous loop pull cord and is installed into the wall or floor.
Sold at Hanover Direct/Domestications, the Company Store/Company Kids; online at www.domestications.com and www.thecompanystore.com; and through catalog sales nationwide from January1996 through October 2009 for between $20 and $579.
Importer(s): Hanover Direct Inc., (also known as Domestications, The Company Store, and Company Kids) of Weehawken, N.J.
Manufactured in China, United States, and other countries.
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------------------------------------------------------- Title: Fabric & Vinyl Restock Sol. #: FA5270-16-Q-A030 Agency: Department of the Air Force Office: Pacific Air Forces Location: 18 CONS - Kadena Posted On: May 18, 2016 12:45 am Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 26, 2016 9:17 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Prep School Flags and Poles Sol. #: W911SD-16-T-FLAG Agency: Department of the Army Office: Army Contracting Command, MICC Location: MICC - West Point Posted On: May 17, 2016 4:12 pm Base Type: Sources Sought ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Load Bearing Equipment Items Sol. #: SPE1C1-16-R-0108 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles Posted On: May 17, 2016 4:03 pm Base Type: Presolicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: T-Shirts With Imprints and Logos Sol. #: W91243-16-Q-L030 Agency: Department of the Army Office: National Guard Bureau Location: USPFO for Nebraska Posted On: May 17, 2016 3:45 pm Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 17, 2016 3:23 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: INSIGNIA,GRADE,ENLI Sol. #: SPE1C116T1047 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 17, 2016 3:06 pm Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 01, 2016 1:59 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Holsters, Helmets, and Magazines Sol. #: W912JA-16-T-0065 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 17, 2016 2:45 pm Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 10, 2016 11:54 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: OPTION - T-Shirts Sol. #: W911RX-16-Q-0104 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 17, 2016 11:52 am Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 15, 2016 2:28 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Provide beanie caps for US Army Marketing and Research Group, Fort Knox, Kentucky during the period 1 July 2016 through 30 June 2017 with two one-year option periods Sol. #: W9124D-16-T-0042 Agency: Department of the Army Office: Army Contracting Command, MICC Location: MICC - Fort Knox Posted On: May 17, 2016 10:22 am Current Type: Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Presolicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 08, 2016 9:11 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Body Armor Sol. #: M67001-16-T-1200 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: United States Marine Corps Location: MCB Camp Lejeune - RCO Posted On: May 17, 2016 9:54 am Base Type: Sources Sought ------------------------------------------------------- Title: BUCKLE Sol. #: SPE1C116T1163 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 17, 2016 9:32 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Boot, Temperate, Coyote Sol. #: SPE1C116RXTBD Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles Posted On: May 17, 2016 8:30 am Current Type: Presolicitation (Modified) Base Type: Presolicitation Base Posting Date: May 16, 2016 4:12 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: BELT,MILITARY POLIC Sol. #: SPE1C116T1091 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 16, 2016 9:05 pm Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 05, 2016 12:26 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Nomex/Naugahyde/Thread Sol. #: SPMYM4-16-Q-0484 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Land and Maritime Posted On: May 16, 2016 8:47 pm Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 16, 2016 8:45 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: HELMET,COMBAT VEHIC Sol. #: SPE7L316U0169 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Land and Maritime - BSM Posted On: May 16, 2016 8:18 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: CLUB,SELF-PROTECTIO Sol. #: SPE1C116T1090 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 16, 2016 8:08 pm Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 05, 2016 12:26 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: CARRIER,SELF-PROTEC Sol. #: SPE1C116T1092 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 16, 2016 8:07 pm Base Type: Award Notice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Globe 10" Technical Rescue Boots Sol. #: FA9401-16-T-0012 Agency: Department of the Air Force Office: Air Force Global Strike Command Location: 377 MSG/Contracting Division Posted On: May 16, 2016 6:02 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Aircraft Engine Covers and Plugs Sol. #: N00244-16-T-0145 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: Naval Supply Systems Command Location: NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego Posted On: May 16, 2016 5:13 pm Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 11, 2016 4:08 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Cancellation of Solicitation: Instructor Commercial Ram Air Parachute Systems (ICRAPS) Javelin Odyssey Harness/Container and SABRE2 Main/Reserve Parachutes Sol. #: H92239-16-T-0004 Agency: Other Defense Agencies Office: U.S. Special Operations Command Location: USASOC Posted On: May 16, 2016 4:34 pm Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation / Cancelled Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 06, 2016 5:19 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Boot, Temperate, Coyote Sol. #: SPE1C116RXTBD Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles Posted On: May 16, 2016 4:12 pm Base Type: Presolicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: BUTTON,INSIGNIA Sol. #: SPE1C116Q0264 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 16, 2016 4:07 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: DECORATION SET,INDI Sol. #: SPE1C116Q0265 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 16, 2016 3:36 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Non Fire-Resistant Combat Shirt Sol. #: FA8054-16-R-0001 Agency: Department of the Air Force Office: AFICA Location: AFICA- CONUS Posted On: May 16, 2016 9:07 am Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Mar 28, 2016 3:21 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: General Purpose Pouch Sol. #: 612500NC Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 16, 2016 8:42 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: ISLAMIC (MUSLIM) RELIGIOUS SUPPORT ITEMS Sol. #: SPE1C1-16-R-0104 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles Posted On: May 16, 2016 7:41 am Base Type: Presolicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: RIBBON,AWARDS Sol. #: SPE1C116T1152 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 15, 2016 7:49 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Solicitation for Female Concealable Vest Sol. #: M67001-16-T-1195 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: United States Marine Corps Location: MCB Camp Lejeune - RCO Posted On: May 13, 2016 5:14 pm Current Type: Presolicitation (Modified) Base Type: Presolicitation Base Posting Date: May 13, 2016 5:10 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Clipboard, Pilot's Sol. #: SPE1C1-16-R-0099 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles Posted On: May 13, 2016 2:15 pm Base Type: Presolicitation ------------------------------------------------------- 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: May 13, 2016 1:53 pm Current Type: Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Presolicitation Base Posting Date: Nov 24, 2015 2:09 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: 2016 Warrior Games Athletic Apparel Sol. #: 0010858437 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 13, 2016 11:40 am Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 27, 2016 4:59 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Flame Resistant and ARC Rated Materials Sol. #: 1600001 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: Naval Supply Systems Command Location: Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) Posted On: May 13, 2016 8:46 am Current Type: Sources Sought (Modified) Base Type: Sources Sought Base Posting Date: May 13, 2016 8:37 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TEXTILE TAPE 167 YARD ROLL Sol. #: 7QSBAAA-R5-16-5853-SQA1 Agency: General Services Administration Office: Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) Location: Southwest Supply and Acquisition Center Posted On: May 13, 2016 8:21 am Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 06, 2016 6:37 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: SHOULDER CORD,INFAN Sol. #: SPE1C116T1046 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 12, 2016 7:40 pm Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 01, 2016 2:00 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Armor, Personal Sol. #: Agency: Department of the Army Office: Army Contracting Command Location: ACC - RSA (W58RGZ) Aviation Posted On: May 12, 2016 6:20 pm Base Type: Award Notice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: PROXIMITY SUIT Sol. #: N00244-16-T-0131 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: Naval Supply Systems Command Location: NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego Posted On: May 12, 2016 4:45 pm Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 03, 2016 5:09 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Personal Protective Equipment Sol. #: W912L1-16-T-0067 Agency: Department of the Army Office: National Guard Bureau Location: USPFO for Texas Posted On: May 12, 2016 4:27 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Bags and Backpacks Sol. #: F8U2LG6118AW01 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 12, 2016 4:13 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Promotional Products Sol. #: W911SD-16-T-0225 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 12, 2016 3:55 pm Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 10, 2016 9:46 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TY122SWHXL002500*COVER Sol. #: SPEFA516Q3051 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Land and Maritime - Philadelphia Detachment Posted On: May 12, 2016 3:24 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Beretta Pistol Holsters Sol. #: W22G1F610401Z9 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 12, 2016 3:21 pm Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 14, 2016 2:02 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Master IDIQ - Emergency Kits Sol. #: DJF-16-2300-PR-0005659 Agency: Department of Justice Office: Federal Bureau of Investigation Location: FedBid Marketplace Posted On: May 12, 2016 3:11 pm Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 05, 2016 8:37 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Pre-Solicitation Conference ACU/MCCUU/NWU/Afghan Sol. #: SPE1C116RADC Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles Posted On: May 12, 2016 2:06 pm Current Type: Presolicitation (Modified) Base Type: Presolicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 21, 2016 10:47 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Non Fire-Resistant Combat Shirt Sol. #: FA8054-16-R-0001 Agency: Department of the Air Force Office: AFICA Location: AFICA- CONUS Posted On: May 12, 2016 12:03 pm Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Mar 28, 2016 3:21 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: COAST GUARD SURVIVAL GEAR Sol. #: HSCG29-16-QXJN274 Agency: Department of Homeland Security Office: United States Coast Guard (USCG) Location: USCG Base New Orleans Posted On: May 12, 2016 11:25 am Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 25, 2016 11:55 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: 15 GLOVE Sol. #: SPMYM216Q1152 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: Naval Supply Systems Command Location: DLA Maritime PSNS Posted On: May 12, 2016 9:50 am Current Type: Solicitation Base Type: Presolicitation Base Posting Date: May 11, 2016 11:31 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: SURPLUS PISTOL HOLSTERS Sol. #: 0226-S3605A Agency: Defense Contract Management Agency Office: Defense Contract Management Agency Location: DCMA Dayton Posted On: May 12, 2016 9:33 am Base Type: Sale of Surplus Property ------------------------------------------------------- Title: CLOTH,FIBERGLASS Sol. #: SPE1C116Q0155 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 12, 2016 8:36 am Base Type: Award Notice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Holsters, Helmets, and Magazines Sol. #: W912JA-16-T-0065 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 12, 2016 8:31 am Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 10, 2016 11:54 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: service pins for employees Sol. #: VA10116Q0058 Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs Office: VA Center for Acquisition Innovation (Washington) Location: VA CAI Washington Posted On: May 12, 2016 6:37 am Current Type: Award Base Type: Presolicitation Base Posting Date: Mar 18, 2016 3:14 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Aircraft Helmets Sol. #: HSCG29-16-Q-8AS538 Agency: Department of Homeland Security Office: United States Coast Guard (USCG) Location: USCG Sector Corpus Christi Posted On: May 11, 2016 6:33 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: STAND,FLAGSTAFF Sol. #: SPE1C116T1144 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 11, 2016 4:14 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Aircraft Engine Covers and Plugs Sol. #: N00244-16-T-0145 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: Naval Supply Systems Command Location: NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego Posted On: May 11, 2016 4:08 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: DECORATION SET,INDI Sol. #: SPE1C116Q0141 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 11, 2016 2:05 pm Base Type: Award Notice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Non Fire-Resistant Combat Shirt Sol. #: FA8054-16-R-0001 Agency: Department of the Air Force Office: AFICA Location: AFICA- CONUS Posted On: May 11, 2016 12:19 pm Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Mar 28, 2016 3:21 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: INSIGNIA,GRADE,ENLI Sol. #: SPE1C116Q0248 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 11, 2016 12:04 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: 15 GLOVE Sol. #: SPMYM216Q1152 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: Naval Supply Systems Command Location: DLA Maritime PSNS Posted On: May 11, 2016 11:31 am Base Type: Presolicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: U.S. Coast Guard Dry Suits Sol. #: HSCG23-16-R-MNQ080 Agency: Department of Homeland Security Office: United States Coast Guard (USCG) Location: Commandant (CG-912), U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters Posted On: May 11, 2016 11:16 am Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 14, 2016 1:00 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Sun Shades Sol. #: FA4661-16-Q-0042 Agency: Department of the Air Force Office: Air Force Global Strike Command Location: 7 CONS Posted On: May 11, 2016 10:54 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: DECORATION SET,INDI Sol. #: SPE1C116Q0247 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 11, 2016 10:50 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: PERSONAL PROTECTIVE GEAR Sol. #: N68836-16-T-0227 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: Naval Supply Systems Command Location: NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Jacksonville Posted On: May 11, 2016 10:40 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Super Absorbent Yarn Netting Sol. #: N00167-16-T-0064 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: Naval Sea Systems Command Location: NSWC Carderock Division Posted On: May 11, 2016 10:28 am Current Type: Solicitation Base Type: Presolicitation Base Posting Date: May 10, 2016 2:56 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: 2016 BCP UNIFORM ORDER Sol. #: Agency: Department of the Interior Office: Bureau of Reclamation Location: BOR - All Offices Posted On: May 11, 2016 10:04 am Base Type: Award Notice -------------------------------------------------------
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, May 17, 2016
American and Colombian Labor Unions File Labor Rights Petition Citing Failures of Colombia FTA
On May 16, 2016, The American Federation Of Labor And Congress Of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) Central Unitaria De Trabajadores (CUT) Confederación De Trabajadores De Colombia (CTC) Corporación Colombiana Para La Justicia Y El Trabajo (COLJUSTICIA) Sindicato Nacional De Trabajadores De La Industria Agropecuaria (SINTRAINAGRO) Unión Sindical Obrera (USO) filed Public Submission to the Office of Trade & Labor Affairs (OTLA) under chapters 17 (labor) and 21 (dispute settlement) of the Colombia-United States Trade Promotion Agreement concerning the failure of the government of Colombia to comply with chapter 17 of the colombia-united states trade promotion agreement, alleging:
The government of Colombia (GOC) has failed to comply with multiple obligations under Chapter 17 of the U.S.-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement (TPA). The GOC has failed to effectively enforce its labor laws through a sustained and recurring course of inaction and action in a manner that affects trade and investment; waived or otherwise derogated from its statutes and regulations in a manner affecting trade or investment; failed to adopt and maintain in its statutes and regulations, and practices thereunder, the rights as stated in the International Labor Organization (ILO) Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work; failed to ensure that proceedings in its administrative, judicial or labor tribunals are transparent and do not entail unwarranted delays and failed to ensure that final decisions from its administrative, judicial or labor tribunals are made available without undue delay. The GOC is therefore in violation of its obligations under Chapter 17, Articles 17.2.1 (a)-(b), 17.2.2, 17.3.1 (a), 17.4.2 and 17.4.3. (b) of the TPA, which entered into force on May 15, 2012.
The labor unions and federations and non-governmental organizations (the “petitioners”) listed on the cover page hereby jointly file this petition with the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Trade and Labor Affairs (OTLA) in accordance with the procedures set forth at 71 Fed. Reg. 76691, Section F. Upon completing its investigation, petitioners request that the U.S. invoke Cooperative Labor Consultations under Article 17.7 of the TPA to ensure the GOC takes all measures necessary to amend its laws, regulations and procedures in accordance with ILO fundamental labor rights and address the legal, institutional, and practical obstacles to the effective enforcement of labor laws and access to justice. If these consultations fail to bring about full compliance with Chapter 17 within a year of their commencement, the petitioners urge the U.S. to invoke the dispute settlement process under Chapter 21. As described in this petition, the GOC has been out of compliance with its labor obligations since the first day the TPA went into effect. There is no legitimate reason that workers should continue to be denied their rights. Delay hurts not only the working people whose rights are denied, but all other working people whose pay and benefits are dragged down as a consequence, including workers in the U.S.
Certain Certain Warp Stretch Woven Rayon Blend Fabrics Okay'd for DR-CAFTA Short Supply
The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (``CITA'') has determined that certain warp stretch woven rayon blend fabrics, as specified below, are not available in commercial quantities in a timely manner in the CAFTA-DR countries. The product will be added to the list in Annex 3.25 of the CAFTA-DR Agreement in unrestricted quantities.
The request was filed by Grunfeld Desiderio Lerowitz Silverman & Klestadt LLP on behalf of Tang Textiles.
Product details
| Product | Certain Warp Stretch Woven Rayon Blend Fabrics Fabric #1: Warp Stretch Woven Rayon, Nylon, Spandex Fabric HTS: 5516.22.00; 5516.23.00; 5516.24.00 Fiber Content: Rayon: 67-80%; Nylon 15-35%; Spandex 2-6% Yarn configuration: Warp - nylon filament combined with spandex filament Filling - rayon staple Yarn Denier: Nylon and Spandex of various deniers. Width: metric: 139-153 cm English: 55-60 in Weight: 220-315 grams per square meter Thread Count (Density): Metric: 30-74 ends per cm (warp) X 27-38 picks per cem (filling) English: 76-185 ends per inch (warp) X 70-95 picks per inch (filling) Weave type: Various weaves Finish/Processing: Of yarns of different colors and/or piece dyed and/or printed. Fabric #2: Warp Stretch Woven Rayon, Polyester, Nylon, Spandex Fabric HTS: 5407.10.00; 5407.92.20; 5407.93.20; 5407.94.20; 5516.22.00; 5516.23.00; 5516.24.00 Fiber Content: Rayon: 30-70%; Polyester: 20-52%; Nylon 9-35%; Spandex 2-6% Yarn configuration: Warp - nylon filament, polyester filament and spandex filament Filling - rayon staple combined with polyester filament Yarn Denier: Polyester, Nylon and Spandex of various deniers. Width: metric: 139-153 cm English: 55-60 in Weight: 220-315 grams per square meter Thread Count (Density): Metric: 30-48 ends per cm (warp) X 27-40 picks per cem (filling) English: 76-120 ends per inch (warp) X 70-100 picks per inch (filling) Weave -type: Various weaves Finish/Processing: Of yarns of different colors and/or piece dyed and/or printed. |
Monday, May 16, 2016
Long Awaited MTB Process Contains Two Problems for U.S. Manufacturers
Since 1982, nearly every Congress has passed legislation to temporarily reduce or suspend tariffs on certain imported products and make technical corrections to U.S. tariff laws. Although the official title of the bill varies from year to year, it is usually referred to simply as the Miscellaneous Tariff Bill ("MTB") The duty suspensions and reductions are designed to boost the competitiveness of U.S. manufacturers by lowering the cost of imported inputs without harming domestic firms that produce competing products.
The last MTB passed by Congress expired on December 31, 2012. Since then, U.S. manufacturers have faced an annual $748 million tax increase on their inputs and the U.S. economy has suffered a $1.875 billion economic loss, according to an analysis by the National Association of Manufacturers. As a result, manufacturers in a broad range of industries have experienced tax burdens and lost jobs, consumers have faced higher prices, and U.S. businesses have lost their competitive edge over foreign companies.
Now, nearly three-and-a-half years after the expiration of duty suspension congress has finally started to act on much needed legislation to make U.S. manufacturers more competitive internationally.
WHAT CONGRESS DID NOT DO.
Congress did not restore the expired duty suspensions, nor even start the process of restoring them. U.S. textile producers paying import duties on inputs, such as certain acrylic and rayon fiber, not available from any domestic source will continue to pay those duties for the next several months.
WHAT CONGRESS DID.
Congress created a process for doing an MTB. The new process has the initial request for a duty suspension filed at the U.S. International Trade Commission ("ITC"), not congress. After vetting the request to assure that they conform to the standards that historically have been applied to temporary duty suspensions: (1) must have no domestic opposition, (2) must not result in more than $500,000 in lost tariff revenue, and (3) must be something that Customs can administer, the ITC will give congress a of list of recommended duty suspensions for the MTB. Congress may delete from the list but may not add to the list.
SO FAR SO GOOD, HOWEVER.
The ITC is directed to start the process no later than October 15, 2016. If, as is likely, the ITC takes until that date to start the process, then, due to various comment and response periods built into the process, the likely earliest date for those duty suspensions that expired at the end of 2016 to be restored is in the fall of of 2017. U.S. manufacturers will, likely, have to wait another 14 months or more before they can enjoy their former duty savings.
The new procedure also calls on the ITC, once the suspension are in effect, to evaluate the economic impact of the suspensions and recommend whether any duty suspensions or reductions should be made permanent by unilateral act of congress. Unilateral action making a suspension or reduction permanent raises two concerns--
1. Temporary suspensions or reductions leave open the possibility that a producer may in the future wish to enter this market, knowing that the duty will snap back with the expiration of the temporary provision.
2. Permanently zeroing out a tariff unilaterally deprives the U.S. of a bargaining tool when negotiating trade agreements.
While we cannot tell in advance whether the ITC will recommend making any duty suspension permanent, or whether congress would act on such a recommendation, the fact that the new process envisions taking what, since 1982, has been mechanism for making temporary duty suspensions and transforms it into a potential mechanism to make them permanent is troubling.
Clients of Agathon Associates and subscribers to Agathon Associates' Trade Advisor Service can find an annotated version of the new MTB procedures, with background, explanatory test, and likely timeline at http://www.agathonassociates.com/textile-pri/mtb/114-hr-4923-Annotated.pdf. 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, May 12, 2016
Made in the USA Makes the News
Agathon Associates' David Trumbull was recently cited as an expert in textiles and U.S. manufacturing by USA Today in a article about U.S. apparel manufacturing and the claims of Donald Trump regarding U.S. manufacturing.
Agathon Associates' Client Bolt Threads Raises $50 Million, Forms New Partnership to Further its Mission to Deliver Sustainable, High Performance Fabrics
Bolt Threads, an American-based biotechnology company creating the next generation of high performance fabrics, today announced it has raised $50 million in Series C financing. Existing investor Formation 8 led the round, along with new investors including Nan Fung, a business conglomerate based in Hong Kong, and Innovation Endeavors. Other existing investors, including Alafi Capital, East West Capital, Foundation Capital and Founders Fund also participated.
Since launching out of stealth last year, Bolt Threads has attracted the interest of both new investors and partners, including Patagonia. The company is now producing its Engineered Silk™ protein at large scale, and is moving into yarn manufacturing this summer.
“The $1.5 trillion textiles industry hasn’t achieved a major step forward since the 1930s, with the development of nylon,” said Jim Kim, founder and managing partner of Formation 8. “Bolt Threads’ engineered and elegant silks represent an opportunity to fundamentally impact and enable properties in clothing we never dreamed would be possible. Dan and the team at Bolt Threads are visionaries who have applied new age proprietary techniques to a non-traditional technology opportunity in a big, old-world sector. We look forward to the fashion and function trends that Bolt Threads will lead in textiles.”
Bolt Threads was co-founded in 2009 by CEO Dan Widmaier, Chief Scientific Officer David Breslauer, and Vice President of Operations Ethan Mirsky. The three were fascinated with natural silk, its properties and the process of its production in nature. This curiosity led them to develop technology to produce Engineered Silk™ made wholly of natural proteins, creating a sustainable and durable new material. Together with partners like Patagonia, Bolt Threads is pioneering more sustainable and non-toxic processes for textile manufacturing.
“Manmade fabrics like nylon and polyester have transformed the fashion industry, for better and for worse,” said Widmaier. “The use of hydrocarbon polymers in these textiles has created a lingering toxic problem for the environment. At Bolt Threads, we’re re-thinking textile manufacturing, producing high performance materials that are also not nearly as harmful to the environment as existing options. It’s an incredibly important and challenging problem to solve and we’re excited to collaborate with Patagonia and other partners to make cleaner textile production a reality.”
ABOUT BOLT THREADS
The material world is about to get a whole new material. Bolt Threads is creating the next generation of performance fibers and fabrics using proprietary breakthroughs in industrial biotechnology. Working at the molecular level, Bolt Threads will transform the textiles market, turning renewable raw materials into products with outstanding properties that meet specific consumer needs.
Wednesday, May 11, 2016
Federal Business Opportunities through May 11, 2016
Recently posted federal business opportunities.
------------------------------------------------------- Title: Customized Culinary Specialists Chef Uniforms Sol. #: N0024416T0137 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: Naval Supply Systems Command Location: NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego Posted On: May 10, 2016 5:19 pm Base Type: Sources Sought ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Personal Protective Equipment Weight Reduction and Sizing Focus Meeting Sol. #: W91CRB-16-R-PPES Agency: Department of the Army Office: Army Contracting Command Location: ACC - APG (W91CRB ) Division D Posted On: May 10, 2016 4:15 pm Current Type: Special Notice (Modified) Base Type: Special Notice Base Posting Date: May 04, 2016 4:26 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: SERVICE AND ADMINISTRATIVE UNIFORM PROGRAM Sol. #: Agency: Department of the Interior Office: Bureau of Reclamation Location: BOR - All Offices Posted On: May 10, 2016 3:56 pm Base Type: Award Notice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Elastic Webbing & Cord - Berry Amendment Compliant Sol. #: CT2210-16 Agency: Department of Justice Office: Federal Prison Industries/UNICOR Location: Contracting Office/Manchester Posted On: May 10, 2016 3:37 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: SERVICE AND ADMINISTRATIVE UNIFORM PROGRAM Sol. #: Agency: Department of the Interior Office: Bureau of Reclamation Location: BOR - All Offices Posted On: May 10, 2016 3:30 pm Base Type: Award Notice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: SERVICE AND ADMINISTRATIVE UNIFORM PROGRAM Sol. #: Agency: Department of the Interior Office: Bureau of Reclamation Location: BOR - All Offices Posted On: May 10, 2016 3:00 pm Base Type: Award Notice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Super Absorbent Yarn Netting Sol. #: N00167-16-T-0064 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: Naval Sea Systems Command Location: NSWC Carderock Division Posted On: May 10, 2016 2:56 pm Base Type: Presolicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Master IDIQ - Emergency Kits Sol. #: DJF-16-2300-PR-0005659 Agency: Department of Justice Office: Federal Bureau of Investigation Location: FedBid Marketplace Posted On: May 10, 2016 2:55 pm Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 05, 2016 8:37 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TENT,MX SHELTER, TAN, Sol. #: SPE1C116T1139 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 10, 2016 2:20 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Weather Watches Sol. #: FA4417-16-Q-0023 Agency: Department of the Air Force Office: Air Force Special Operations Command Location: 1 SOCONS- Hurlburt Posted On: May 10, 2016 1:28 pm Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 26, 2016 10:55 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Jungle Boots Sol. #: W912JA-16-T-0064 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 10, 2016 1:23 pm Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 29, 2016 11:36 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Fabric Suppliers for Food Service Uniform Sol. #: W911QYMMMMNNNN Agency: Department of the Army Office: Army Contracting Command Location: ACC - APG (W911QY) Natick (SPS) Posted On: May 10, 2016 12:46 pm Base Type: Sources Sought ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Air & Marine Student Gear Sol. #: 20091896 Agency: Department of Homeland Security Office: Customs and Border Protection Location: Procurement Directorate - DC Posted On: May 10, 2016 12:23 pm Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Mar 29, 2016 7:34 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Holsters, Helmets, and Magazines Sol. #: W912JA-16-T-0063 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 10, 2016 11:54 am Current Type: Presolicitation (Modified) Base Type: Presolicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 29, 2016 11:26 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Holsters, Helmets, and Magazines Sol. #: W912JA-16-T-0065 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 10, 2016 11:54 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: SACN_Law Enforcement Floatation Pants and Jackets Sol. #: P16PS01227 Agency: Department of the Interior Office: National Park Service Location: NPS - All Offices Posted On: May 10, 2016 10:29 am Base Type: Sources Sought ------------------------------------------------------- Title: BADGE,QUALIFICATION Sol. #: SPE1C116T1134 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 10, 2016 10:23 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: INSIGNIA,BRANCH OF Sol. #: SPE1C116Q0168 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 10, 2016 10:05 am Base Type: Award Notice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Promotional Products Sol. #: W911SD-16-T-0225 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 10, 2016 9:46 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: DECORATION SET,INDI Sol. #: SPE1C116Q0236 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 10, 2016 8:47 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: INSIGNIA,GRADE,ENLISTE Sol. #: SPE1C116Q0252 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 10, 2016 8:41 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: INSIGNIA,SHOULDER S Sol. #: SPE1C116Q0113 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 10, 2016 8:09 am Base Type: Award Notice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: INSIGNIA,SHOULDER S Sol. #: SPE1C116Q0112 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 10, 2016 8:09 am Base Type: Award Notice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: FLAG,NATIONAL Sol. #: SPE1C116T1010 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 09, 2016 10:05 pm Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 26, 2016 9:52 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Provide beanie caps for US Army Marketing and Research Group, Fort Knox, Kentucky during the period 1 July 2016 through 30 June 2017 with two one-year option periods Sol. #: W9124D-16-T-0042 Agency: Department of the Army Office: Army Contracting Command, MICC Location: MICC - Fort Knox Posted On: May 09, 2016 6:14 pm Current Type: Solicitation Base Type: Presolicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 08, 2016 9:11 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Non Fire-Resistant Combat Shirt Sol. #: FA8054-16-R-0001 Agency: Department of the Air Force Office: AFICA Location: AFICA- CONUS Posted On: May 09, 2016 3:52 pm Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Mar 28, 2016 3:21 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: INSIGNIA,RANK,OFFIC Sol. #: SPE1C116Q0246 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 09, 2016 3:42 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: FASTENER TAPE,HOOK Sol. #: SPE1C116Q0249 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 09, 2016 2:54 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: K9 Integrated Vest and Camera System Sol. #: OEM-16-069 Agency: Department of Justice Office: United States Marshals Service Location: Tactical Operations Division Posted On: May 09, 2016 2:36 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: CANTEEN,WATER Sol. #: SPE1C116Q0256 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 09, 2016 2:26 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Clothing & Screen Printing Order Sol. #: W912BU-16-R-0053 Agency: Department of the Army Office: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Location: USACE District, Philadelphia Posted On: May 09, 2016 2:18 pm Base Type: Presolicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Bag, Flyers Helmet Sol. #: SPRDL1-16-Q-0343 Agency: Department of the Army Office: Defense Logistics Agency Detachment Location: DLA TACOM - Warren Acquisition Center Posted On: May 09, 2016 1:36 pm Base Type: Presolicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Ballistics Vests and Accessories Sol. #: HQ0034-16-T-0083 Agency: Other Defense Agencies Office: Washington Headquarters Services Location: WHS, Acquisition Directorate Posted On: May 09, 2016 11:00 am Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 14, 2016 5:23 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: FIREFIGHTER GEAR Sol. #: W22G1F609500ZX Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 09, 2016 10:54 am Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 06, 2016 12:42 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: JV24-F Janesville Style Turnout Coat & Pants Sol. #: N00104-16-Q-X030 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: Naval Supply Systems Command Location: NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg PA Posted On: May 09, 2016 10:07 am Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 28, 2016 7:42 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD AS LIMITED SOURCE TROPICAL COMBAT BOOT (TCB) Sol. #: M67854-16-Q-1124 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: United States Marine Corps Location: MARCORSYSCOM Posted On: May 09, 2016 9:55 am Base Type: Special Notice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Purchase of shirts, jackets and nametags for NPS Sol. #: 40269664 Agency: Department of the Interior Office: National Park Service Location: NPS - All Offices Posted On: May 09, 2016 8:46 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: SERVICE RIBBON,AWAR Sol. #: SPE1C116T1108 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 08, 2016 2:08 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TEXTILE TAPE 167 YARD ROLL Sol. #: 7QSBAAA-R5-16-5853-SQA1 Agency: General Services Administration Office: Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) Location: Southwest Supply and Acquisition Center Posted On: May 06, 2016 6:37 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Uniforms, towels, & cleaning service requirement Sol. #: RFQ-IL-16-00018 Agency: Environmental Protection Agency Office: Office of Acquisition Management (OAM) Location: Region V Posted On: May 06, 2016 5:34 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Instructor Commercial Ram Air Parachute Systems (ICRAPS) Javelin Odyssey Harness/Container and SABRE2 Main/Reserve Parachutes Sol. #: H92239-16-T-0004 Agency: Other Defense Agencies Office: U.S. Special Operations Command Location: USASOC Posted On: May 06, 2016 5:19 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Vest Meet or Exceed Sol. #: HSFLAR-16-Q-00026 Agency: Department of Homeland Security Office: Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) Location: FLETC Artesia Facility (OAO) Posted On: May 06, 2016 2:44 pm 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: May 06, 2016 9:58 am Current Type: Presolicitation (Modified) Base Type: Presolicitation Base Posting Date: Mar 17, 2016 7:38 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: RA-1 Advanced Ram Air Parachute System Sol. #: W911QY-16-R-0020 Agency: Department of the Army Office: Army Contracting Command Location: ACC - APG (W911QY) Natick (SPS) Posted On: May 06, 2016 9:39 am Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 14, 2016 8:21 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Master IDIQ - Emergency Kits Sol. #: DJF-16-2300-PR-0005659 Agency: Department of Justice Office: Federal Bureau of Investigation Location: FedBid Marketplace Posted On: May 06, 2016 8:51 am Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 05, 2016 8:37 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: GLOVE, Latex Medical Grade Size 9 (L) Sol. #: 7QSBAAA-R5-16-1781-SQA1 Agency: General Services Administration Office: Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) Location: Southwest Supply and Acquisition Center Posted On: May 05, 2016 7:50 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: CANTEEN,WATER Sol. #: SPE1C116T1098 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 05, 2016 4:14 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: RBPO Course - Training Gear Sol. #: FY16RR023 Agency: Department of State Office: Office of Acquisitions Location: Acquisition Management Posted On: May 05, 2016 3:50 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: T-Shirts With Imprints and Logos Sol. #: W91243-16-T-L030 Agency: Department of the Army Office: National Guard Bureau Location: USPFO for Nebraska Posted On: May 05, 2016 3:48 pm Base Type: Sources Sought ------------------------------------------------------- Title: RBPO Course - Individual Equipment Sol. #: FY16RR021 Agency: Department of State Office: Office of Acquisitions Location: Acquisition Management Posted On: May 05, 2016 3:43 pm Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 05, 2016 3:43 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Uniform Cleaning Sol. #: 16-247-SOL-00045 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services Office: Indian Health Service Location: Phoenix Area Office Posted On: May 05, 2016 3:12 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Jungle Boots Sol. #: W912JA-16-T-0064 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 05, 2016 2:36 pm Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 29, 2016 11:36 am ------------------------------------------------------- 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: May 05, 2016 2:27 pm Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Mar 04, 2016 5:13 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: CVN72 BOOTS, FIREFIGHTING VARIOUS SIZES Sol. #: N62793-16-R-A078 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: Naval Sea Systems Command Location: SUPSHIP Newport News Posted On: May 05, 2016 2:24 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: THIS IS A PRE-SOLICITATION NOTICE ONLY for tool carrying back packs Sol. #: SPMYM216Q0972 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: Naval Supply Systems Command Location: DLA Maritime PSNS Posted On: May 05, 2016 12:32 pm Current Type: Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Presolicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 25, 2016 10:12 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: BELT,MILITARY POLIC Sol. #: SPE1C116T1091 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 05, 2016 12:26 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: CLUB,SELF-PROTECTIO Sol. #: SPE1C116T1090 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 05, 2016 12:26 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: BAG,TENT FRAME Sol. #: Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 05, 2016 11:38 am Base Type: Award Notice ------------------------------------------------------- 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: May 05, 2016 10:28 am Base Type: Presolicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: JV24-F Janesville Style Turnout Coat & Pants Sol. #: N00104-16-Q-X030 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: Naval Supply Systems Command Location: NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mechanicsburg PA Posted On: May 05, 2016 10:17 am Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 28, 2016 7:42 am ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Master IDIQ - Emergency Kits Sol. #: DJF-16-2300-PR-0005659 Agency: Department of Justice Office: Federal Bureau of Investigation Location: FedBid Marketplace Posted On: May 05, 2016 8:37 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Proximity suits Sol. #: 4201 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: Naval Supply Systems Command Location: NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Jacksonville Posted On: May 05, 2016 8:09 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: SHAPE,DAY,MARITIME Sol. #: SPE1C116Q0030 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 05, 2016 7:38 am Base Type: Award Notice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: CWU-27P Flyer's Coverall Cloth Sol. #: N00421-16-RFI-1007 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: Naval Air Systems Command Location: Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Pax River Posted On: May 05, 2016 6:46 am Base Type: Sources Sought ------------------------------------------------------- Title: MEDAL SET,SERVICE Sol. #: SPE1C116T0206 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 05, 2016 6:38 am Base Type: Award Notice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: INSIGNIA,GRADE,ENLI Sol. #: SPE1C116T0371 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 05, 2016 6:35 am Base Type: Award Notice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Fabric & Vinyl Restock Sol. #: FA5270-16-Q-A030 Agency: Department of the Air Force Office: Pacific Air Forces Location: 18 CONS - Kadena Posted On: May 04, 2016 7:47 pm Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 26, 2016 9:17 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: KEVLAR FABRIC Sol. #: SPMYM4-16-Q-0446 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Land and Maritime Posted On: May 04, 2016 5:43 pm Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: DECORATION,INDIVIDUAL Sol. #: SPE1C116Q0123 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 04, 2016 4:49 pm Base Type: Award Notice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Personal Protective Equipment Weight Reduction and Sizing Focus Meeting Sol. #: W91CRB-16-R-PPES Agency: Department of the Army Office: Army Contracting Command Location: ACC - APG (W91CRB ) Division D Posted On: May 04, 2016 4:26 pm Base Type: Special Notice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Maritime Security Helmets Sol. #: N61331-16-R-0014 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: Naval Sea Systems Command Location: NSWC Panama City Divison Posted On: May 04, 2016 4:05 pm Base Type: Presolicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: PLZT Goggle parts Sol. #: W912JB16P4027 Agency: Department of the Army Office: National Guard Bureau Location: 127 MSC, MICHIGAN NATIONAL GUARD Posted On: May 04, 2016 2:49 pm Base Type: Justification and Approval (J&A) ------------------------------------------------------- Title: 2016 Warrior Games Athletic Apparel Sol. #: 0010858437 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 04, 2016 2:43 pm Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 27, 2016 4:59 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: May 04, 2016 2:03 pm Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Mar 28, 2016 3:21 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: T-shirts and Hats Sol. #: W912L9-16-T-0019 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 04, 2016 1:06 pm Current Type: Award Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: Apr 10, 2016 6:58 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: MEDAL,SERVICE Sol. #: Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 04, 2016 10:39 am Base Type: Award Notice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TRAINING AID,BATON Sol. #: SPE1C116Q0240 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles - BSM Posted On: May 04, 2016 9:29 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: HELMET,COMBAT VEHIC Sol. #: SPE7L316TE672 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Land and Maritime - BSM Posted On: May 04, 2016 9:29 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: PROXIMITY SUIT Sol. #: N00244-16-T-0131 Agency: Department of the Navy Office: Naval Supply Systems Command Location: NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego Posted On: May 04, 2016 9:22 am Current Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Modified) Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Base Posting Date: May 03, 2016 5:09 pm ------------------------------------------------------- Title: T-Shirts Sol. #: 10848918 Agency: Department of the Army Office: FedBid Location: FedBid.com -- for Department of Army procurements only Posted On: May 04, 2016 9:19 am Base Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Anti-G Vest, 17/P Sol. #: SPE1C1-16-R-0102 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations Location: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles Posted On: May 04, 2016 9:10 am Current Type: Presolicitation (Modified) Base Type: Presolicitation Base Posting Date: May 02, 2016 1:13 pm -------------------------------------------------------
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