Request Date
05/11/2026
Deadline for Responses with Offer to Supply
05/26/2026
Deadline for Rebuttals to Offer to Supply
06/01/2026
Projected Completion Date/Effective Date
06/24/2026
Product Description
Certain Double Weave Polyester/Spandex Fabric HTS: 5407.52.20.40; 5407.72.00.15 Fabric Type: Woven – Double Weave Fiber Content (AATCC 20A): Polyester 88–92%, Spandex 8–12% Yarn Size Warp Yarn: 45-55 Denier/144 Filaments Semi-Dull Texturized + 15-25 Denier Spandex Textured Filament Weft Yarn 1: 45-55 Denier/72 Filaments Semi-Dull Texturized + 15-25 Denier Spandex Textured Filament Weft Yarn 2: 145-155 Denier/96 Filaments Semi-Dull Texturized Weave Type: Woven, Double Weave Dobby Thread Count (ASTM D3775): 66-72 warp ends × 70-78 filling picks Fabric Weight (g/m²) (ASTM D3776): 159 – 169 g/m2 Width (cuttable) (ASTM D3774) Metric: 124.5 – 139.7 cm English: 49 - 55 inches Stretch (%) (ASTM D3107) Warp: 20.4% (10%-30%) Weft: 18% (8% - 28%) Stretch Direction: Four-way stretch Finish (AATCC 197): Quick Dry (Wicking) Dye Type: Piece dye of various colors Shrinkage (AATCC 135): +/- 5% | Product Quantity
C | HTSUS Number
5407.52.20.40
5407.72.00.15 |
Cut through the tariff confusion with this virtual, expert-led session designed for manufacturers navigating the evolving tariff landscape. Our speakers include a Customs and Trade Attorney and a Licensed Customs Broker and Freight Forwarder. This practical session will begin with a brief overview of current developments, including the Section 122 10% global temporary tariffs, Section 301 investigations, Section 232 expansions, the status of IEEPA tariff refunds, and more, before opening it up for Q&A with attendees.
This program will be conducted in a Zoom Meeting format to promote interaction between the experts and attendees, so bring your Customs and tariff questions and be prepared to participate in a lively discussion.
Date: Friday, May 15, 2026
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. ET
Location: Online
Cost: $25
More information and registration https://www.sba.gov/event/82469.
May 12, 2026, Contract Opportunity: Cloth, Twill (Lining).
Original Set Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
NAICS Code: 313310 - Textile and Fabric Finishing Mills.
See SAM Notification.
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May 11, 2026, Contract Opportunity: Socks, Black, Athletic.
Cotton/nylon/spandex athletic crew socks.
The Solicitation for the purchase of the Socks, Black, Athletic will result with the intent of the Government to award two contracts – a 50% portion (Lot 0001) award and a 50% portion (Lot 0002) award. The RFP and proposed contract(s) will be issued as 100% Small Business Set-Aside. Only small business firms may submit offers for this acquisition. The Small Business Set-Aside will result in firm fixed price contract or contracts in accordance with FAR Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items. The resultant contract will be an award of a 60-month contract consisting of five (5) 12-month price tier periods. Each tier shall be for a 12-month period.
Contract Guaranteed Min: 204,000 pair
Annual Estimated Quantity: 816,000 pair per tier
Contract Maximum: 5,100,000 pair all tiers combined
All materials/components and manufacturing shall be BERRY AMENDMENT compliant.
The applicable North American Industrial Classification System Code (NAICS) is 315120 – Apparel Knitting Mills. Small business size standards matched to industry NAICS codes are published by the Small Business Administration and are available at http://www.sba.gov/content/table-small-business-size-standards.
See: SAM Notification.
May 12, 2026, Contract Opportunity: Fire & Emergency Services Work Uniforms
This solicitation is intended for the purchase of work uniforms for the Fire Department at NSA Souda Bay. The requirement includes various uniform items such as trousers, shirts, belts, and caps, in varying colors and sizes. The contractor shall provide the specified clothing items in the schedule of supplies attached as a single, complete delivery.
See: SAM Notification.
May 12, 2026, Contract Opportunity: Black Parka Coats West Point.
Original Set Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
The NAICS code 315210 Cut and Sew Apparel Contractors, size standard is 750 Employees.
See: SAM Notification.
SOFX Inc.,* Charleston, South Carolina, has been awarded a maximum $11,655,000 modification (P00012) exercising the third one‐year option period of a one‐year base contract (SPE1C1‐23‐D‐0046) with three one‐year option periods for extreme cold/wet weather jackets. This is a firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract. Location of performance is Tennessee, with a May 11, 2027, ordering period end date. Using military services are Army and Air Force. Type of appropriation is fiscal 2026 through 2027 defense working capital funds. The contracting activity is Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
*Small business
May 7, 2026: This recall involves youth sweatshirts with drawstrings. The sweatshirts are gray and have the Bobcat name and logo printed in black on the chest of the sweatshirt. The sweatshirts were sold in youth sizes 8/10 and 12/14. The size of the sweatshirt and “RN#36753” is printed on the neck label in black.
Remedy: Consumers should take the recalled clothing away from children immediately, remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard and contact Allura Imports for a full refund. Consumers should contact cs@alluraimports.com, with subject ‘RECALL’, along with their name and the date, to receive a shipping label to return the garment. Upon receipt, affected consumers will be issued a refund.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold At: Gabe’s stores from October 2025 through November 2025 for about $15.
Importer(s): Allura Imports Inc., of New York, New York
Manufactured In: Egypt
Recall number: 26-477
More information and photos at HERE.
May 11, 2026: Contract Awarded: Coveralls.
Awardee: ML CLICK MARKETING LL $37,000C.,
Base and All Options Value (Total Contract Value): $37,000
See: SAM Notification.
May 11, 2026: Aviation Body Armor Vests (ABAV) and Components.
FirstSpear Aviation Body Armor Vests (ABAV) and components including body armor are approved by-name Safe-to-Fly by AFLCMC/ROU Human Systems Division for both the HC-130J and HH-60W aircrew.
Original Set Aside Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
See: SAM Notification.
May 11, 2026: Contract Awarded: Women's Skirts.
Base and All Options Value (Total Contract Value): $309,292
Awardee: Gil Sewing Corp., Chicago, Illinois
See: SAM Notification.
May 11, 2026: Felt Sheet Contract Awarded
Awardee: Oak Leaf Defense LLC, Savannah, GA
Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business
Base and All Options Value (Total Contract Value): $37,000
See: SAM Notification.
The Defense Production Act (DPA) of 1950 (P.L. 81-774, 50 U.S.C. §§4501 et seq.), as amended, confers upon the President a broad set of authorities to influence domestic industry in the interest of national defense. The authorities can be used across the federal government to shape the domestic industrial base so that, when called upon, it is capable of providing essential materials and goods needed for the national defense.
Though initially passed in response to the Korean War, the DPA is historically based on the War Powers Acts of World War II. Gradually, Congress has expanded the term national defense, as defined in the DPA. Based on this definition, the scope of DPA authorities now extends beyond shaping U.S. military preparedness and capabilities, as the authorities may also be used to enhance and support domestic preparedness, response, and recovery from natural hazards, terrorist attacks, and other national emergencies.
Title III: Expansion of Productive Capacity and Supply, allows the President to incentivize the domestic industrial base to expand the production and supply of critical materials and goods. Authorized incentives include loans, loan guarantees, direct purchases and purchase commitments, and the authority to procure and install equipment in private industrial facilities.
See: CRS Report 42767 (October 6,2023).
May 8, 2026, Contract Opportunity Positive Pressure Suits
This is a Sources Sought notice. This is not a solicitation for proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations. The purpose of this notice is to obtain information regarding the availability of small business sources to meet the requirement.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking to obtain information regarding: (1) the availability and capability of qualified small business sources; (2) whether they are small businesses; HUBZone small businesses; service-disabled, veteran-owned small businesses; 8(a) small businesses; veteran-owned small businesses; woman-owned small businesses; or small disadvantaged businesses; and (3) their size classification relative to the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code of 315990 with 500 in size standards in number of employees for the required bio-safety level 4 (BSL-4) positive pressure suits.
Due to the nature of work performed in high containment laboratories, BSL-4 positive pressure suits are necessary for the safety of the researchers. These suits needed periodic replacement due to wear from chemical showers and other daily use. The BSL-4 positive pressure suits must be made from a material that is resistant to daily quaternary virucidal chemical showers. Each suit must include an in-line HEPA filtration system that connects to a facility provided breathing air system via standard Parker quick connections. The suits must use the air provided at 60 PSI and utilize an internal suit air distribution system to deliver 25 cfm that is HEPA filter exhausted. Air hose hook up shall be on the right side. All seams shall be air and watertight. The suit’s feet must be stocking type that will fit into a shoe or boot; and noise level inside the suit must be below the OSHA standard (OSHA's permissible exposure limit (PEL) is 90 decibels) and allow clear communication over radio or phone by the user while in the suit.
See: SAM Notification.
With the launch of the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE), CBP expects that scammers will attempt to use social media, email, and other communication methods to secure account information from importers in order to interfere with the process of refunding International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) duties.
Don’t get scammed! Don’t be a victim!
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If someone you do not know tells you they will file for an IEEPA refund on your behalf if you provide them with your personal information, company information, or banking information, this may be a scam. Only provide such information to trusted and validated parties.
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Using verified accounts through the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) Secure Data Portal, filing a CAPE Declaration is the only way to submit a request for an IEEPA refund. Do not enter any information into a website other than ACE that claims to process IEEPA refunds.
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CBP will generally not request sensitive information to process IEEPA refunds, such as Social Security numbers, bank account details, or passwords, via email or text message. If you receive a request for additional information from CBP to verify your identity, check that the request is from an official CBP email address (all CBP email addresses end in “@cbp.dhs.gov”).
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Requests for personal or financial information
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Offers of refunds in exchange for data
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Unsolicited emails, calls, or texts
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Pressure to act quickly
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Poor grammar, spelling errors, or suspicious links in solicitation emails
Protect your information—
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Ensure ACE account owner information is accurate and up to date.
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Do not respond to unsolicited emails about IEEPA refunds. CBP will not independently schedule reports to be delivered to users’ e-mail addresses. If trade users schedule ACE reports to be run and provided via email, reports will be provided from the following CBP email address: bobjadm@cbp.dhs.gov.
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Beware of phishing attempts: If you receive emails claiming to be from CBP regarding CAPE refund reports, verify the sender (all CBP email addresses end in “@cbp.dhs.gov”) and do not click on any links or attachments that have not been sent by CBP.
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Never share sensitive information: Do not provide personal or financial information in response to emails regarding CAPE refund reports or IEEPA refunds unless it is from a CBP email address (“@cbp.dhs.gov”).
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Use official channels: Always use official CBP email addresses for any questions or concerns.
May 7, 2026, Ceremonial Blue Service Caps.
This is a Sources Sought Notice ONLY. The U.S. Government currently intends to award contract on a Sole Source basis to Kingform Cap Company Inc for Blue Dress Service Caps for the United States Army Old Guard with a period of performance of 120 days.
See: SAM Notification
May 7, 2026, Bureau of Veterans Affairs Contract Opportunity: Safety Shoes Base Plus 4
See: SAM Notification.
NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD A SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITVE PROPOSALS. The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) intends to enter into a sole source Firm-Fixed Price contract with The Supply Cache for the Firefighter’s clothing, supplies and tools for BIA, Navajo Region, Fort Defiance – Wildland Fire under the authority of FAR 12.102(a), Contracting officers may solicit from one source if the contracting officer determines that the circumstances of the contract action deem only one source reasonably available (e.g., urgency, exclusive licensing agreements, brand-name or industrial mobilization). No solicitation is available and no technical questions will be answered regarding this requirement. The NAICS code for this acquisition is 339999. If a firm believes that the BIA should not pursue this procurement, it should submit a capability statement and pricing information for the requirement by 14:00 p.m. MDT on May 08, 2026. Please submit to Elsie Begay, Contract Specialist, via email at elsie.begay@bia.gov.
See: SAM Notificatin.
On May 6, 2026, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative published in the Federal Register (91 FR 24636) Initiation of Second Four-Year Review Process: China's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Technology Transfer, Intellectual Property, and Innovation.
SUMMARY: The U.S. Trade Representative is commencing the second, statutory four-year review of the two actions taken under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (Trade Act), in the investigation of China's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Technology Transfer, Intellectual Property, and Innovation. The two actions were effective, respectively, on July 6, 2018, and August 23, 2018, and subsequently were modified by imposing additional duties on supplemental lists of products, by the temporary removal of duties on certain products through product exclusions, and through the first, statutory four-year review. The first step in the four-year review process is notifying representatives of domestic industries which benefit from the actions of the possible termination of the actions and of the opportunity for these representatives to request continuation of the actions. Requests for continuation must be received in the 60-day window prior to the second four-year anniversary of the respective action: (1) between May 7, 2026, and July 5, 2026, for the July 6, 2018, action; and (2) between June 24, 2026, and August 22, 2026, for the August 23, 2018, action. The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) is notifying interested parties of these two time windows for representatives of domestic industries which benefit from the trade actions to request continuation of the corresponding trade actions through the USTR website portal.
If the trade actions continue as a result of one or more requests from representatives ofdomestic industries which benefit from the actions, USTR will proceed with the next phase of the review of the trade actions. The second phase of the review would be announced in one or more subsequent notices and would provide opportunities for public comments from all interested parties.
DATES:
- For the July 6, 2018, trade action, the web portal at https://comments.ustr.gov/s/ will open for requests to continue the action on May 7, 2026, and close at 11:59 p.m. on July 5, 2026.
- For the August 23, 2018, trade action, the web portal at https://comments.ustr.gov/s/ will open for requests to continue the action on June 24, 2026, and close at 11:59 p.m. on August 22, 2026.
On May 7, 2026, the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled published in the Federal Register (91 FR 24844) Procurement List; Proposed Additions and Deletions.
DATES: Comments must be received on or before: June 06, 2026.
The following product(s) are proposed for deletion from the Procurement List:
NSN(s) - Product Name(s)
- 8415-01-234-4409 - Sweatpants, Physical Fitness Uniform, Army, Gray, X-Small
- 8415-01-234-4410 - Sweatpants, Physical Fitness Uniform, Army, Gray, Small
- 8415-01-234-4411 - Sweatpants, Physical Fitness Uniform, Army, Gray, Medium
- 8415-01-234-4412 - Sweatpants, Physical Fitness Uniform, Army, Gray, Large
- 8415-01-234-4413 - Sweatpants, Physical Fitness Uniform, Army, Gray, X-Large
- 8415-01-234-4420 - Sweat Shirt, Physical Fitness Uniform, Army, Unisex, Gray, X-Small
- 8415-01-234-4421 - Sweat Shirt, Physical Fitness Uniform, Army, Unisex, Gray, Small
- 8415-01-234-4422 - Sweat Shirt, Physical Fitness Uniform, Army, Unisex, Gray, Medium
- 8415-01-234-4423 - Sweat Shirt, Physical Fitness Uniform, Army, Unisex, Gray, Large
- 8415-01-234-4424 - Sweat Shirt, Physical Fitness Uniform, Army, Unisex, Gray, X-Large
- 8410-01-478-1217 - Slacks, Army, Women's, Green, 4JP
- 8410-01-478-1229 - Slacks, Army, Women's, Green, 6JP 8410-01-478-1231 - Slacks, Army, Women's, Green, 8JP
- 8410-01-478-1232 - Slacks, Army, Women's, Green, 20MT 8410-01-478-1233 - Slacks, Army, Women's, Green, 20WT
- 8410-01-478-1253 - Slacks, Army, Women's, Green, 22MT 8410-01-478-1254 - Slacks, Army, Women's, Green, 22WT
- 8410-01-478-1381 - Slacks, Army, Women's, Green, 24MT 8410-01-478-1382 - Slacks, Army, Women's, Green, 26MT
- 8410-01-478-1385 - Slacks, Army, Women's, Green, 26WT 8410-01-478-1386 - Slacks, Army, Women's, Green, 24WT
- 8410-00-0SL-K699 - Slacks, Army, Women's, Green, Special Measurement
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 - Wednesday, September 16, 2026, Philadelphia, PA.
AAFA’s Government Contractors Forum at the DoubleTree Philadelphia City Center. The event will kick off with a Welcome Reception on Tuesday, September 15, followed by a full-day program on Wednesday, September 16.
See: AAFA Announcemnt.
May 6, 2026, Notice of Industry Day - Dept. of the Interior Uniform Items.
The Department of the Interior will host an Industry Day on March 27, 2026, at 11:00 am at the Main Interior Building (1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240). DOI is exploring requirements that would prioritize or require uniforms and uniform components to be manufactured in the United States, consistent with federal Made in America policies and domestic sourcing priorities. Vendors capable of providing U.S.-manufactured uniforms and domestically sourced materials are encouraged to review the notice and participate.
The purpose of the event is to engage with industry regarding a future solicitation for civilian uniforms, patches, insignia, headwear, footwear, outerwear, and other related items, including a full service web-based ordering system, in support of the Department of Interior’s and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ employee uniform programs. The Government has not finalized the acquisition strategy and seeks input from industry about the best method(s) to accomplish its program and contract objectives during this market research phase.
NAICS Code 315210: Cut and sew apparel contractors. Small business size standard: 750 employees. Product Service Group 84: Clothing, Individual Equipment, and Insignia and Jewelry; primarily 8415: Clothing, Special Purpose
See: SAM Notification.
President Trump's Budget Request for the Department of War includes encreases in troop strength for five of five regular forces and three out of six reserve forces.
The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) held its officer elections for fiscal year 2026 at its annual meeting April 14-16.
NCTO has elected Amy Bircher Bruyn, CEO and Founder of MMI Textiles as Chair, and Jay Todd, CEO and Managing Partner of Service Thread, as Vice Chair.
See: NCTO Press Release.
May 5, 2026, Contract Opportunity: Parka, Navy Working Uniform, Camouflage.
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
See: SAM Notification.
Training Topics: Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Readiness, Government Contracting, Government Industrial Base (GIB) Readiness, SBA Mentor-Protégé Program Information, Socioeconomic Certification (WOSB/VOSB/HUBZone/etc.)
Each year, our government spends billions of dollars in goods and services purchases from private firms. The SBA works to create an environment for maximum participation by small, disadvantaged, and woman-owned businesses in federal government contract awards and large prime subcontract awards. SBA administers several programs and services that assist small businesses in meeting the requirements to receive government contracts, either as prime contractors or subcontractors. These include the 8(a) Business Development Program, SAM, HUBZone Program, Cybersecurity, and SBA Mentor Protege Program. Find out how these programs can help your business.
More information and registration HERE.
May 5, 2026, Contract Opportunity: Coveralls.
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
See: SAM Notification.
The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements ("CITA") is considering Commercial Availability Request File Number CA2026001 for certain double weave nylon/polyester/spandex fabric, as specified below.
Interested Entities wishing to submit a Response with an Offer to Supply ("Response") must do so by the deadline of 11:59 P.M.(EDT) on May 14, 2026. Rebuttals to Responses are due by 11:59 P.M.(EDT) on May 20, 2026.
REQUESTED BY: Varsity Pro LTDA de CV, San Jose Villanueva, La Libertad, El Salvador.
SPECIFICATIONS: Certain Double Weave Nylon/Polyester/Spandex Fabric
HTS: 5407.72.00.60
Fabric Type: Woven – Double Weave
Fiber Content (AATCC 20A): 58–68% Nylon, 21-31% Polyester and 8–14% Spandex
Yarn Size
Warp Yarn: 65-70 Denier/48 Filaments Full-Dull Texturized +35 -45 Denier Spandex Textured Filament
Weft Yarn 1: 65-70 Denier /48 Filaments Full-Dull Texturized + 45 -35 Denier Spandex Textured Filament
Weft Yarn 2: 165-175 Denier /144 Filaments Semi-Dull Texturized
Weave Type: Woven, Double Weave Dobby
Thread Count (ASTM D3775): 66 - 72 warp ends × 55 - 60 filling picks
Fabric Weight (g/m²) (ASTM D3776): 232 – 242 g/m2
Width (cuttable) (ASTM D3774)
Metric: 124.5 – 149.9 cm, 137.2 cm cuttable
English: 49 - 59 inches, 54 cuttable
Stretch (%) (ASTM D3107)
Warp: 56.4% (45%-65%)
Weft: 26.4% (15%-35%)
Stretch Direction: Four-way stretch
Dye Type: Piece dye of various colors
Shrinkage (AATCC 135): +/- 5%
May 4, 2026, Contract Opportunity: Safety Shoes Base Plus 4
This is a Pre-solicitation notice. This Pre-solicitation notice is not a request for a formal quotes. Solicitation, 36C24626Q0528, will be issued on or about 30 April 21, 2026. The Department of Veterans Affairs has a requirement for Safety Shoes for the Salisbury VA Medical Center, Salisbury, North Carolina. This acquisition is set aside 100% for Small Businesses. The applicable NAICS Code is 316210 with a size standard of 1000 employees. All correspondence and responses shall be via e-mail to kenya.robinson@va.gov . Telephone requests for information or questions will NOT be accepted. Offerors are responsible for downloading all documents including amendments from Contracting Opportunities at sam.gov website without further notification from the Contracting Officer.
This is a Pre-solicitation notice. This Pre-solicitation notice is not a request for a formal quotes. Solicitation, 36C24626Q0528, will be issued on or about 30 April 21, 2026. The Department of Veterans Affairs has a requirement for Safety Shoes for the Salisbury VA Medical Center, Salisbury, North Carolina. This acquisition is set aside 100% for Small Businesses. The applicable NAICS Code is 316210 with a size standard of 1000 employees. All correspondence and responses shall be via e-mail to kenya.robinson@va.gov . Telephone requests for information or questions will NOT be accepted. Offerors are responsible for downloading all documents including amendments from Contracting Opportunities at sam.gov website without further notification from the Contracting Officer.
See: SAM Notification.
SDB Wear. Effective immediately, wear of the SDB Jacket or Eisenhower
jacket for E-7 and above in office buildings or workspaces is optional
throughout the fleet. This allows walking within the confines of a building
without the SDB Jacket or Eisenhower jacket covering the white shirt and tie.
Additionally, the black garrison cap is authorized as an acceptable
substitute for the combination cover for wear with the SDB coat or Eisenhower
jacket. This will allow individuals flexibility what to wear when working in
an office setting while wearing SDBs. Additionally, it allows an individual
to determine which cover makes the most sense for the situation.
NWU Type III Wear in the Pentagon. In coordination with the Acting
Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), effective 4 May 2026, NWU Type III wear is
authorized in the Pentagon. This change is being made to ensure the Navy is
aligned with the uniforms being worn in the Pentagon by other members of the
Joint Force and in an effort to continue to instill a warrior ethos in our
Sailors.
See: DoW Memo.
See: Navy Dress Uniform General Requirements and Information.
See: militarytimes.com.
Proposed procurement for NSN 8305016268066 CLOTH,IMPREGNATED: Line 0001 Qty 895 UI YD.
Offerors are required to comply with domestic material restrictions. The Berry Amendment, the Buy American Act, and other domestic material restrictions may apply. Offerors are instructed to refer to the solicitation clauses related to foreign sourcing for more information on applicability. The Berry Amendment threshold has been reduced to $150,000 and vendors must carefully review related clauses DFARS 252.225-7006, 252.225-7012, and 252.225-7015 for applicability requirements. If your offer is based on a non-domestic material, you are required to provide disclosure information in your quote and/or through written notification toTotal Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) the point of contact listed in the solicitation.
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
See: SAM Notification.
See: Senate Committee on Armed Services Press Release.
ASI is seeking a strategic and experienced communications professional to lead all internal and external messaging efforts. This full-time, on-site role in Englewood, Colorado, will oversee communications strategy, content development, media relations, and stakeholder engagement to strengthen the voice and impact of the U.S. sheep industry. The ideal candidate is a strong writer, digitally savvy, and skilled at translating complex industry and policy topics into clear, compelling messaging.
See: ASI Press Release.
Today is May Day, May 1st, which has little significance in America, but is widely observed in other nations.
For those Americans who have heard of May Day, probably the first thing that comes to mind is the celebrations in Great Britain. Dancing around the May Pole, crowning of the Queen of the May, Morris Dancers, and so forth. During the period of Puritan repression of the people of England (1649 - 1660) May Day was outlawed, which explains why here in New England, founded by Puritans, the May Day traditions never took hold. But even in the rest of America, May Day is not widely observed. May Day traditions are observed in various ways in several other European nations. The origins are unclear and may even trace all the way back to the ancient Roman festival of Floralia, which was celebrated on the fourth day before the Calends of May (April 28th in our calendar).
May Day is also, in many nations, Labour Day (or Workers Day, or some other name of the same effect). The connection of May 1st and honoring working men and women goes back to 1889, when some socialists named it International Workers Day. The Catholic Church celebrates Saint Joseph the Worker, as an optional memorial, on May 1st.
Here in America, where we don't have much use for socialist ideas, we celebrate our Labor Day on the first Monday in September. Actually, we capitalists had our Labor Day before the socialists. The first Labor Day celebration in the U.S. was on Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York. The following year it was repeated on September 5th, which was a Monday. Fairly quickly the first Monday in September came to be designated as Labor Day, first by a few States, and then more, so that by 1894 Labor Day was a public holiday in 23 of the 44 States. (Civics quiz, which States were admitted to the Union after 1894? Answer at the bottom of this column.) In 1894 Labor Day, on the first Monday in September, was designated a federal holiday.
So, why is it that in the movies, when a plane or ship is in extreme distress, someone gets on the radio and cries, "Mayday, mayday, mayday?" Well, in 1923, a senior radio officer, Frederick Stanley Mockford, in Croydon Airport in London, England was asked to think of one word that would be easy to understand for all pilots and ground staff in the event of an emergency. He came up with Mayday from the French m'aidez ("help me!") In 1927, the International Radiotelegraph Convention of Washington adopted the voice call Mayday and defined it as corresponding to the French pronunciation of the expression m'aidez. It is said three times to remove any possibility of ambiguity.
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QUIZ ANSWER. The following States were admitted to the Union after 1894: Utah, January 4, 1896, Oklahoma, November 16, 1907, New Mexico, January 6, 1912, Arizona, February 14, 1912, Alaska, January 3, 1959, Hawaii, August 21, 1959.
M M Manufacturing LLC,** Lajas, Puerto Rico, has been awarded a maximum $28,732,800 modification (P00020) exercising the third one-year option period of a one-year base contract (SPE1C1-23-D-0048) with three one-year option periods for various types of coats and trousers. This is a firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract. The ordering period end date is April 30, 2027. Using military services are Army, Navy, Air Force, and Space Force. Type of appropriation is fiscal 2026 through 2027 defense working capital funds. The contracting activity is Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
**Women-owned small business in historically underutilized business zones
Rules of origin (ROO) are laws, regulations, and procedures used for ascertaining the country of origin of imported products. ROO are important for assessing tariffs, enforcing U.S. trade laws, establishing eligibility for trade preference programs and free trade agreements (FTAs), and more. ROO may be a policy tool to shape global supply chains, incentivize manufacturing in certain countries, and address issues such as tariff evasion. Historically, Congress has created ROO for specific products and trade preference programs as well as shaped ROO in FTAs through consultation with the executive branch and approved those ROOs through implementing legislation.
See: Congressional Research Service publication IF10754.
Date: April 30, 2026.
Base and All Options Value (Total Contract Value): $208,000.
Contractor Awarded Name: BESHEEK LLC, Orlando, FL.
Type: Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB).
See: SAM Notification.
The U.S. Government desires to procure service for Black Parka Coats on a small business set-aside basis, provided 2 or more qualified small businesses respond to the sources sought notice with information sufficient to support a set-aside.
Be advised that the U.S. Government will not be able to set aside this requirement if 2 or more small businesses do not respond with information to support the set-aside. We encourage all small businesses, in all socioeconomic categories (including, 8(a) Business Development Program, Small Disadvantage Business, Historically Underutilized Business Zone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Women-Owned Small Business concerns), to identify their capabilities in meeting the requirement at a fair market price.
This purchase description covers the requirements for a Parka constructed with a shell melton cloth with the contents 90% Wool and 10% Nylon (+/- 3%).
SAM Notification.
THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT A MARKET SURVEY FOR WRITTEN INFORMATION ONLY. THIS IS NOT
A SOLICITATION ANNOUNCEMENT FOR PROPOSALS AND NO CONTRACT WILL BE AWARDED FROM THIS
ANNOUNCEMENT. NO REIMBURSEMENT WILL BE MADE FOR ANY COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH PROVIDING
INFORMATION IN RESPONSE TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT OR ANY FOLLOW-UP INFORMATION REQUESTS.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Philadelphia District, intends to award a Firm-Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery
Contract (IDC) for clothing (textiles) and screen printing services to meet the textile requirements of USACE Philadelphia (NAP) District in accordance with the attached specifications. This solicitation will be prepared in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Part 15, and Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This IDC will have an ordering period of five years for these specified supplies.
Responses to this sources sought announcement will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. All interested HUBZone, 8(a), Service Disabled Veteran Owned, Small Business contractors should submit a
narrative demonstrating their experience in the similar type contracts, as well as their technical capabilities. Please include size/classification of your firm.
SAM Notification.
This is for the purchase of the following:
- Item 0001: Marine Corps (MC), All-Purpose Environmental Clothing System (APECS), Woodland Camouflage, Class 1, Trousers
- NSN Series: 8415-01-506-5461
- PGC: 02867
- End Item Specification: MIL-DTL-32158 dated 19 January 2004
- Pattern Date: 19 March 2020
Item 0002: Navy Working Uniform (NWU), APECS, Woodland Camouflage, Type III, Trousers
- NSN Series: 8415-01-599-2357
- PGC: 03827
- End Item Specification: NCTRF PD 04-11A dated 17 April 2012
- Pattern Date: 26 January 2012
This requirement is being solicited as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 6.203. Refer to Section I of Amendment 0001 for full-text of FAR 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside.
See: SAM Notification.
on April 30, 2026, the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled published in the Federal Register (91 FR 23247) Deletions From the Procurement List.
NSN(s)--Product Name(s)
- 5340-00-894-9542--Strap, Webbing, 84'' x 1''
- 5340-00-715-3854--Strap, Webbing, 54'' length, 1'' wide
- 5340-00-020-5067--Strap, Webbing, 120'' x 1'', Steel Buckle
McRae Industries Inc.,* Mount Gilead, North Carolina (SPE1C1-26-D-0044, $43,753,986); and Original Footwear Manufacturing Inc.,* Big Rapids, Michigan (SPE1C1-26-D-0043, $41,922,741), have each been awarded a fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract under solicitation SPE1C1-26-R-0026 for cold weather combat boots. These are three-year contracts with no option periods. The ordering period end date is April 28, 2029. Using military service is Air Force. Type of appropriation is fiscal 2026 through 2029 defense working capital funds. The contracting activity is Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
*Small business
See: DoD Announcement.
The 42d Contracting Squadron, Maxwell AFB, AL is seeking sources to provide cold/wet weather gear for the 42d Security Forces Squadron in accordance with the draft Statement of Requirements (SOR) paragraphs 2.1- 2.5.3 (see Attachment). The Government is seeking information from industry to assist in determining what types of products and capabilities are available in the market for this type of requirement outlined in the attached DRAFT SOR.
See: SAM Notification
This procurement is for the manufacture and delivery of JACKET, SOFT SHELL COLD WEATHER GEN III LAYER 5, NSN 8415-01-641-1633(s), PGC: 04057. The Layer 5 Jackets are procured in accordance with GL-PD-06-05B, dated 9 March 2015, pattern dated 7 May 2010.
This subject procurement will be for one term with an 18-month ordering period with the following quantities:
100% Total Small business Set-Aside
18-Month Term
Contract Minimum: 32,784 EA
Contract Estimated Quantity: 131,136 EA
Contract Maximum: 163,920 EA
The Defense appropriations and authorization acts and other statutes (including what is commonly referred to as "The Berry Amendment" impose restrictions on the DoD's acquisition of foreign products and services. Generally, Clothing and Textile items (as defined in DFARS clause 252.225-7012) and "specialty metals" (as defined in DFARS clause 252.225-7014) must be grown, reprocessed, reused, melted or produced in the United States, its possessions or Puerto Rico, unless one of the DFARS 225.7002-2 exceptions applies.
See: SAM Notification.
April 29, 2026, the FY2026 mid-year forecast for industry is now posted on the C&T Website. Forecast letters will be sent to prime manufacturers. This notification shares this information with key material supplier within the C&T industrial base.
See: DLA Industry Support.
On April 29, 2026, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative published in the Federal Register (91 FR 23142) Request for Comments on the
Modernization of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).
SUMMARY: The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) invites comments from interested parties to inform the development of trade policy recommendations on the modernization of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), which is authorized through December 31, 2026. As part of forthcoming Congressional consideration of AGOA reauthorization, USTR will provide recommendations to Congress on reforms and modernizations to AGOA to ensure the program meets the needs of American workers and businesses, advances U.S. national security and economic security goals, optimizes balanced bilateral trade flows with beneficiary countries, and provides a path for reciprocal trade agreements with the more advanced countries as they develop and graduate from the program.
April 28, 2026, Award Notice: Flyer's Jacket
Base and All Options Value (Total Contract Value): $350,000.
Contractor Awarded Name: Darbonnier Tactical Supply LLC.
See: SAM Notification.
April 28, 2026, The United States Army is seeking commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) sleep pads for use in extreme cold weather. The goal of this effort is to identify vendors with capabilities to provide insulated sleeping pads. Interest is in readily available products or mature developmental items (must be based on a concise and attainable development/commercialization plan).
See: SAM Notification.
April 27, 2026, UNICOR, Federal Prison Industries, Inc., intends to enter into a five - year fixed price indefinite delivery-indefinite quantity type contract Cloth Poly and 100% POLY, MICRO, DENIER.
SOLICITATION IS 100% SET-ASIDE SMALL BUSINESS.
FABRIC MUST BE BERRY AMENDMENT COMPLIANT, DOMESTIC USA ONLY. NO FOREIGN ITEMS OR COMPONENTS ARE ACCEPTABLE. FABRIC MUST BE COMPLIANT WITH DFARS 252.225-7012, PREFERENCE FOR CERTAIN DOMESTIC COMMODITIES.
See: SAM Notification.
April 24, 2026, Sleeping Mat contract awarded.
Value: $3,760,560.
wardee: Pioneer Vocational/Industrial Services, Inc. Danville, KY
See: SAM Notification.
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