Thursday, February 28, 2019
Federal Prison Industries Wins $12 Million Army and Air Force T-Shirt Contract
AAFA Publishes 20th Edition of the Industry’s Restricted Substance List
On February 26, 2019, the American Apparel & Footwear Association published the 20th edition of the Restricted Substance List (RSL). As the “go-to” resource for industry professionals tasked with chemical management, the RSL lists banned and restricted chemicals and substances for finished apparel, footwear, and home textile products, identifying the most restrictive regulations worldwide. The RSL is an open-industry resource available to both AAFA members and the broader community.
"Keeping up with continuously evolving regulations at the global, national, and state level results in major complexities for our members," said Rick Helfenbein, president and CEO of the American Apparel & Footwear Association. "For more than a decade, AAFA has provided the Restricted Substance List as a solution to the complex dilemma of evolving global regulations. It is with great pride that we release this landmark edition to the broader community, as a resource to ensure product safety around the world."
The 20th edition of the RSL covers 12 categories with more than 250 chemicals and is updated to reflect additions or changes to regulations and laws that restrict or ban certain chemicals in finished apparel, footwear, and home textile products. The RSL is produced by AAFA’s RSL Task Force, which reviews and updates the list regularly to reflect the latest global regulatory changes.
The RSL can be accessed here.
Wednesday, February 27, 2019
Army Coat Contract Awarded
Federal Business Opportunities through February 27, 2019
------------------------------------------------------- Title: Deployment Gear Sol. #: Agency: Department of the Air Force ------------------------------------------------------- Title: COVERALLS Sol. #: SPMYM319Q9028_90227021 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: DECORATION,UNIT Sol. #: SPE1C119T1022 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Wildland Fire Boots BPA Sol. #: W912JV-19-Q-2000 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Total Solutions for Law Enforcement, Security, Facilities Management, Fire, Rescue Sol. #: 7FCI-L3-030084-B Agency: General Services Administration ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Rifleman Set w/TAP and Components Sol. #: SPE1C1-19-R-0021 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: LAPEL BUTTON, CIVILIAN, US ARMY Sol. #: KNOXG4EG0001_01 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: OPTION - Cloth Polyester Twill - Lining Sol. #: W911SD19R0030 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: P248 Water Purification Testing Sol. #: W911QYPMCIETesting Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Gloves, Leather, Light Duty (LDUG) Sol. #: SPE1C119R0049 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TENT LINER Sol. #: SPE1C119T1152 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: CLOTH,IMPREGNATED Sol. #: SPE1C119T1091 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Commercial Item, Fabric Pre-Cuts for Liners, AF Trunks Sol. #: CT2260-19 Agency: Department of Justice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TENT Sol. #: SPE1C119T1136 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: CLOTH,TERRY Sol. #: SPE1C119T1141 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Gloves, Leather, Light Duty (LDUG) Sol. #: SPE1C119R0049 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: MODULAR SCALABLE VEST-SM-SCORPION,-MD-SCORPION, LG-SCORPION, XL SCORPION Sol. #: FTPOLKJRTCOPSGRPAAJ0001 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: 50 State Indoor Parade Quality Flag Sol. #: FJHHBNKJ0002 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Barbed Wire Handler's Gloves Sol. #: BWHG-2019-02-22 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Safety Gloves Sol. #: W911KF-19-Q-0011 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Battlefield Airmen Rapid Refresh and Replenishment (BARS) Parachute Equipment Harness Sol. #: FA8629-19-R-5000 Agency: Department of the Air Force ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Pants, Flame Resistant, Aramid (Type I & II) (PGCs: 04003 & 04005) Sol. #: SPE1C1-19-R-0024 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Shirt, Flame Resistant, Aramid (PGC: 04004) Sol. #: SPE1C1-19-R-0070 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: PSD Purchase Sol. #: ShawAFBHHBNUSARCENTHMJ0010 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: 30' x 32.5' Maintenance Shelter with Barn Doors Qty 2 furnish and install Sol. #: McCOYDESDJT0020 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Total Solutions for Law Enforcement, Security, Facilities Management, Fire, Rescue Sol. #: 7FCI-L3-030084-B Agency: General Services Administration ------------------------------------------------------- Title: High Risk Tactical Training Sol. #: N6328519T0394 Agency: Department of the Navy ------------------------------------------------------- Title: BUCKLE Sol. #: Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Hoods, Balaclava 2000 EA Sol. #: W912PQ19Q0005 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: PROTOTYPE UNIFORMS TROUSERS AND BLOUSES Sol. #: N0018919QG046 Agency: Department of the Navy ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Security Personnel Apparel Sol. #: TJ-2019-0002 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services ------------------------------------------------------- Title: SERVICE RIBBON,AWAR Sol. #: SPE1C119T1017 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Marine Corps Steel Toed Boots Sol. #: WOOD1STENBDECL0011 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: White Cotton Webbing Sol. #: W911SD-19-R-0034 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Total Solutions for Law Enforcement, Security, Facilities Management, Fire, Rescue Sol. #: 7FCI-L3-030084-B Agency: General Services Administration ------------------------------------------------------- Title: LAPEL BUTTON, CIVILIAN, US ARMY Sol. #: KNOXG4EG0001_01 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: LAPEL BUTTON, CIVILIAN, US ARMY Sol. #: KNOXG4EG0001 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: BALL CAPS AND BEANIES Sol. #: W44W9M-19-T-0065 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Intermediate Cold Wet Coyote Boot Sol. #: SPE1C1-19-R-0000 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Lightweight Plate Solicitation Package Sol. #: M67854-19-R-1500 Agency: Department of the Navy ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Martime Buoyant Plates (MBP) Sol. #: N61331-19-KN-0001 Agency: Department of the Navy ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Supply Sol. #: W912CM19R0004 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Athletic Socks Sol. #: W90VN8-19-R-0008 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Total Solutions for Law Enforcement, Security, Facilities Management, Fire, Rescue Sol. #: 7FCI-L3-030084-B Agency: General Services Administration ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Aircrew Flight Equipment - Eagle CIACS and Rhodesian Vest Sol. #: FA461319Q1003 Agency: Department of the Air Force ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Cloth, India White Sol. #: W911SD-19-R-0032 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Tarps Sol. #: POLKJRTCLPC0005 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: PSD Purchase Sol. #: ShawAFBHHBNUSARCENTHMJ0010 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: GREY & WHITE DRESS CAPS Sol. #: W911SD-19-Q-0005 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: OPTION - Cloth Polyester Twill - Lining Sol. #: W911SD19R0030 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: INL/Mexico Tactical Equipment Sol. #: 191NLE19Q0028 Agency: Department of State ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Maritime Armor System (MAS) Sol. #: N61331-19-LH-0001 Agency: Department of the Navy ------------------------------------------------------ Title: Upholstery Services Sol. #: W911N2-19-R-TA01 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Gloves, Leather, Light Duty (LDUG) Sol. #: SPE1C119R0049 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Hoods, Balaclava 2000 EA Sol. #: W912PQ19Q0005 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Textile Tape Sol. #: 47QSWA-19-D-1708 Agency: General Services Administration -------------------------------------------------------
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, February 26, 2019
Textile Aircraft Arresting Systems Contract Awarded
Navy Working Uniform Contract Awarded
Monday, February 25, 2019
No March 2nd China Tariff Hike
....productive talks, I will be delaying the U.S. increase in tariffs now scheduled for March 1. Assuming both sides make additional progress, we will be planning a Summit for President Xi and myself, at Mar-a-Lago, to conclude an agreement. A very good weekend for U.S. & China!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) February 24, 2019
Friday, February 22, 2019
Army and Air Force Cold/Wet Weather Jacket Contract Awarded
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
Federal Business Opportunities through February 20, 2019
------------------------------------------------------- Title: BAG,TENT FRAME PART Sol. #: SPE1C119T1121 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Athletic Socks Sol. #: W90VN8-19-R-0008 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: KATUSA Athletic Shoes Sol. #: W90VN819R0018 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: T3 Geronimo 2 Plate Carrier (Multi-Cam) Sol. #: FA461319Q1002 Agency: Department of the Air Force ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Jacket, Air Force Intermediate Weather Outer Layer, Flame Resistant Sol. #: SPE1C1-19-R-0059 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Trousers, Air Force Intermediate Weather Outer Layer, Flame Resistant Sol. #: SPE1C1-19-R-0055 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Police Uniforms Sol. #: HM157519Q0016 Agency: Other Defense Agencies ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Master BPA - FCC Coleman Boot Truck for Uniformed and Boots Required Employees Sol. #: 965205 Agency: Department of Justice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: SLING,FLAGSTAFF Sol. #: SPE1C119T1110 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Screen Print Services Sol. #: RFQ-19-039 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Martime Buoyant Plates (MBP) Sol. #: N61331-19-KN-0001 Agency: Department of the Navy ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Athletic Socks Sol. #: W90VN8-19-R-0008 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: GLOVE ANTI-C SZ9 Sol. #: N0010419QBC75 Agency: Department of the Navy ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Custom Tents for the NOAA Hawaiian Monk Seal Research Program Sol. #: NFFR7400-19-00862 Agency: Department of Commerce ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Snow Camo Parka Sol. #: SPE1C119RXXXX Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Pin Container, Temper Sol. #: 77504143 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Paraclete Omega ICW Plate or Equivalent Sol. #: W911N2-19-Q-0003 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Total Solutions for Law Enforcement, Security, Facilities Management, Fire, Rescue Sol. #: 7FCI-L3-030084-B Agency: General Services Administration ------------------------------------------------------- Title: 16oz Fire Retardant Canvas Tarpaulins 8' x 20' Sol. #: FLWCEHCRV0034 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Commercial Item, Fabric, Berry Amendment Compliant for AF Trunk Program Sol. #: CT2259-19 Agency: Department of Justice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: SAFETY SHOES - WEST Sol. #: Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: FIELD PACK Sol. #: SPE1C119R00140005 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Athletic Socks Sol. #: W90VN8-19-R-0008 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: PAIL,PLASTIC COLLAP Sol. #: SPE1C119Q00320003 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Retention Sol. #: PolkW6N9AATMC0004 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Transport Cover Frame, LME Sol. #: 8340014759504 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Repair Kit, MGPTS Sol. #: 8340014910486 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Liner, Helmet (Zetaliner III) Sol. #: SPE1C1-19-Q-0105 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TENT SECTION Sol. #: Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: CARRIER,TENT FRAME Sol. #: Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: HOUSING,FLYER'S HEL Sol. #: SPE1C119Q0022 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Second Chance Vests Sol. #: W91ZRU-19-R-0007 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Wildland Fire Boots BPA Sol. #: W912JV-19-Q-2000 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Boiler Suits Sol. #: SPMYM319Q3011 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: GLOVES,MEN'S Sol. #: SPE1C119T1081 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Uniform Jackets and Bibs various sizes Sol. #: McCOYDESDJT0018 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Total Solutions for Law Enforcement, Security, Facilities Management, Fire, Rescue Sol. #: 7FCI-L3-030084-B Agency: General Services Administration ------------------------------------------------------- Title: IFAK Sol. #: DPGOPDTS190213a Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Screen Print Services Sol. #: RFQ-19-039 Agency: Department of Health and Human Services -------------------------------------------------------
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, February 19, 2019
List 3 China 301 Tariffs to Have Exclusion Process
Companies seeking to file for exclusions should begin preparing now, as the process requires highly detailed product description. If Agathon Associates assisted you with comments or hearing testimony relating to List 3, contact David Trumbull at david@agathonassociates.com to set up an appointment to begin the evaluation of any potential exclusion filings.
Here is the relevant language in the Explanatory Statement--
Section 301 Exclusion Process. USTR has finalized tariffs on goods from China under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 in three separate rounds, and provided an exclusion process that allows U.S. businesses to obtain relief from the Section 301 tariffs for goods subject to tariffs in rounds 1 and 2. It is concerning that there is no exclusion process for goods subject to tariffs in round 3 of the Section 301 proceedings, as was done in the first two rounds. USTR shall establish an exclusion process for tariffs imposed on goods subject to Section 301 tariffs in round 3. This process should be initiated no later than 30 days after the enactment of this Act, following the same procedures as those in rounds 1 and 2, allowing stakeholders to request that particular products classified within a tariff subheading subject to new round 3 tariffs be excluded from the Section 301 tariffs. USTR shall consult with the Committees on Appropriations, the House Committee on Ways and Means, and the Senate Committee on Finance regarding the nature and timing of the exclusion process. USTR shall also report to such committees no later than 30 days after enactment of this Act on the status of the exclusion process.
Sunday, February 17, 2019
Army Combat Helmet Chinstrap Contract Awarded
Wednesday, February 13, 2019
"Here Let US Stop" - George Washington, 1796
Monday, February 18, 2019, is a federal holiday in the United States honoring George Washington's birthday. Government offices, banks, and some businesses will be closed in observance of the holiday which is annually celebrated on the third Monday in February. Because the date typical falls between the actual calendar date birthdays of presidents Washington and Lincoln, it is commonly called "Presidents Day," although the official designation is "Washington's Birthday."
"The great rule of conduct for us in regard to foreign nations is in extending our commercial relations, to have with them as little political connection as possible. So far as we have already formed engagements, let them be fulfilled with perfect good faith. Here let us stop." -- George Washington’s Farewell Address, 1796.
We likewise neglect Washington's sage warning against entangling foreign alliances. Even in our commercial relations our leaders, not content merely to trade with the rest of the world, have entered into binding agreements restricting our ability to control our own commerce, to encourage domestic manufacturing, or even to protect our citizens from unsafe products. Our legal obligations to the World Trade Organization and our bilateral and multilateral trade agreements entangle us in a network of supra-national laws that can, effectively, overturn the actions of our elected Congress and President.
On November 8, 2016, the American people finally said, "Enough," and elected a President who promised to put the interest of the American people first. President Donald J. Trump has fulfilled that promise. As President his first major action was withdrawing the U.S. from the Trans-Pacific Partnership, a monstrosity of a trade deal, calculated to destroy hundreds of thousands of American jobs. In his statement upon exiting the TPP, Trump said:
"It is the policy of my Administration to represent the American people and their financial well-being in all negotiations, particularly the American worker, and to create fair and economically beneficial trade deals that serve their interests."
During the campaign, Barack Obama, who pushed for the TPP, which would have given preferred access to the U.S. market to Islamofascist Brunei and totalitarian Communist Vietnam, said that Trump would need a "magic wand" to fulfill his promises to restore the U.S. economy to health. Well, President Trump found that wand. The President has brought record low unemployment, record high employment, and rising wages, by going back to the wisdom of George Washington.
NCTO ANNOUNCES KIMBERLY GLAS AS NEXT PRESIDENT & CEO
The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) has announced the appointment Kimberly Glas as the organization's new President & CEO, effective April 29th of this year. Ms. Glas will succeed Augustine "Auggie" D. Tantillo, who previously announced his intention to step down from the same position at NCTO.
Current NCTO Chairman Marty Moran, CEO of Jefferson, Ga.-based Buhler Quality Yarns, noted that the selection follows a rigorous search process that led to her unanimous approval by NCTO Board of Directors. Ms. Glas brings over 20 years of experience in government policy development and advocacy. Her multi-faceted career includes spearheading manufacturing and trade policy efforts on Capitol Hill, serving as a key leader on behalf of the textile industry in the Obama Administration, and most recently leading a non-profit organization working to advance critical policies to grow quality, U.S. jobs in the clean energy economy.
"I am honored and excited for the opportunity to lead NCTO and to work on behalf of this innovative industry. I am grateful to Auggie for his leadership and all his support and friendship over the years and am deeply appreciative to the NCTO membership for this incredible opportunity," said Glas. "I could not be more excited about taking on this role. I know how critical this industry is to so many across the United States and the value it represents. I am thrilled to be able to work on its behalf to advance its priorities."
Ms. Glas most recently served as Executive Director of the BlueGreen Alliance, a national partnership of labor and environmental organizations working to advance the creation of quality U.S. jobs in the clean energy economy. In this capacity, she worked closely with labor, environmentalists and U.S. industry at the intersection of energy, the environment and trade to advance common-sense policy solutions in order to help achieve a stronger economy and a more sustainable future.
Prior to that, from 2009 to 2014, Ms. Glas served as the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Textiles, Consumer Goods and Materials at the U.S. Department of Commerce under the Obama administration. In this capacity, Ms. Glas managed three offices of nearly 40 employees and oversaw programs and strategies to improve the domestic and international competitiveness of the U.S. textile and apparel industries. Ms. Glas worked closely with the United States Trade Representative, other key agencies, and Congress to advance a multitude trade policy interests critical to the U.S. industry, including advancing fixes to the CAFTA-DR agreement to help maintain and grow the U.S. textile workforce.
Ms. Glas also brings extensive Capitol Hill experience, having worked for U.S. Representatives Michael Michaud of Maine and John J. LaFalce of New York. Kim helped to initially organize, and then served as the key Congressional staffer for the House Trade Working Group, a key coalition of Members of Congress that works extensively on trade policy and domestic competitiveness issues to this day.
NCTO is a Washington, DC-based trade association that represents domestic textile manufacturers, including artificial and synthetic filament and fiber producers.
U.S. employment in the textile supply chain was 550,500 in 2017.
The value of shipments for U.S. textiles and apparel was $77.9 billion in 2017.
U.S. exports of fiber, textiles and apparel were $28.6 billion in 2017.
Capital expenditures for textile and apparel production totaled $2.4 billion in 2016, the last year for which data is available.
FTZ Filing Seeks Exemption from U.S. Import Duty on Woven and Knitted Fabrics
Production under FTZ procedures could exempt Woodbridge from customs duty payments on the foreign-status components used in export production. On its domestic sales, for the foreign-status materials/components noted below, Woodbridge would be able to choose the duty rates during customs entry procedures that apply to: Synthetic textile fabrics laminated with polyurethane foam and woven scrim; vinyl goods laminated with polyurethane foam and knit or woven scrim backing; vinyl goods laminated with polyurethane foam; synthetic textile and cotton mix fabrics laminated with polyurethane foam; and, polyurethane foam laminated with woven scrim (duty rate ranges from 2.7% to 6.5%). Woodbridge would be able to avoid duty on foreign-status components which become scrap/waste. Customs duties also could possibly be deferred or reduced on foreign-status production equipment.
The components and materials sourced from abroad include: Vinyl coated fabric with polyvinyl chloride; woven polyester fabric yarn dyed and coated with polyurethane; synthetic leather rolls; vinyl leather imitation; artificial leather cloth; sheets of plastics--cellular--polyvinyl chloride fabric of man-made fibers; sheets of plastics--non-cellular--polyvinyl chloride; sheets of plastics--cellular--100% plastic; rolls of cotton fabric coated with polyvinyl chlorides; fabric of man-made fibers coated with over 70% plastic; fabric of man-made fibers coated with under 70% plastic; sheets of plastics--cellular--polyvinyl chloride--over 70% plastic combined with 65/35 poly cotton fabrics; sheets of plastics--cellular--of other plastics; woven synthetic fabric rolls 100% for automotive industry; polyvinyl chloride leather; 100% polyester knit fabrics; 9803X polyester nonwoven backing; polyester nonwoven scrim; and, knitted polyester fabric 100% (circular knit) (duty rate ranges from duty-free to 14.9%).
Of particular interest to readers of Textiles and Trade is the request for exemption from import duties on the following fabrics:
| Description | HTSUS | Duty |
|---|---|---|
| Synthetic fiber woven fabric | 5407.52.20.60 | 14.9% |
| Cotton fabric coated with polyvinyl chloride | 5903.10.1000 | 2.7% |
| Man-made fiber fabric coated with less than 70% of polyvinyl chloride | 5903.10.2500 | 7.5% |
| Man-made fiber fabric coated with less than 70% of polyurethane chloride | 5903.20.2500 | 7.5% |
| 100% polyester warp knit fabric | 6005.37.00.80 | 10.0% |
| 100% polyester circular knit fabric | 6006.31.00.40 | 10.0% |
Comments are due by March 25, 2019. If you are interested in opposing this application for exemption from import duties, Agathon Associates can assist you, contact David Trumbull at
Federal Business Opportunities through February 13, 2019
------------------------------------------------------- Title: Alaska Shelter Tent Parts Sol. #: FA524019S0003 Agency: Department of the Air Force ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Safety Gloves Sol. #: W911KF-19-Q-0011 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: 140th Wing AEF Gear and Uniforms Sol. #: W912LC19Q5003 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TENT, TEMPER AIR SUPPO Sol. #: SPE1C119T1076 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Balistic Helmets Sol. #: DPGOPDTS190212a Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: BAG,TENT FRAME PART Sol. #: SPE1C119T1071 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: FLOOR,TENT Sol. #: SPE1C119T1063 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Police/ Law Enforcement Badge Sol. #: 70US0918Q70090012 Agency: Department of Homeland Security ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Total Solutions for Law Enforcement, Security, Facilities Management, Fire, Rescue Sol. #: 7FCI-L3-030084-B Agency: General Services Administration ------------------------------------------------------- Title: 30' x 32.5' Maintenance Shelter with Barn Doors Qty 2 furnish and install Sol. #: McCOYDESDJT0020 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Custom Tents for the NOAA Hawaiian Monk Seal Research Program Sol. #: NFFR7400-19-00862 Agency: Department of Commerce ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Firefighter Flash Hood PGC 34401 Sol. #: FirefighterFlashHoodSPE1C1-19-R-X007 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: PERMETHRIN TREATMENT FOR GARMENTS Sol. #: CT2255-19 Agency: Department of Justice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: MODULAR SCALABLE VEST-SM-SCORPION,-MD-SCORPION, LG-SCORPION, XL SCORPION Sol. #: FTPOLKJRTCOPSGRPAAJ0001 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: BAG,TENT FRAME PART Sol. #: SPE1C119T1053 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TEMPER TYPE XLI, AIR S Sol. #: SPE1C119T1041 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: SHOE, M/W, DRESS OXFORD, (NAVY) CERTIFIED Sol. #: SPE1C1-19-R-0006 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: GUIDON Sol. #: SPE1C119T1054 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Police/ Law Enforcement Badge Sol. #: 70US0918Q70090012 Agency: Department of Homeland Security ------------------------------------------------------- Title: GLOVES,DISPOSABLE Sol. #: Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Intent to Sole Source - Chinstrap Extenders Sol. #: M6785419P1548 Agency: Department of the Navy ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Textile Tape Sol. #: 47QSWA-19-D-1708 Agency: General Services Administration ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Food Handler's Cap Sol. #: 47QSWA-19-D-1707 Agency: General Services Administration ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Chemical Carrier Mask Sol. #: W56HZV-19-Q-0041 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: On Site Mobile Shoe Mobile Sol. #: N64498-19-Q-5041 Agency: Department of the Navy ------------------------------------------------------- Title: INSIGNIA,GRADE,ENLI Sol. #: SPE1C119T0937 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Police Uniforms Sol. #: HM157519Q0016 Agency: Other Defense Agencies ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TROUSERS, GEN III, LAYER 5 Sol. #: SPE1C119R0043 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Plastic quick release holster for Frag Grenade/Flash Bang Grenade Sol. #: 0075rs82 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Bootlist Sol. #: 0075rs8boots3 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: STRIPE,TROUSERS, DRESS Sol. #: SPE1C119Q0092 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: ACU FR Unisex & Female Coats and Trousers Sol. #: SPE1C1-19-R-XX00 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Personal Promotional Item: T-Shirts Sol. #: PANMCC19P0000009019 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Chemical Carrier Mask Sol. #: W56HZV-19-Q-0041 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: DECORATION SET,INDI Sol. #: SPE1C119Q0096 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: 60' x 38' x 9.5' TENT Sol. #: N0016719Q0048 Agency: Department of the Navy ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Wildland Fire Boots BPA Sol. #: W912JV-19-Q-2000 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: DRIVERS GLOVES Sol. #: W44W9M19T0058 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Ballistic Advanced Combat Helmets Sol. #: FA487719QA018 Agency: Department of the Air Force ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Custom Tents for the NOAA Hawaiian Monk Seal Research Program Sol. #: NFFR7400-19-00862 Agency: Department of Commerce ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Lanyards with custom logos for US Army Marketing and Research Group, Fort Knox, KY Sol. #: W9124D-19-R-0023 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: INSIGNIA,GRADE,ENLISTE Sol. #: SPE1C119Q0103 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Gray Blue Flannel Sol. #: W911SD-19-R-0013 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Police Long Gun Lockers Sol. #: 36C24719Q0273 Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs ------------------------------------------------------- Title: PC Gen III Carrier J&A for P00005 Sol. #: M67854-18-D-1309 Agency: Department of the Navy ------------------------------------------------------- Title: USMC Ballistic Post, Ballistic Screw and Spacer Sol. #: SPE1C1-16-C-0016 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: MEDAL,SERVICE Sol. #: SPE1C119T1021 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: INSIGNIA,GRADE,ENLI Sol. #: SPE1C119T1016 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: DECORATION,UNIT Sol. #: SPE1C119T1022 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: SERVICE RIBBON,AWAR Sol. #: SPE1C119T1017 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Horse Hair Sol. #: W911SD-19-R-0010 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Market Research Survey - Butyl and TAP Gloves Sol. #: SPE1C1-19-R-TBD(Butyl_Gloves) Agency: Defense Logistics Agency -------------------------------------------------------
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, February 12, 2019
Op-Ed by Commerce Secretary Wilbur L. Ross: Trade Reciprocity Needed Now
Target Recalls Toddler Boots Due to Choking Hazard
This recall includes the Cat & Jack “Chiara” toddlers’ unicorn boots in sizes 5-13, and size 1. The boots are white with silver shimmer, include a white zipper, and white faux fur lining. The unicorn’s horn and inner ears are silver glitter and its eyelashes and nostrils are stitched and gray in color. At the base of the unicorn’s horn is pink, purple, and blue faux fur. The back and sides of the boots contain multi-colored stripes. The model numbers are located on the inside tag of the boot. The recalled model numbers begin with TARGET0930156XX, where XX corresponds to a specific sized boot.
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Item Number |
Product Name |
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093-01-5653 |
Cat & Jack "Chiara" Boots Size 5 |
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093-01-5654 |
Cat & Jack "Chiara" Boots Size 6 |
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093-01-5655 |
Cat & Jack "Chiara" Boots Size 7 |
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093-01-5656 |
Cat & Jack "Chiara" Boots Size 8 |
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093-01-5657 |
Cat & Jack "Chiara" Boots Size 9 |
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093-01-5658 |
Cat & Jack "Chiara" Boots Size 10 |
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093-01-5659 |
Cat & Jack "Chiara" Boots Size 11 |
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093-01-5660 |
Cat & Jack "Chiara" Boots Size 12 |
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093-01-5661 |
Cat & Jack "Chiara" Boots Size 13 |
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093-01-5662 |
Cat & Jack "Chiara" Boots Size 1 |
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled boots away from children and return them to any Target Store for a full refund.
Incidents/Injuries: Four consumers reported the unicorn’s horn detached. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At: Target stores nationwide, online at Target.com, and on Google Express from October 2018 through November 2018 for about $27.
Manufacturer(s): Putian Licheng Phoenix Footwear CO., of Fujian, China
Importer(s): Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn.
Distributor(s): Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn.
Manufactured In: China
Recall number: 19-062
Sunday, February 10, 2019
Notice of February 27 Commercial Customs Operations Advisory Committee Meeting.
The Commercial Customs Operations Advisory Committee (COAC) will hold its quarterly meeting on Wednesday, February 27, 2019, in Washington, DC. The meeting will be open to the public.
Agenda
The COAC will hear from the current subcommittees on the topics listed below and then will review, deliberate, provide observations, and formulate recommendations on how to proceed:
1. The Secure Trade Lanes Subcommittee will present plans for the scope and activities of the Trusted Trader and CTPAT Minimum Security Criteria Working Groups. Recommendations will be presented regarding the proposed Forced Labor Trusted Trader Strategy. The subcommittee will also deliver recommendations from the Petroleum Pipeline Working Group for CBP to develop and codify uniform reporting procedures for pipeline carriers as well as entry and bonding procedures for importers. The subcommittee will also deliver recommendations from the In-Bond Working Group regarding potential automation and process enhancements.
2. The Intelligent Enforcement Subcommittee will provide necessary updates from the Anti-Dumping and Countervailing Duty, Bond, and Forced Labor Working Groups and recommendations from Intellectual Property Rights Working Group.
3. The Next Generation Facilitation Subcommittee will discuss the E-Commerce Working Group's progress on mapping the supply chains of various modes of transportation to identify the differences between e-commerce and traditional channels to address CBP's strategic plan regarding e-commerce threats and opportunities for both the government and trade. The subcommittee will also provide an update on the status of the Emerging Technologies Working Group's NAFTA/CAFTA and Intellectual Property Rights Blockchain Proof of Concept Projects. Finally, the subcommittee will provide recommendations from the Regulatory Reform Working Group upon completing its review of Title 19 of the Code of Federal Regulations to identify regulations for potential repeal or modification to eliminate or reduce costs and burdens for U.S. businesses.
Friday, February 8, 2019
MAS Holdings Chairman Honored for Humanitarian Work
Wednesday, February 6, 2019
Federal Business Opportunities through February 6, 2019
------------------------------------------------------- Title: BAG,TENT FRAME PART Sol. #: SPE1C119T1014 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Ballistic Advanced Combat Helmets Sol. #: FA487719QA018 Agency: Department of the Air Force ------------------------------------------------------- Title: FLAG,NATIONAL Sol. #: SPE1C119T0904 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Security Forces MASSIF Cold Weather Layering System Sol. #: FA4626-19-Q-0024 Agency: Department of the Air Force ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Medium Rucksack Set Sol. #: SPE1C1-18-R-TBA4 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Fire Marshall Uniform and Alteration Svcs Sol. #: HQ0034-19-R-XXXX Agency: Other Defense Agencies ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Liner Kits Used in Assembly of M8E1 Chemical and Biological Protective Shelters Sol. #: W52P1J-18-R-LINR Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: WET WEATHER GEAR Sol. #: SPE1C1-19-R-X011 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Danner name brand Flashpoint II 10" All Leather Black Wildland Fire Fighter Boot Sol. #: sources_sought_F2K2AC9014A001 Agency: Department of the Air Force ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TYVEK SUITS Sol. #: DJF192200PR0001949 Agency: Department of Justice ------------------------------------------------------- Title: SPMYM2-19-Q-0903 Sol. #: SPMYM2-19-Q-0903 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: VISOR,FLYER'S HELME Sol. #: SPE1C119Q0100 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Court Shoes Sol. #: W911SD-19-R-0016 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Trousers, Mens, PW, Gab, Marine Corps, Green, Shade 2212 Sol. #: Trousers_Mens_PW_Gab_Marine_Corps_Green_Shade_2212 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Trousers, Mens, PW, Gab, Marine Corps, Sky Blue, Shade 2319 Sol. #: Trousers_Mens_PW_Gab_Marine_Corps_Sky_Blue_Shade_2319 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: BOOT,CONNECTOR,TENT Sol. #: SPE1C119T1008 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TENT,COT Sol. #: SPE1C119T1003 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Office: DLA Acquisition Locations ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TENT Sol. #: SPE1C119T0999 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Total Solutions for Law Enforcement, Security, Facilities Management, Fire, Rescue Sol. #: 7FCI-L3-030084-B Agency: General Services Administration ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Emergency Military Personnel Decontamination Package Sol. #: CAMPBELL45SFGNK0001 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Competition_Accessories Sol. #: Competition_Accessories_MU8355-0002 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Tent for NTC 19--04 Sol. #: W91QVP19P6500P00003 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Aircrew OCP Uniform Items Sol. #: POPE43AESFB0003 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: INL/Mexico Tactical Equipment Sol. #: 191NLE19Q0028 Agency: Department of State ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Maintenance Tent Sol. #: BRAGG1SWTGVSW0010 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: SHROUD,FACE AND NEC Sol. #: SPE1C119Q0095 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: FLAGSTAFF HEAD Sol. #: SPE1C119T0982 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TEMPER TYPE XLVIII-STA Sol. #: SPE1C119T0980 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: STREAMER SET,AWARD Sol. #: SPE1C119T0986 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: MENS JACKET Sol. #: SPMYM219Q0442 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Police/ Law Enforcement Badge Sol. #: 70US0918Q70090012 Agency: Department of Homeland Security ------------------------------------------------------- Title: FLAG,NATIONAL Sol. #: SPE1C119Q0075 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: STS Cold WX Garments Sol. #: W912KZ-19-Q-5006 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Generation II Advanced Bomb Suit (GEN II ABS) - Phase 2 Production Award Sol. #: Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: CLOTH, FILAMENT Sol. #: SPMYM2-19-Q-0982 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Helmet Retention System Prize Challenge Sol. #: MCSC-HelmetRetentionSystem-PrizeChallenge Agency: Department of the Navy ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Lightweight Plate Solicitation Package Sol. #: M67854-19-R-1500 Agency: Department of the Navy ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Second Chance Vests Sol. #: W91ZRU-19-R-0007 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Coyote Brown Steel Toe Boots Sol. #: W912LD-19-Q-5002 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: White Cotton Webbing Sol. #: W911SD-19-R-0034 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Police Long Gun Lockers Sol. #: 36C24719Q0273 Agency: Department of Veterans Affairs ------------------------------------------------------- Title: THREAD Sol. #: SPE1C119T0970 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TENT Sol. #: SPE1C119T0967 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: TEMPER TYPE XLI, AIR S Sol. #: SPE1C119T0960 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: RAIN COATS WITH POUCH Sol. #: W911SD-19-R-0018 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Fire Suppression Lithium-Ion Bags Sol. #: W9133L-19-R-0040 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Maintenance Tent Sol. #: BRAGG1SWTGVSW0010 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Satin Cloth Sol. #: SPE1C1-19-R-0038 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: FLOOR,TENT Sol. #: Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Total Solutions for Law Enforcement, Security, Facilities Management, Fire, Rescue Sol. #: 7FCI-L3-030084-B Agency: General Services Administration ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Pail, Plastic Collapsible Sol. #: SPE1C119Q0032 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: FLAG,SIGNAL Sol. #: SPE1C119T0777 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency ------------------------------------------------------- Title: 84 -- Total Solutions for Law Enforcement, Security, Facilities Management, Fire, Rescue Sol. #: 7FCI-L3-030084-B Agency: General Services Administration ------------------------------------------------------- Title: GREY & WHITE DRESS CAPS Sol. #: W911SD-19-Q-0005 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Point Blank Level IIIA Body Armor Sol. #: WSMRATECRB0007 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: Black Wind Breaker Sol. #: W911SD-19-R-0027 Agency: Department of the Army ------------------------------------------------------- Title: DECORATION SET,INDI Sol. #: SPE1C119Q0096 Agency: Defense Logistics Agency -------------------------------------------------------
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, February 5, 2019
U.S. Report Finds China out of Compliance with WTO Commitments Relating to Textiles, Intellectual Property, Export Subsidies, and Import Barriers
On February 4, 2019, USTR Released the Annual Reports on China's WTO Compliance
China and Russia present unique and serious challenges for members of the WTO and the multilateral trading system, largely because of their failure to embrace the pursuit of open, market-oriented policies, the U.S. Trade Representative said in the annual reports. China became a member of the WTO in 2001 and Russia joined the WTO in 2012.Selected highlights of the 2018 annual report on China’s WTO compliance:
- Despite repeated commitments to refrain from forcible technology transfer from U.S. companies, China continues to do so through market access restrictions, the abuse of administrative processes, licensing regulations, asset purchases, and cyber and physical theft.
- China committed to open the electronic payment services market in 2006. This commitment was confirmed in a 2012 ruling by the WTO’s dispute settlement body resulting from a U.S. legal challenge. Today, the reality remains that no foreign electronic payment services companies conduct business in China’s domestic market.
- China’s use of export and import substitution subsidies has been ubiquitous throughout the past two decades in sectors as diverse as automobiles, textiles, advanced materials, medical products and agriculture, despite explicit prohibitions in the WTO Agreement.
- China has repeatedly committed to review applications of agricultural biotechnology products in a timely, ongoing and science-based manner. However, the Chinese regulatory authorities continue to review applications slowly and without scientific rationale, while Chinese companies continue to build up their own capabilities in the area of agricultural biotechnology.
- China has repeatedly deployed illegal export restraints, such as export quotas, export licensing, minimum export prices, export duties and other restrictions, on scores of raw material inputs, as determined in multiple WTO cases brought by the United States and other WTO members. China has used these illegal export restraints to provide substantial cost advantages to a wide range of downstream producers in China at the expense of foreign producers, while creating pressure on foreign producers to move their operations, technologies and jobs to China.
- Any review of China’s trade regime also shows that China’s regulatory system is so opaque that it is often difficult for U.S. companies – or even the U.S. government – to fully understand China’s legal requirements in a particular area of the economy. This problem is exacerbated by China’s extremely poor record of adhering to its transparency obligations as a WTO member. These shortcomings create their own trade barriers and undermine the competiveness of China’s trading partners.
Monday, February 4, 2019
CPSC Commissioners to Meet with Arlene Blum from Green Science Policy Institute (GSPI) on Furniture Flammability
NCTO Announces Retirement of President & CEO Auggie Tantillo
Augustine “Auggie” D. Tantillo, President & CEO of the National Council of Textile Organizations, has announced his intention to retire from his position later this year. Tantillo has enjoyed a 38-year, multifaceted career in the Washington policy arena, most of which involved direct representation of the U.S. textile industry.
NCTO Chairman Marty Moran stated, “Due to his vast institutional knowledge and skill in navigating policy matters in Washington, Auggie will certainly be missed. On behalf of our entire membership, I want to express our gratitude to Auggie for his dedicated and important service to our industry,” Moran added.
Tantillo stated, “It has been a tremendous privilege to represent an industry that has made such an enormous contribution to the U.S. economy and the U.S. workforce. I will always be grateful for the confidence that the domestic textile sector has shown in me as the head of this important organization.”
In the spring of last year, NCTO formed a search committee to undertake the process of selecting a replacement for Tantillo. After vetting numerous highly-qualified individuals and conducting a thorough interview process with leading candidates, the organization intends to make a public announcement on Tantillo’ s replacement in the coming weeks.
Tantillo has worked in government service or government relations in Washington, D.C. since 1981. Prior to joining NCTO, he served as Executive Director of the American Manufacturing Trade Action Coalition, a trade association dedicated to furthering the interests of U.S. manufacturing, particularly with respect to textiles. At earlier points in his career, Tantillo was Deputy Assistant Secretary for Textiles & Apparel at the U.S. Department of Commerce under President George H. W. Bush, and Chief of Staff to U. S. Senator Strom Thurmond of South Carolina. Tantillo earned a B.S. in Agricultural Economics from Clemson University.
NCTO is a Washington, DC-based trade association that represents domestic textile manufacturers, including artificial and synthetic filament and fiber producers.
- U.S. employment in the textile supply chain was 550,500 in 2017.
- The value of shipments for U.S. textiles and apparel was $77.9 billion in 2017.
- U.S. exports of fiber, textiles and apparel were $28.6 billion in 2017.
- Capital expenditures for textile and apparel production totaled $2.4 billion in 2016, the last year for which data is available.
Saturday, February 2, 2019
Two Manufacturers Win Contracts for Army and Air Force jackets, Extreme Cold/Wet Weather GEN III Jackets
Coachys & Associates LLC, Roswell, Georgia, has been awarded a maximum $28,390,500 firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for jackets, extreme cold/wet weather, GEN III. This is an 18-month base contract with one one-year option period. This was a competitive acquisition with five responses received. Locations of performance are Georgia and Tennessee with an Aug. 1, 2020, performance completion date. Using military services are Army and Air Force. Type of appropriation is fiscal 2019 through 2020 defense working capital funds. The contracting activity is the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (SPE1C1-19-D-1134).