Announcement for H.R. 8800 – National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027

H.R. 8800 – National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027

The House Committee on Rules may meet the week of June 29th to provide for floor consideration of H.R. 8800, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027.

Read the annoucement HERE.

PROPOSED AMENDMENT(S)

Representative Ralph Norman (Republican, South Carolina 5th) offered an amendment to require the Department of the Army to provide a briefing to the House and Senate Armed Services Committees within 180 days on currently validated insect repellents available to the Army. Directs the briefing to include ongoing evaluations of insect-repellent fabric treatments for combat uniforms, performance analyses of such treatments, and current research and development efforts to improve uniform insect repellency. Submitted

See: https://amendments-rules.house.gov/amendments/Draft%20amendment260618144900374.pdf.

SHEIN Distribution Corporation Recalls Michley Children’s Pajamas Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Burn Hazard; Violate Mandatory Standard for Children’s Sleepwear

This recall involves Michley-branded children’s pajamas. The recalled one-piece pajamas were sold in green with a dinosaur patch, pink with a bunny patch, yellow with a giraffe patch and purple with a rabbit patch; and in sizes 80 through 130. “Michley” and the size are printed on a sewn-in seam label.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled pajamas immediately and contact SHEIN for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to destroy the pajamas by cutting them in half and send a photo of the destroyed pajamas to uscsteam@shein.com. Consumers should then dispose of the destroyed product.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Sold Online At: SHEIN.com from May 2025 through December 2025 for about $25. The third-party seller has not responded to CPSC’s Notice of Violation. CPSC issued a Product Safety Warning for products sold by the seller.

Importer(s): SHEIN Distribution Corporation, of Los Angeles, California

Manufactured In: China

Recall number: 26-567

More information and photos HERE.

Veseacky Pajama Sets Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Burn Hazard; Violate Mandatory Standards for Children’s Sleepwear

This recall involves Veseacky pajama sets. The pajama sets consist of a long-sleeve, button-up top with a front pocket and matching pants. They were sold in various colors and prints. The pajama sets have the size and care instructions printed on a sewn-in side seam label. The model number “C0001-NB 130-LCUS” is on a barcode sticker on the packaging.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled pajama sets immediately and contact Veseacky for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to destroy the pajamas by cutting them in half and send a photo of the destroyed pajama set to Veseackypajamarecall@outlook.com. Consumers should then dispose of the destroyed product.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Sold Online At: Amazon.com from October 2020 through January 2026 for about $29.

Importer(s): Shenzhen City ShengRu Fu Shi Company Ltd., doing business as Veseacky, of China

Manufactured In: China

Recall number: 26-564

More information and photos HERE.

CBP Miami Seizes Over 16,000 Counterfeit FIFA World Cup 2026™ Jerseys

Release Date Thu, 06/18/2026

MIAMI, Fla – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Miami announced today the seizure of 8,400 counterfeit Nike soccer jerseys, valued at a domestic total of $252,000 and a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price of $840,000. This significant seizure occurred on June 17, 2026, at Miami International Airport as part of the ongoing Trade Special Operation World Cup.

More information and photo HERE.

Officers at Houston seaport seize more than $6 million in counterfeit FIFA World Cup 2026 Merchandise

Release Date Thu, 06/18/2026

HOUSTON – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers from the Area Port of Houston/Galveston Trade Enforcement Team today announced they have seized athletic wear, soccer balls, toys, sunglass cases, counterfeit Apple products, and perfume for Intellectual Property Rights violations, including trademarks owned by FIFA. Total domestic value of the counterfeit merchandise was over $6 million.

More information and photo HERE

CSMS # 68987884 CORRECTION: Reauthorization of Preferential Trade Legislative (PTL) Programs - African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), Haiti Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE), and Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP)

This message replaces CSMS 67647279 published on February 6, 2026.

This updated guidance provides importer instructions for requesting AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP retroactive duty refunds.

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2026 Reauthorization

On February 3, 2026, the President signed H.R.7148 (“the Act”), extending duty-free treatment through December 31, 2026, for imports from eligible African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) beneficiary countries and select imports from Haiti under the Haiti/HOPE and Haiti/HELP programs, for imports entered or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption. The Act extends special rules for Haiti under the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act.

The Act also provides for retroactive duty refunds (without interest) of ad valorem duties paid on eligible imports entered or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption during the lapse of these programs from October 1, 2025, through February 3, 2026. Retroactive duty refunds are applicable only to the Column 1 ad valorem duties paid during the lapse. Refunds made pursuant to the Act are not available for merchandise processing fees or any other type of duty.

Additionally, this guidance is to inform the Trade that effective Friday, February 6, 2026, 12:01 A.M., importers were able to resume claiming preferential benefits for eligible AGOA non-textiles products by filing entries with the special program indicator SPI “D”, and for eligible AGOA and Haiti textile products by filing the applicable textile Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) tariff number along with the qualified chapter 98 HTSUS numbers provided below.

Applicable entries filed after February 3, 2026, are considered current preferential claims with all normal avenues available for changes to entries including Post Summary Correction (PSC), Protest, etc.

Further, effective Monday, February 9, 2026, 12:01 A.M. importers were able to resume claiming preferential benefits on applicable imports under the reestablished quota programs for eligible imports from AGOA beneficiary countries and Haiti.

For eligible quota entries filed between February 4 through February 8, 2026, quota was processed once it was reestablished for both programs.

Further, this message is to inform the Trade that pursuant to Presidential Proclamation 11030 issued May 19, 2026, the Gabonese Republic (Gabon) has been reinstated as a beneficiary sub-Saharan African country under AGOA, effective January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. Non-textile imports from Gabon will receive preferential benefits as provided under General Note 16 of the HTSUS. Textile products of Gabon are not eligible for benefits.

AGOA Textile Program
The HTSUS Chapter 98, subchapter XIX identifies HTSUS Chapter 1-97 AGOA eligible textile goods.

Twelve (12) HTSUS 98 numbers are associated with AGOA textile commodities: 9819.11.03, 9819.11.06, 9819.11.09, 9819.11.12, 9819.11.15, 9819.11.18, 9819.11.21, 9819.11.24, 9819.11.27, 9819.11.30, 9819.11.33, 9802.00.80.42.

Haiti HOPE/HELP Textile Program
Haiti HOPE/HELP programs provide preferential treatment for imports of apparel, textiles, and wire harness classified under HTSUS 8544.42.9090.

The HTSUS, U.S. Note 6 of Chapter 98, Subchapter XX of the HTSUS, lists the 98 numbers assigned to this program for commodities under HTSUS chapter 42, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65 and more.

Thirteen (13) HTSUS 98 numbers are associated with Haiti textile commodities: 9820.42.05, 9820.61.25, 9820.61.30, 9820.61.35, 9820.61.40, 9820.61.45, 9820.62.05, 9820.62.12, 9820.62.20, 9820.62.25, 9820.62.30, 9820.63.05, 9820.65.05.

Haiti HOPE - Earned Import Allowance Program (EIAP)
Earned Import Allowance Certificates issued by the Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration, Office of Textiles and Apparel must be submitted electronically within the 52 record (License/Permit/Certificate (LPC) Type Code “13”) to claim earned import allowance credits for qualifying fabric under the Haiti HOPE program.

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Importer Instructions for Requesting Retroactive Duty Refund
Eligible AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP entries submitted during the lapse (October 01, 2025, through February 3, 2026) and for which ad valorem duties were paid are allowed to submit a retroactive duty refund request to CBP no later than August 2, 2026.

1. Unliquidated Entries and filing Post Summary Corrections (PSC): 
Filers must submit a retroactive refund request via PSC for unliquidated entries within 180 days of the Act's enactment date.

To ensure timely processing in the weekly liquidation cycle, filers must submit an Accelerated Liquidation Request with their PSC submission using the appropriate ABI indicator (liquidation reason code 37 - Filer request for refund.)

The “PSC Filing Explanation” must clearly state 'Retroactive AGOA Duty Refund' or ‘Retroactive Haiti Duty Refund’ and reference the relevant CSMS message number and date – CSMS # 68987884, dated June 18, 2026.

PSC refund requests related to Non-Textile products under the AGOA preference program must include the SPI “D” on the PSC entry.

PSC refund requests related to Textile products under AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP preference programs must be completed to include the following:

a) File the Chapter 1-97 HTSUS tariff code together with the applicable HTSUS chapter 98 number mentioned above under headings labeled, “AGOA Textile Program and “Haiti HOPE/HELP Textile Program.”

b) Visas issued by AGOA or Haiti government authorities are not required to claim retroactive refunds for AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP eligible textile imports. However, ACE system validations require that a number be entered in the LPC Perm Cert # field in the 52-record when a PSC pairs HTSUS chapter 98 with the associated HTSUS textile commodity code.

• • If a visa number for an entry made during the lapse is available, it may be entered in the 52-record when filing the PSC.
  • For AGOA, if no visa number is available, please use the following placeholder: 9XX999999, where XX is the ISO country code for the country of origin of the goods. For example, 9KE999999, would be used for textile eligible goods from Kenya.
  • For Haiti HOPE/HELP, if no visa number is available, please use the following placeholder: XHT999999, where X is the calendar year of export (enter 5 for 2025 or 6 for 2026). For example, 5HT999999 would be used for textile goods eligible for HOPE/HELP exported in calendar year 2025.

c) The SPI "D" must not be filed with textiles entries.

Note: PSCs filed later than 180 days after the Act's enactment date (after August 2, 2026) for eligible AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP entry summaries that occurred during the lapse period will be rejected, and the retroactive duty refund will not be issued.

2. Liquidated Entries and filing Protest within the Protest Period: 
For liquidated entries, a protest must be submitted no later than 180 days after the Act's enactment date – by August 2, 2026. The “Reason for Protest” field must clearly state “Retroactive AGOA Duty Refund” or “Retroactive Haiti Duty Refund” and reference the relevant CSMS message number and date - CSMS # 68987884, dated June 18, 2026. A Certificate of Origin and a costed bill of materials including origin of each material must be submitted to support each refund request.

Note: Protests filed later than 180 days after the Act's enactment date (after August 2, 2026) for eligible AGOA or Haiti HOPE/HELP entries that occurred during the lapse period will be denied, and the retroactive duty refund will not be issued.

3. Liquidated Entries and Submitting Duty Refund Requests Past the Protest Period:
Filers must submit a written request for liquidated entries that are past the protest period by no later than 180 days after the Act’s date - by August 2, 2026. If the request is filed after August 2, 2026, it will be denied and the refund will not be issued.

Filers must transmit written requests electronically to the ACE Document Image System (DIS), for eligible liquidated AGOA or Haiti HOPE/HELP entries.

If submitting to DIS via Electronic Data Interface, use the Document Label: AGOA_REFUND or HAITI_REFUND.

If submitting to DIS via email, the document filename must include Doc-Code CBP176 (for AGOA) or Doc-Code CBP177 (for Haiti).

For DIS submissions, an email must also be sent to the Center of Excellence and Expertise (Center) based on the Center team code on the entry summary. The subject line on the email to the Center should read “AGOA Refund Request- Entry# XXX-XXXXXXX” or “Haiti Refund Request- Entry# XXX-XXXXXXX.” Center email addresses for each Center are at the Center Directory at cbp.gov:  https://www.cbp.gov/trade/centers-excellence-and-expertise-information/cee-directory 

Guidance for how to submit documents to DIS is found in the DIS Implementation Guide located at: https://www.cbp.gov/document/guidance/ace-dis-implementation-guide.

4. Quota Entries and Submitting Duty Refund Requests:
Quota is not retroactive. However, for eligible entries made during the lapse that would have qualified for in-quota rates, any ad valorem duties paid exceeding the in-quota rate will be refunded.

PSC/Protest filed on eligible quota textile products must include the textile-related HTSUS tariff code from Chapters 1-97. Additionally, one of the following HTSUS Chapter 98 numbers must be added: 9819.11.09 (for visa type 4) or 9819.11.12 (for visa type 5).

The SPI "D" must not be filed with these entries.

Applicable entries made starting Monday, February 9, 2026, may resume access to quota preferential treatment.

Instructions on how to file by quota program may be found at:

• Quota Bulletin 26-134 2026 Haiti Economic Lift Program Act (HELP): https://www.cbp.gov/trade/quota/bulletins/qb-26-134-2026
• Quota Bulletin 26-407 2026 African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Limits: https://www.cbp.gov/trade/quota/bulletins/qb-26-407-2026
• Quota Bulletin 26-409 2026 Haiti Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership and Encouragement (HOPE): https://www.cbp.gov/trade/quota/bulletins/qb-26-409-2026

Filing for International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) Duty Refunds
Filers are prohibited from initiating an IEEPA duty refund request by filing a PSC.

PSCs that are filed for any issue, must be filed prior to submitting an IEEPA duty refund request via a Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) Declaration, including PSC requests for retroactive refund on entries eligible for duty free treatment due to the AGOA and the Haiti HOPE/HELP program lapse.

Once a CAPE Declaration is filed and accepted, a PSC cannot be filed.

Imports Subject to Antidumping and Countervailing Duties (AD/CVD)
Eligible AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP entries subject to AD/CVD duties will be able to request administrative refund for Column 1 duties, but not for AD/CVD duties.

Imports Subject to Section 232 Trade Remedy Actions
Eligible AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP goods that are subject to Section 232 duties or quotas in accordance with 19 USC 2463(b)(2), may not receive AGOA or Haiti HOPE/HELP duty preference. Therefore, imports from AGOA or Haiti HOPE/HELP that are subject to Section 232 duties are not eligible for retroactive duty refund.

• Entry Summaries with Section 232 Lines and non-Section 232 Lines - Entry summaries containing eligible AGOA or Haiti HOPE/HELP goods subject to Section 232 as well as goods not subject to Section 232 will be liquidated in its entirety for the processing of the retroactive refund for the eligible AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP entry lines. Filers waiting for Department of Commerce Exclusion IDs are encouraged to file a protest to re-open eligible liquidated entry line.
• Section 232 list of commodities is available at: https://www.cbp.gov/trade/programs-administration/trade-remedies.

Contract Opportunity Socks, Liner, Black

June 18, 2026, ITEM: SOCKS, LINER, BLACK

All materials/components and manufacturing shall be Berry Amendment compliant.

PGC: 02275; NSN: 8440-01-415-5895(s), PG (3 banded package)

Specification/CID: A-A-50015D, dated October 24, 2019

RFP SPE1C1-26-R-0032 will be utilized for the purchase of item SOCKS, LINER, BLACK.

A Solicitation is being issued for the purchase of the SOCKS, LINER, BLACK; PGC: 02275; NSN: 8440-01-415-5895(s) PG (package)

The Solicitation for the purchase of the Socks, Liner, Black will result with the intent of the Government to award one contract. 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.

This proposed buy will result in a negotiated Indefinite Delivery Type contract(s). This acquisition is a 60-month contract consisting of five (5) 12-month price tier periods. The quantities will be as follows:

Quantity Total Acquisition:

Contract Guaranteed Min: 136,000 pair

Annual Estimated Quantity: 544,000 pair per tier

Contract Maximum: 3,400,000 pairs all tiers combined

The resultant contract(s) will have a Five (5) year ordering period. Within the Five (5) year ordering period, there will be Five (5) 12-month price Tier periods.

See: SAM Notificatin

Procurement List Deletions

On June 18, 2026, the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled published in the Fedeeral Register (91 FR 36809) Proposed Deletions.

The following product(s) are proposed for deletion to the Procurement List:

Product(s)

NSN(s)--Product Name(s)
    8415-01-592-2218--Cover, Advanced Combat Helmet, No Comm Flap, 
OEFCP, S/M
    8415-01-592-2220--Cover, Advanced Combat Helmet, No Comm Flap, 
OEFCP, L/XL
    8415-01-515-4662--Cover, Advanced Combat Helmet, Reversible, 
Woodland/Desert Camouflage, S/M
    8415-01-515-4663--Cover, Advanced Combat Helmet, Reversible, 
Woodland/Desert Camouflage, L/XL
    8415-01-F-05-2290--Cover, Enhanced Combat Helmet, Operational 
Camouflage Pattern--6 Color, L/XL
    8415-01-F-05-2291--Cover, Enhanced Combat Helmet, Operational 
Camouflage Pattern--6 Color, XXL
    8415-01-F-05-2292--Cover, Enhanced Combat Helmet, Operational 
Camouflage Pattern--6 Color, S/M

CG Wool Dress Trousers and Slacks Solicitation -- DNAD

June 17, 2026, CG Dress Trousers and Slacks Solicitation.

Solicitation for the Coast Guard Dress Trousers and Slacks closes July 21st, 2026. This solicitation is a total small business set-aside.

The DLA Director has issued a DNAD for the following dress uniform cloth that is approved for use under this contract:

PGC 17531 - Coast Guard Cloth, Blue, Poly/Wool, Serge, Mil Spec MIL-DTL-823M

PGC 34246 - Coast Guard Cloth, Blue, Poly/Wool, Tropical, Mil Spec CG/PD 10-299A

Accordingly, the Berry Amendment does not apply to DLA's acquisition of the cloth listed immediately above when/if the Contracting Officer authorizes the use of non-domestic fabric in performance of this contract under the authority of the DNAD.

The DNAD expires December 31, 2027.

See: SAM Notification.

Supreme Court Allows China 301 Tariffs on POLYESTER YARN, WOOLSACKS, and HATS

On June 15, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court DECLINED TO HEAR an appeal from the decision of United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit affirming the Court of International Trade decision that USTR's actions relating to List 3 and List 4 did not violate any federal law.

In other words, the lawsuit is DEAD. The China Section 301 tariffs will continue.

While Agathon Associates does not include an attorney, it was possible to refer clients to an attorney who could file on their behalf.

Agathon Associates clients who joined the lawsuit were importers of the following merchandise:

• Various classifications under Subheading 5402.20 and 5902.20
  • Certain polyester yarns (25% 301 tariff).
• Statistical classification 6305.39.0000
  • Nylon woolsacks (7.5% 301 tariff in addition to General Rate of Duty of 8.4%).
• Statistical classification 6502.00.6030
  • Straw hat bodies (25%, General Rate of Duty is Free).

The Supreme Court docket is available at https://www.supremecourt.gov/docket/docketfiles/html/public/25-1012.html.

Presolicitation Notice for ACU Coats & Trousers

June 16, 2026, Presolicitation Notice for ACU Coats & Trousers.Coats and Trousers, Advanced Combat Uniform (ACU), Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP)

This acquisition will be issued with two (2) separate and distinct lots for the manufacture and delivery of the Coats and Trousers, ACU, OCP (PGCs 03976 & 03977). Both Lots will be issued as Total Small Business Set-Asides. The Coat, ACU, OCP shall be manufactured in accordance with GL/PD 14-04B dated 7 March 2023. The Trousers, ACU, OCP shall be manufactured in accordance with GL/PD 14-05C dated 25 January 2024.

This procurement will result in a total of two (2) Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contracts, one for each lot. Both contracts will consist of five (5) pricing tiers where each tier will be for a 12-month performance period resulting in a 60-month contract.

All materials/components shall be Berry Amendment compliant.

See: SAM Notification.

Friday is Juneteenth

Friday, June 19, 2026, is a federal holiday in the United States. Government offices will be closed. Retail businesses, for the most part, will be open, just as they stay open for several of the federal holidays.

On June 19, 1865, federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people be freed. This, however, was two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation went into effect January, 1863. This day, the oldest known celebration commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, has become a day for African Americans to celebrate not only their freedom, but their history, culture and achievements.

"Proclaim liberty throughout all the land unto all the inhabitants thereof." -- Leviticus 25:10

"Juneteenth reminds us of both the unimaginable injustice of slavery and the incomparable joy that must have attended emancipation. It is both a remembrance of a blight on our history and a celebration of our Nation’s unsurpassed ability to triumph over darkness…. This Juneteenth, we commit, as one Nation, to live true to our highest ideals and to build always toward a freer, stronger country that values the dignity and boundless potential of all Americans."

-- Presidential Message on Juneteenth, 2020, President Donald J. Trump

The original of the Emancipation Proclamation of January 1, 1863, is in the National Archives in Washington, D.C. The final proclamation was first printed in January 1863, as a two-page broadsheet with the printed signatures of Lincoln and Secretary of State William H. Seward. Later, a limited edition of forty-eight copies was printed. They were signed in pen by Lincoln, Seward, and Lincoln's secretary, John G. Nicolay, the copies were donated to raise money for the group that later became the Red Cross. About twenty known copies of the document have survived in public and private hands. Number 32 of this 48-copy edition is at the Boston Athenaeum on Beacon Street. I had the great pleasure of viewing it at a January 20, 2009, Athenaeum event to watch the Inauguration of President Barack Obama.

Department of War

Of Course You Realize This Means War -- Bugs Bunny

On September 5, 2025, President Trump signed Executive Order 14347, Restoring the United States Department of War. It states, in part:

"On August 7, 1789, 236 years ago, President George Washington signed into law a bill establishing the United States Department of War to oversee the operation and maintenance of military and naval affairs. It was under this name that the Department of War, along with the later formed Department of the Navy, won the War of 1812, World War I, and World War II, inspiring awe and confidence in our Nation's military, and ensuring freedom and prosperity for all Americans. The Founders chose this name to signal our strength and resolve to the world. The name "Department of War," more than the current "Department of Defense," ensures peace through strength, as it demonstrates our ability and willingness to fight and win wars on behalf of our Nation at a moment's notice, not just to defend. This name sharpens the Department's focus on our own national interest and our adversaries' focus on our willingness and availability to wage war to secure what is ours. I have therefore determined that this Department should once again be known as the Department of War and the Secretary should be known as the Secretary of War."

To the list of America's victories in war, I add the Mexican American War and the Spanish American War.

This name change is on its way to becoming Congressionally enacted law. On April 30, 2026, the House of Representatives passed the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027. The vote was very largely along partisan line, with 14 Democrats and 1 Independent joining Republicans in passing the bill. Three Republicans voted Nay.

The Act passed by the House included an Amendment, offered by Mr. Ronny Jackson (Republican, Texas-13) restoring the name Department of War.

The bill was sent to the Senate, where the Senate Armed Services Committee held a "mark up" hearing June 9-10. While the hearing was closed to the public, news outlets report that the Senate Committee is moving the bill forward.

Sources Sought: Individual Multispectral Camouflage (IMSC) Capability

June 15, 2026, Individual Multispectral Camouflage (IMSC) Capability.

This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes. It does not constitute a Solicitation, a Request for Proposal (RFP), or a promise to issue an RFP in the future. This RFI does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever. The Government is not seeking proposals and will not accept unsolicited proposals. Response to this RFI is voluntary. The U.S. Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this notice. All costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at the interested party’s expense.All submissions become Government property and will not be returned. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFP, if one is issued.

Responses must include a statement confirming the company's ability to comply with the Berry Amendment (10 U.S.C. 2533a). If the product(s) are not Berry Compliant, respondents must submit information regarding timeline or potential capabilities to become Berry Compliant.

See: SAM Notification.

CBP Officers in Indianapolis Seize Counterfeit FIFA World Cup 2026™ Merchandise

June 15, 2026, With the FIFA World Cup 2026™ in full swing, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Indianapolis were on the job before some teams even arrived for their matches. Officers conducted Operation Winner’s Circle from June 1–5, seizing 18 shipments of counterfeit FIFA World Cup 2026™ jerseys, shirts, beanies, and other merchandise. In total, officers intercepted 1,578 items that, if genuine, would have had a combined Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of $134,594. These actions protect American consumers and businesses from intellectual property rights violations.

The seized shipments included 530 FIFA World Cup 2026™ jerseys, 380 beanies, 349 Puma, Adidas, and Nike shirts associated with the tournament, and 319 other FIFA World Cup 2026™ related items. Most shipments originated from Hong Kong and were destined for locations both within and outside the United States.

Read more at the CBP Press Release.

Two Contracts Awarded for Disposable Coveralls

June 12, 2026, Award Notice.

Awardee: TRADEWINDS SERVICES, INC.

Amount: $96,900.

See: SAM Notification.

June 12, 2026, Award Notice.

Awardee: ASPIRO, INC.

Amount: $96,900.

See: SAM Notification.

Clothing and Textiles provides Army Green Service Uniforms to ‘fallen warriors’

From recruit to honored veteran, the Defense Logistics Agency Clothing and Textiles supply chain provides uniforms to service members throughout their careers, including those killed in action.

Read more HERE.

The Black Sheep Fam Recalls Children’s Pajamas Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Burn Hazard; Violates Mandatory Flammability Standards for Children’s Sleepwear

This recall involves The Black Sheep Fam Kids’ Unisex Jogger Pajama Sets and Girls’ Sleepshirts. The recalled pajamas were sold in various children’s sizes, colors and prints. Sizes include 2T, 3T, 4T, XS, SM, M and L. The size and “Black Sheep Fam Kids” are printed the neck label of the pajamas. The Girls’ Sleepshirts have “Made in China” and “96% polyester 4% spandex” printed on the sewn-in side seam label. The Kids’ Jogger Pajama sets have “RN# 169608” “Made in Guatemala” and “95% cotton 5% spandex” printed on the sewn-in side seam label.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the pajamas immediately and contact The Black Sheep Fam for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to cut the products in half and email a photo of the destroyed garment to hello@theblacksheepfam.com, then dispose of the product.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Sold At: Theblacksheepfam.com, Maisonette.com, Etsy.com, Instagram.com, and Facebook.com from October 2023 through February 2026 for between $40 and $50.

Retailer: The Black Sheep Fam, of Kewaskum, Wisconsin

Manufactured In: China and Guatemala

Recall number: 26-554

More information and photos HERE.

Coat and Trouser Contract Awarded

M M Manufacturing LLC,** Lajas, Puerto Rico, has been awarded a maximum $13,242,668 modification (P00016) exercising the third one‐year option period of a one‐year base contract (SPE1C1‐23‐D‐0070) with four 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 June 23, 2027. 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.

**Woman-owned small business in historically underutilized business zone.

Contract Awarded for Impregnated Cloth

June 9, 2026, Contract Awarded for Impregnated Cloth.

Awardee: Cosmex Tech LLC.

Base and All Options Value (Total Contract Value): $32,868.75

See: SAM Notification.

Bed Sheet Contract Awarded

June 10, 2026, Bed Sheet Contract Awarded.

Awardee: ATD American.

Base and All Options Value (Total Contract Value): $229,400.

See: SAM Notification.

Double Weave Nylon/Polyester/Spandex Fabric Added to DR-CAFTA Short Supply

On June 11, 2026, The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements published in the Federal Register (91 FR 35468) Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (``CAFTA-DR'').

SUMMARY: The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (``CITA'') has determined that certain double weave nylon/polyester/spandex fabric, as specified below, is not available in commercial quantities in a timely manner in the CAFTA-DR countries. The product is added to the list in Annex 3.25 of the CAFTA-DR in unrestricted quantities.

Procurement List Deletions

On June 11, 2026, the Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled published in the Federal Register (91 FR 35469) Procurement List; Deletions.

The following products are deleted 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

NSN(s)--Product Name(s)
    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
)

NSN(s)--Product Name(s)
    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

Executive Order 14411 of June 3, 2026 Strengthening Customs Enforcement.

On June 10, 2026, the Executive Office of the President published in the Federal Register (91 FR 35125) Executive Order 14411 of June 3, 2026 Strengthening Customs Enforcement.

The Order directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to strengthen several requirements for importers of record (IORs). Examples include:

• increasing bonding requirements and requiring IORs to maintain at all times a minimum level of tangible domestic assets, bonding, or both;

• subjecting foreign IORs to heightened requirements for formal entry;

• authorizing only U.S. IORs to file informal entry;

• imposing a “good standing” requirement on all IORs; and 

• increasing vetting procedures for all individuals and entities that conduct activities directly related to the importation of goods.

The Order directs DHS and CBP to establish various disclosure and certification requirements designed to combat duty evasion and noncompliance with supply chain rules.

The Order directs DHS and CBP to increase enforcement of existing customs laws, including by establishing a 50% minimum penalty floor limiting CBP’s discretion to reduce the assessed penalties on importers who violate our customs laws. 

The Order directs DHS to enhance the seizure and disposal of non-compliant imports, including by reducing regulatory burdens to voluntary abandonment and authorizing third-party disposal.

The Order directs DHS to enhance transparency in customs, including by publishing annual transparency reports.

The Order directs DHS to propose legislation to strengthen customs enforcement.  

PROMOTING ECONOMIC STRENGTH AND NATIONAL SECURITY BY COMBATTING CUSTOMS FRAUD: President Trump recognizes the critical role of customs enforcement to our national security and that action is needed to address longstanding issues with the existing regulatory environment.

• Customs enforcement is essential to the national security and economy of the United States. For example, it prevents the importation of unlawful and dangerous goods, and it ensures that IORs are accountable for duties owed and comply with numerous federal laws, including laws governing forced labor and product safety.
• Customs reform is long overdue. Systemic inefficiencies, loopholes, insufficient enforcement mechanisms, and outdated processes have created opportunities for malign actors to evade federal law.
• The Order addresses these longstanding concerns through comprehensive reform focused on protecting national security, promoting lawful trade, ensuring the timely collection of duties, modernizing systems and processes, bolstering compliance mechanisms, and protecting Americans and the domestic economy. 
• The Order also brings U.S. customs policy and practice in line with many of our trading partners. For example, the current practice of most foreign countries is to either prohibit foreign entities or persons from serving as the IOR or generally require that foreign importers partner with verified domestic parties. This practice promotes compliance and accountability while reducing barriers to enforcement.  
• The reforms directed in the Order will not take effect immediately. In general, DHS and CBP will engage with relevant stakeholders through the standard rulemaking process, meaning affected parties will have a meaningful opportunity to adjust operations, if needed.

The Order directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to strengthen several requirements for importers of record (IORs). Examples include:

• increasing bonding requirements and requiring IORs to maintain at all times a minimum level of tangible domestic assets, bonding, or both;
• subjecting foreign IORs to heightened requirements for formal entry;
• authorizing only U.S. IORs to file informal entry;
• imposing a “good standing” requirement on all IORs; and 
• increasing vetting procedures for all individuals and entities that conduct activities directly related to the importation of goods.
• The Order directs DHS and CBP to establish various disclosure and certification requirements designed to combat duty evasion and noncompliance with supply chain rules.
• The Order directs DHS and CBP to increase enforcement of existing customs laws, including by establishing a 50% minimum penalty floor limiting CBP’s discretion to reduce the assessed penalties on importers who violate our customs laws. 
• The Order directs DHS to enhance the seizure and disposal of non-compliant imports, including by reducing regulatory burdens to voluntary abandonment and authorizing third-party disposal.
• The Order directs DHS to enhance transparency in customs, including by publishing annual transparency reports.
• The Order directs DHS to propose legislation to strengthen customs enforcement.  

PROMOTING ECONOMIC STRENGTH AND NATIONAL SECURITY BY COMBATTING CUSTOMS FRAUD: President Trump recognizes the critical role of customs enforcement to our national security and that action is needed to address longstanding issues with the existing regulatory environment.

• Customs enforcement is essential to the national security and economy of the United States. For example, it prevents the importation of unlawful and dangerous goods, and it ensures that IORs are accountable for duties owed and comply with numerous federal laws, including laws governing forced labor and product safety.
• Customs reform is long overdue. Systemic inefficiencies, loopholes, insufficient enforcement mechanisms, and outdated processes have created opportunities for malign actors to evade federal law.
• The Order addresses these longstanding concerns through comprehensive reform focused on protecting national security, promoting lawful trade, ensuring the timely collection of duties, modernizing systems and processes, bolstering compliance mechanisms, and protecting Americans and the domestic economy. 
• The Order also brings U.S. customs policy and practice in line with many of our trading partners. For example, the current practice of most foreign countries is to either prohibit foreign entities or persons from serving as the IOR or generally require that foreign importers partner with verified domestic parties. This practice promotes compliance and accountability while reducing barriers to enforcement.  
• The reforms directed in the Order will not take effect immediately. In general, DHS and CBP will engage with relevant stakeholders through the standard rulemaking process, meaning affected parties will have a meaningful opportunity to adjust operations, if needed.

Undershirt Contract Awarded

Peckham Vocational Industries Inc.,** Lansing, Michigan, has been awarded a maximum $14,911,000 modification (P00012) exercising the fourth one-year option period of a one-year base contract (SPE1C1-22-D-N163) with four one-year option periods for silkweight undershirts. This is a firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract. The ordering period end date is June 9, 2027. Using military services are Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps. Type of appropriation is fiscal 2026 through 2027 defense working capital funds. The contracting activity is Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

**Mandatory Source

Rep. Golding of Maine Introduces NDAA Amendment Relating to Optional Combat Boots

AMENDMENT TO H.R. 8800 OFFERED BY MR. GOLDEN OF MAINE

"At the appropriate place in title III, insert the following:

"SEC. ___. REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO WEARING OPTIONAL COMBAT BOOTS.

"(a) IN GENERAL. — Not later than two years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall issue regulations to prohibit any member of a covered Armed Force from wearing optional combat boots as part of a required uniform unless the optional combat boots are entirely manufactured in the United States and entirely made of —

"(1) materials grown, reprocessed, reused, or produced in the United States; and

"(2) components that are manufactured entirely in the United States and entirely made of materials described in paragraph (1).

"(b) WAIVER. — The requirements of subsection (a) may be waived if a member of a covered Armed Force provides a medical justification authorized by the commanding officer of such member to wear optional combat boots as part of a required uniform.

"(c) EXCEPTION. — The requirements of subsection (a) shall not apply to a member of a covered Armed Force within a combat arms military occupational specialty who is in a deployed status.

"(d) DEFINITIONS.—In this section:

"(1) The term ‘‘covered Armed Force’’ means the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Space Force.

"(2) The term ‘‘optional combat boots’’, with respect to a member of a covered Armed Force, means combat boots not furnished to such member of a covered Armed Forces by the Secretary of Defense.

"(3) The term ‘‘required uniform’’ means a uniform a member of a covered Armed Force is required to wear as a member of a covered Armed Force."

Cold Weather Combat Boot: Sole Source Justification

June 4, 2026, Cold Weather Combat Boot.

Manufacturer: Belleville Shoe Manufactming Company (CAGE: 90976)

Estimated Maximum Total Dollar Value: $2,461,350.

This action is required to keep production lines operational for the only current manufacturer of this boot, Belleville Shoe Manufacturing Company, as well as production lines of its supplier of a specialized and critical boot component. The Cold Weather Combat Boot is a critical piece of equipment for Warfighters operating in cold, wet, and rugged environments. This boot's unique design keeps airfighters' feet warmer and drier with its waterproof and breathable characteristics while also providing better ankle support and protection compared to the normal combat boot.

Market research has confomed that Vibram Corporation is the only manufacturer of the specialized outsoles used in the production of this boot This outsole differs from others as its rubber composition can provide flexibility and traction with deep lugs for gripping ice/snow invextreme temperatures as it is formulated to sustain -20°C temperatures. If this production line ceases operation due to a gap in contracts, the industrial base will be negatively impacted in terms of extended employee layoffs of skilled operators and increased production lead time.

House Armed Services Committee Adopts NDAA Amendment Relating to UHMWPE Fiber

Amendment to H.R. 8800, Offered by: Mr. Harrigan (N.C., 10th, Republican)

Passed on voice vote.

"In the appropriate place in the report to accompany H.R. 8800, insert the following new Directive Report Language:

"Expansion of Domestic Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene Production Capacity

"The committee remains concerned about documented capacity shortfalls in the domestic ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fiber industrial base. There are concerns that domestic UHMWPE production may be insufficient to meet national security requirements under surge conditions. There is also the possibility that facility utilization may exceed 100 percent as early as fiscal year 2026. Therefore, the committee directs the Secretary of Defense to provide a briefing to the House Committee on Armed Services not later than March 1, 2027, on the Department’s strategy to address UHMWPE fiber capacity shortfalls. The briefing shall include the following:

"1. an assessment of current and projected UHMWPE fiber requirements across all services for soft armor vests, hard armor plates, ballistic helmets, and vehicle protection systems through fiscal year 2030;

"2. an evaluation of domestic manufacturing capacity gaps and the Department’s plan to achieve capacity sufficient to meet 100 percent of requirements plus 30 percent surge capacity;

"3. the advisability of designating UHMWPE fiber as a critical material under Defense Production Act Title I authorities;

"4. the status of Berry Amendment compliance among domestic UHMWPE suppliers and the availability of PFAS-free armor solutions; and

"5. any legislative authorities required to achieve capacity targets or address industrial base vulnerabilities."

Notice of Determination in Brazil 301 Investigation

On June 4, 2026, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative published in the Federal Register (91 FR 33854) Notice of Determination and Request for Comments Concerning Action Pursuant to Section 301: Brazil’s Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Digital Trade and Electronic Payment Services; Unfair, Preferential Tariffs; Anti-Corruption Enforcement; Intellectual Property Protection; Ethanol Market Access; and Illegal Deforestation.

SUMMARY: The United States Trade Representative (Trade Representative) has determined that certain of Brazil’s acts, policies, and practices at issue in this investigation are actionable under Section 301(b) and Section 304(a) of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (Trade Act). The Trade Representative is proposing action, including tariffs on articles of Brazil and certain exemptions, and invites comments from the public.

DATES: July 1, 2026: Due date for written comments.

White House issues new executive order to strengthen customs enforcement, protecting U.S. consumers and businesses

On June 3, 2026, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order to strengthen customs enforcement, protecting U.S. consumers and businesses.The Order directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to strengthen several requirements for importers of record (IORs). Examples include:

• increasing bonding requirements and requiring IORs to maintain at all times a minimum level of tangible domestic assets, bonding, or both;

• subjecting foreign IORs to heightened requirements for formal entry;

• authorizing only U.S. IORs to file informal entry;

• imposing a “good standing” requirement on all IORs; and 

• increasing vetting procedures for all individuals and entities that conduct activities directly related to the importation of goods.

The Order directs DHS and CBP to establish various disclosure and certification requirements designed to combat duty evasion and noncompliance with supply chain rules.

The Order directs DHS and CBP to increase enforcement of existing customs laws, including by establishing a 50% minimum penalty floor limiting CBP’s discretion to reduce the assessed penalties on importers who violate our customs laws. 

The Order directs DHS to enhance the seizure and disposal of non-compliant imports, including by reducing regulatory burdens to voluntary abandonment and authorizing third-party disposal.

The Order directs DHS to enhance transparency in customs, including by publishing annual transparency reports.

The Order directs DHS to propose legislation to strengthen customs enforcement.  

PROMOTING ECONOMIC STRENGTH AND NATIONAL SECURITY BY COMBATTING CUSTOMS FRAUD: President Trump recognizes the critical role of customs enforcement to our national security and that action is needed to address longstanding issues with the existing regulatory environment.

• Customs enforcement is essential to the national security and economy of the United States. For example, it prevents the importation of unlawful and dangerous goods, and it ensures that IORs are accountable for duties owed and comply with numerous federal laws, including laws governing forced labor and product safety.
• Customs reform is long overdue. Systemic inefficiencies, loopholes, insufficient enforcement mechanisms, and outdated processes have created opportunities for malign actors to evade federal law.
• The Order addresses these longstanding concerns through comprehensive reform focused on protecting national security, promoting lawful trade, ensuring the timely collection of duties, modernizing systems and processes, bolstering compliance mechanisms, and protecting Americans and the domestic economy. 
• The Order also brings U.S. customs policy and practice in line with many of our trading partners. For example, the current practice of most foreign countries is to either prohibit foreign entities or persons from serving as the IOR or generally require that foreign importers partner with verified domestic parties. This practice promotes compliance and accountability while reducing barriers to enforcement.  
• The reforms directed in the Order will not take effect immediately. In general, DHS and CBP will engage with relevant stakeholders through the standard rulemaking process, meaning affected parties will have a meaningful opportunity to adjust operations, if needed.

The Order directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to strengthen several requirements for importers of record (IORs). Examples include:

• increasing bonding requirements and requiring IORs to maintain at all times a minimum level of tangible domestic assets, bonding, or both;
• subjecting foreign IORs to heightened requirements for formal entry;
• authorizing only U.S. IORs to file informal entry;
• imposing a “good standing” requirement on all IORs; and 
• increasing vetting procedures for all individuals and entities that conduct activities directly related to the importation of goods.
• The Order directs DHS and CBP to establish various disclosure and certification requirements designed to combat duty evasion and noncompliance with supply chain rules.
• The Order directs DHS and CBP to increase enforcement of existing customs laws, including by establishing a 50% minimum penalty floor limiting CBP’s discretion to reduce the assessed penalties on importers who violate our customs laws. 
• The Order directs DHS to enhance the seizure and disposal of non-compliant imports, including by reducing regulatory burdens to voluntary abandonment and authorizing third-party disposal.
• The Order directs DHS to enhance transparency in customs, including by publishing annual transparency reports.
• The Order directs DHS to propose legislation to strengthen customs enforcement.  

PROMOTING ECONOMIC STRENGTH AND NATIONAL SECURITY BY COMBATTING CUSTOMS FRAUD: President Trump recognizes the critical role of customs enforcement to our national security and that action is needed to address longstanding issues with the existing regulatory environment.

• Customs enforcement is essential to the national security and economy of the United States. For example, it prevents the importation of unlawful and dangerous goods, and it ensures that IORs are accountable for duties owed and comply with numerous federal laws, including laws governing forced labor and product safety.
• Customs reform is long overdue. Systemic inefficiencies, loopholes, insufficient enforcement mechanisms, and outdated processes have created opportunities for malign actors to evade federal law.
• The Order addresses these longstanding concerns through comprehensive reform focused on protecting national security, promoting lawful trade, ensuring the timely collection of duties, modernizing systems and processes, bolstering compliance mechanisms, and protecting Americans and the domestic economy. 
• The Order also brings U.S. customs policy and practice in line with many of our trading partners. For example, the current practice of most foreign countries is to either prohibit foreign entities or persons from serving as the IOR or generally require that foreign importers partner with verified domestic parties. This practice promotes compliance and accountability while reducing barriers to enforcement.  
• The reforms directed in the Order will not take effect immediately. In general, DHS and CBP will engage with relevant stakeholders through the standard rulemaking process, meaning affected parties will have a meaningful opportunity to adjust operations, if needed.

Vietnam 301 Investigation Initiated

On June 2, 2026, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative published in the Federal Register (91 FR 33285) Initiation of Section 301 Investigation and Request for Public Comments: Vietnam’s Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement.

SUMMARY: Pursuant to section 182(a)(2) of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (Trade Act), the U.S. Trade Representative (Trade Representative) identified Vietnam as a priority foreign country due to Vietnam's denial of adequate and effective protection of intellectual property (IP) rights and its denial of fair and equitable market access to persons that rely on IP protection. Pursuant to section 302(b)(2) of the Trade Act, the Trade Representative is initiating a Section 301 investigation of the acts, policies, and practices of the Government of Vietnam related to IP protection and enforcement that resulted in the identification of Vietnam as a priority foreign country. The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) proposes to determine that these acts, policies, and practices are actionable under section 301(b). USTR invites interested persons to submit written comments concerning the issues covered in the investigation.

AAFA Submits Comments to USTR on AGOA Modernization

On May 15, 2026, the American Apparel and Footwear Association submitted to the Office of the U.S. Trade Represntative Comments on AGOA Modernization.

Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source contract to Fechheimer Brothers Company for Black USMC WOOL Overcoats

June 2, 2026, This is a Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12 and Part 13 procedures.

Description of Requirement: The Marine Corps requires the procurement of black wool overcoats for male and female Marines in accordance with USMC uniform specifications. The requirement includes:

• Female Wool Coat: 55 each

• Male Wool Coat: 235 each

The coats must meet the following characteristics:

• Fabric & Color:

  • 100% Melton wool, “Marine Blue” (appears nearly black), heavy-weight for warmth and durability.

• Construction & Style:

  • Double‑breasted, knee‑length design with six front USMC buttons.

  • Plain sleeves sized to properly cover shirt and service coat.

  • Rear vent for mobility and comfort.

  • Shoulder epaulets and notched/peak lapel collar compatible with USMC rank insignia placement.

  • Back waist belt with matching gold buttons for proper fit and appearance.

• Additional Features:

  • Functional hip pockets.

  • Suitable for ceremonial and practical wear.

  • Must meet all USMC uniform standards for appearance and construction.

Intended Sole Source Vendor: Fechheimer Brothers Company Cincinnati, Ohio Manufacturer Part Number: 921B9119C

Capability Statement Submission: All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, quotation, or proposal for consideration. Submissions must demonstrate the ability to manufacture and deliver USMC‑specification wool overcoats matching the exact construction, fabric, color, and uniform requirements listed above, including the six‑button USMC bridge‑coat design and all associated tailoring features.

See: SAM Notification.

Implementing Certain Tariff-Related Elements of a Trade and Security Agreement Between the American Institute in Taiwan and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States

On May 28, 2026, the International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce; the Office of the United States Trade Representative published in the Federal Register (91 31818 Implementing Certain Tariff-Related Elements of a Trade and Security Agreement Between the American Institute in Taiwan and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States.

Made in China 2025 and China’s Industrial Policies

On June 2, 2026, the Congressional Research Service published Made in China 2025 and China’s Industrial Policies (IF10964). The People's Republic of China (PRC or China) aims to gain a global economic and technology leadership position through a range of industrial and science and technology (S&T) plans. Such plans inform PRC economic, industrial, S&T, and foreign trade and investment policies. They also guide PRC government and corporate strategies and activities at the national, local, and global levels. The industries, projects, and technologies featured in the plans reflect co-developed PRC civilian and military priorities that are to receive preferential financial and policy support. PRC plans and related policies feature a heavy government role in directing and funding PRC firms to acquire foreign technology and related capabilities in areas in which China has gaps and the United States has long been a global leader and has strong comparative advantages. Some Members of Congress have expressed concern that PRC policies, if successful, could undermine U.S. technological leadership; further shift advanced technology, production, and research to China; and support China's advancements, including in defense. The scope and scale of PRC efforts are evident in the amount of state direction and support devoted to these efforts; PRC policies to lead in all parts of global supply chains; and the targeting of foreign capabilities.

China's Industrial Policy Approaches

Tax, trade, and investment measures. China uses tax preferences to incentivize foreign firms to invest in production and R&D. China introduces market access restrictions as domestic products become viable. China uses standards, IP, competition, and procurement policies to facilitate the transfer of foreign production and know-how to China and to require the use of PRC suppliers.

Forced JVs and partnerships. China's formal regulations and informal practices require a foreign firm to partner with a PRC entity to operate in China and drive foreign firms into JVs. In many sectors (e.g., aerospace), China leverages its role as a major purchaser to press for JVs and technology transfer in order to develop indigenous capabilities. In most cases, the foreign firm's partner is a state firm or the PRC government.

Government subsidies. PRC government guidance funds (GGFs) channel state funding to PRC firms for domestic R&D and overseas acquisitions. GGFs often take a stake or board seat in firms they fund and can influence corporate decisionmaking.

Foreign acquisitions. GGFs target and fund acquisitions of foreign firms and use foreign firms' expertise, IP, talent pools, and business networks to build China's capabilities.

Technology licensing and equipment. Foreign technology and equipment fill key gaps in China's current capabilities. PRC firms are members of U.S.-led open-source technology platforms (e.g., RISC-V, the Open Compute Project, the O-RAN Alliance).

Talent recruitment and training. China encourages the return of PRC expatriates and the hiring of foreign talent. Many PRC technology firms have U.S. R&D centers. Many PRC nationals participate in U.S. federally funded research in areas that overlap with MIC2025 technologies.

RFI Domestic Footwear Manufacturing Processing Advancements

<0>June 1, 2026, this Sources Sought Announcement is to assist the US Army DEVCOM Soldier Center to identify potential sources which will support the re-shoring of the domestic footwear industry, improve capabilities for the domestic military footwear industrial base, and ultimately provide the best performing footwear technology to the Warfighter.

See: SAM Notification.