October 21, 2026, Contract Opportunity: Coated Cloth.
Proposed procurement for NSN 8305011009061 CLOTH,COATED: Line 0001 Qty 20000 UI YD Deliver To: ARIZONA INDUSTRIES FOR THE BLIND.
See: SAM Notification.
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Contract Awarded: Service Ribbon
October 21, 2026, Contract Awarded: Service Ribbon.
Awardee: SWEET MASS PRODUCTION, LLC.
Award Amount: $34,040.
See: SAM Notifacation.
Proposed deletions from the Procurement List
October 22, 2026, the Committee for Purchase from People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled published in the Federal Register (91 FR 66690) Proposed deletions from the Procurement List.
The following product(s) are proposed for deletion from the Procurement List:
Certain Webbing & tape and
Various Exam Gloves.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Quota Bulletin 26-412 2027 Fine Denier Polyester Staple Fiber Temporary Importation Under Bond (TIB) Absolute Quota
Presidential Proclamation 10857 “To Facilitate Positive Adjustment to Competition from Imports of Fine Denier Polyester Staple Fiber” authorizes the creation of a four-year quantitative restriction absolute quota with graduated limits for Temporary Importation under Bond (TIB) entries (type 23).
See CBP notice at CSMS # 70253915.
‘I’m trying to export Connecticut to the world’: Inside one man’s wool dream
Read more about the American Woolen Company at the New Haven Register.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Contract Award: Shoes
October 20, 2026, Contract Award: Shoes.
Awardee: Original Footwear
Award Amount: $2,358,666.
See: SAM Notification.
Contract Opportunity: Rack Curtains, Nomax (Aramid) Fiber
October 20, 2026, Contract Opportunity: Rack Curtains, Nomax (Aramid) Fiber.
DFAR requirement: 252.225-7002 Qualifying Country Sources as Subcontractors (i.e. BERRY AMENDMENT).
See: SAM Notification.
Contract Awarded: Helmet, Body Armor
October 20, 2036, Contract Awarded: Helmet, Body Armor.
Awardee: Atlantic Diving Supply, Inc.
Award Amount: $108,900.
See: SAM Notification.
North and Central American Polyester Filament Yarn Producers Launch YarnProof™ to Strengthen Regional Trade Compliance and Supply Chain Integrity
October 13, 2026, Unifi, Inc. (NYSE: UFI), together with leading polyester filament yarn manufacturers across North and Central America, announced the launch of YarnProof™, an industry-wide initiative designed to provide immediate, physical verification of polyester filament yarn origin throughout the supply chain.
YarnProof supports compliance with the yarn-forward requirements of the CAFTA-DR and USMCA trade agreements.
See: Press Release.
Fine Denier Polyester Staple Fiber From India Antidumping Review
On October 19, 2026, the International Trade Administration published in the Federal Register (91 FR 66078) Fine Denier Polyester Staple Fiber From India: Preliminary Results and Rescission, in Part of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review; 2024-2025.
The U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) preliminarily determines that The Bombay Dyeing and Manufacturing Company Limited (Bombay Dyeing) sold subject merchandise at less than normal value (NV) during the period of review (POR), July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. In addition, the ITA is rescinding the review with respect to Reliance Industries Limited (RIL). Interested parties are invited to comment on these preliminary results of review.
As a result of this review, the ITA preliminarily determines the
following estimated weighted-average dumping margin exists for the
period July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025:
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Weighted-
average
Producer/exporter dumping
margin
(percent)
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The Bombay Dyeing and Manufacturing Company Limited........21.43 *
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* This rate is based on facts available with adverse inferences.
Guidance to U.S. Customs and Border Protection Regarding the Assessment of ‘‘U.S. Content’’ for Purposes of Implementing Tariffs Pursuant to Clause (2)(D) of Proclamation 11032 of June 1, 2026
On October 14, 2026, the U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security published in the Federal Register (91 FR 65162 Guidance to U.S. Customs and Border Protection Regarding the Assessment of ‘‘U.S. Content’’ for Purposes of Implementing Tariffs Pursuant to Clause (2)(D) of Proclamation 11032 of June 1, 2026.
The Department of Commerce advises that, for purposes of implementing clause (2)(d) of the Proclamation, the term ``U.S. content'' means the following:
1. The value of the product attributable to parts wholly obtained, entirely produced, or substantially transformed in the United States, and
2. To the extent not otherwise accounted for in (1), the value of the product attributable to steel that was melted and poured in the United States, aluminum that was smelted and cast in the United States, and/or copper that was smelted and cast in the United States.
AATCC Concept 2 Consumer Student Design & Merchandising Competition
The 2027 competition, SlumberStyle, invites students to design a bedding and/or sleepwear line. Think sheets, blankets, comforters, loungewear, and pajamas. Students are also encouraged to select a holiday theme for this bedding and/or sleepwear line. It can be any holiday celebrated anywhere around the world—from Christmas-themed pajamas to Diwali-themed sheets.
Read details HERE.
Monday, October 19, 2026
Textile Circular Economy: Policy Options for the U.S.
October 16, 2026,Textile Circular Economy: Policy Options for the U.S.
People use and throw away textiles, like clothes, more than ever before. Increases in textile waste raise concerns globally about consumption and environmental effects. Some U.S. states and other countries are implementing policies to develop a textile circular economy where reuse, repair, and recycling keep textiles in use longer. This could create new jobs but currently doesn't have much funding or infrastructure. This GAO report looks at policy options to support this, such as:
- Requiring industry to be responsible for managing textile waste
- Removing sales tax on secondhand apparel
- Using tax credits to incentivize industry involvement
Read more HERE.
Contract Awarded: Insignia Embroidery
October 15, 2026, Contract Awarded: Insignia Embroidery.
Awardee: Conrad Embroidery Company, LLC.
Award Amount: $180,000.
See: SAM Notification.
Sources Sought: FY27 USAFA Cadet Swimsuits and Compression Shorts
October 15, 2026, Sources SoughtFY27 USAFA Cadet Swimsuits and Compression Shorts.
THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTATION; THIS NOTICE IS FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY. This notice does not constitute a commitment by the Government. All information submitted in response to this announcement is voluntary and the Government will not pay for information requested nor will it compensate any respondent for any cost incurred in developing the information provided to the Government.
he following estimated quantities represent projected annual requirements (exact quantities and sizes will be included with the award): 0001 Shorts Compression MNS 2,850 each 0002 Shorts Compression WMNS 450 each 0003 Swimsuit MNS 500 each 0004 Swimsuit WMNS 170 each
Domestic Preference / Sourcing: The Buy American Act and applicable Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses (e.g., DFARS 252.225-7001 / Berry Amendment DFARS 252.225-7012 as applicable to military apparel acquisitions) will apply.
See: SAM Notification.
Contract Opportunity: USMA SS Women's Overblouse
September 16, 2026, Contract Opportunity: USMA SS Women's Overblouse.
The Mission and Installation Contracting Command Installation Contracting Office, West Point, NY (MICC-West Point) is issuing this SOLICITATION/ Synopsis to procure a vendor to manufacture Overblouses, Women on a multi year at West Point NY.
Must be BERRY COMPLIANT.
See: SAM Notification.
Sunday, October 11, 2026
Friday, October 9, 2026
Active Presidential Tariff Actions in 2026: Fact Sheet
On October 8, 2026, the Congressional Research Service published R 49481 Active Presidential Tariff Actions in 2026: Fact Sheet.
Since the beginning of the second Trump Administration on January 20, 2025, President Donald J. Trump has used various trade authorities to impose tariffs. Following the Supreme Court's ruling on February 20, 2026, invalidating the Trump Administration's use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose certain tariffs, President Trump has used a combination of other trade authorities to impose tariffs.1 President Trump announced a global 10% tariff rate using Section 122 authorities shortly after the Supreme Court's IEEPA decision.2 Section 122 authorizes the President to levy duties for no more than 150 days barring legislation from Congress authorizing an extension.3
With the expiration of the Section 122 tariffs on July 24, 2026, the President imposed additional duties using Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 and continued to use Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 to impose duties throughout 2026. Unlike IEEPA, both authorities require an investigation be completed before imposing additional duties. In the case of Section 232, that investigation is undertaken by the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) in the Department of Commerce. In the case of Section 301, that investigation is undertaken by the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR).
On July 23, 2026, President Trump imposed tariff rates of 10% or 12.5% on 60 economies resulting from USTR's final determination of its Section 301 investigation into whether the relevant countries had banned—and effectively enforced those bans—on imports made with forced labor.4 Other Section 301 investigations, including one into structural excess capacity and production in manufacturing sectors, are ongoing.5 BIS is also in the process of conducting other Section 232 investigations to determine whether to levy further duties on specific goods for national security purposes.6
Since the February 20, 2026, Supreme Court decision, the President has cited authorities from four laws to impose higher tariff rates.
Request for Information on Combat WOOL Boot Sock
October 9, 2026, Request for Information on Combat Boot Sock.
This Sources Sought Announcement is to assist the U.S. Marine Corps Portfolio Acquisition Executive Marine Corps (PAE MC) to identify potential sources to provide a Combat Boot Sock. The goal is to provide warfighting capability and mission support in various environments by enhancing foot comfort, durability, and performance for military personnel.
Program Manager Combat Support Systems (PM CSS) is conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of manufacturing a high-performance combat boot sock that meets the requirements of Purchase Description MC-PD-24-003. The sock is intended for use with the applicable standard-issue combat boots identified in the purchase description. This Request for Information (RFI) is issued for market-research and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation, request for proposal, or commitment by the Government to procure any product or service.
See: SAM Notification
The sock shall contain wool a minimum of 52% wool (no coarser than US 60s (25 microns or finer)), a minimum of 20% nylon, and a minimum of 1% spandex and shall not contain cotton or rayon fiber.
Monday is Columbus Day in American and Thanksgiving Day in Canada
Monday, October 12th, is a federal holiday in the United States. National, state, and local government offices will be closed. Observance of the holiday by the private sector varies from region to region. In Boston, were Agathon Associates is based, many offices, including Agathon Associates, will be closed.
The second Monday in October is also Thanksgiving Day in Canada.
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Columbus Day 2026
BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
A PROCLAMATION
More than five centuries ago, Christopher Columbus embarked westward across uncharted waters and discovered the New World — bringing with him the rich traditions of Western civilization and paving the way to the birth of the American Nation less than three centuries later. Today, we honor his life of valor, adventure, and ingenuity. We cherish his memory and pledge to safeguard his story. Above all, we remember with gratitude that the triumph of freedom and the glory of our Republic are the fruits of his faith and unrelenting devotion.
In August of 1492, Columbus departed the shores of Spain to chart a new trade route to Asia. With his crew of about 90 men aboard the Niña, the Pinta, and the Santa María, for more than 2 grueling months, he pressed onward across the vast and unforgiving Atlantic Ocean — braving violent storms and treacherous waters. Through every trial, Columbus never wavered, holding his crew to the mission when most others would have turned back.
When Columbus and his crew made landfall on the islands of the present-day Bahamas, they first believed they had reached the shores of Asia. Instead, their voyage redrew the map of human possibility and opened a new chapter in the history of exploration. They unleashed a bold new age of discovery that expanded the horizons of knowledge, carried the splendors of the Western world across an ocean, and set in motion the forces that would culminate in the miracle of July 4, 1776. When they arrived, as a sign of devotion to God and respect to Ferdinand and Isabella of Spain, Columbus raised a mighty cross in the newly discovered land as a sign that “Your Highnesses hold this land for your own, but chiefly as a sign of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Ever since, this spirit of adventure has coursed through the veins of generations of patriots — from the brave settlers who established the first colonial foothold at Jamestown to the daring pioneers who pushed westward and tamed the frontier.
Today, we reaffirm that Christopher Columbus is a legend whose vision, fortitude, and perseverance unleashed a dynamic of history that led to the creation of the greatest, freest, and most just Nation in history. We are forever indebted to his courageous voyage, and we will never allow his legacy to be erased by radical extremists. For this reason, earlier this year, I was proud to install a statue of Christopher Columbus on the White House grounds — an exact replica of the statue that stood for more than three decades in Baltimore, Maryland, from its dedication by President Ronald Reagan in October 1984 until rioters tore it down and threw it into Baltimore Harbor on July 4, 2020. Now placed at the White House, this magnificent monument stands as a testament to the resilient legacy of one of history’s greatest heroes.
Columbus Day also holds special significance for our incredible Italian-American citizens. Like Columbus, they have embodied a steadfast love of country and faith in God, and they continue to strengthen our communities and propel our country to even greater heights.
In 1892, on the occasion of the 400th anniversary of Columbus’ epic voyage, Pope Leo XIII published an encyclical hailing “the greatness of his mind and heart,” which “can be compared to but few in the history of humanity.” The Pope continued: Columbus “looked for a something greater and higher than did these others.” Today, as we celebrate the anniversary of Christopher Columbus’ arrival in the New World, we honor his unrivaled greatness. We embrace our duty to prove worthy of the inheritance he left us, to match his courage with our own, and to never abandon, forsake, or forget the beauty of our faith, the glories of our culture, and the stories of our heroes.
In commemoration of Christopher Columbus’ historic voyage, the Congress, by joint resolution of April 30, 1934, and modified in 1968 (36 U.S.C. 107), as amended, has requested the President proclaim the second Monday of October of each year as “Columbus Day.”
NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 12, 2026, as Columbus Day. I call upon the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. I also direct that the flag of the United States be displayed on all public buildings on the appointed day in honor of the great Christopher Columbus and all who have contributed to building our Nation.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this seventh day of October, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-six, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fifty-first.
DONALD J. TRUMP
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Contract Awarded: Duck Cloth
October 6, 2026, Contract Awarded: Duck Cloth.
Awardee: Martin Military Inc.
Award Amount: $228,100.
See: SAM Notification.
Contract Awarded: Chemical Suit
October 17, 2026, Contract Awarded: Chemical Suit.
Awardee: Contract Awarded: Safeware Inc.
Award Amount: $315,573.
See: SAM Notification.
Continuation China 301 Tariffs
On September 7, 2026, the Office of the U.S. trade Representative published in the Federal Register (91 FR 64212) Continuation of Actions: China’s Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Technology Transfer, Intellectual Property, and Innovation.
SUMMARY: In a notice published on May 6, 2026, the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) announced the first step in the second, statutory four-year review process of the two actions taken as a result of the investigation of China’s acts, policies, and practices related to technology transfer, intellectual property, and innovation. The notice informed representatives of domestic industries that benefit from the actions, as modified, of the possible termination of the actions and of the opportunity for the representatives to request continuation of the actions. USTR received requests for continuation of both actions from representatives of domestic industries that benefit from the actions. Accordingly, the actions have not terminated and will remain in effect, subject to possible further modifications, including any modifications resulting from the statutory four-year review.
USTR received numerous requests to continue the July 6, 2018 and August 23, 2018 actions, as modified, from a range of domestic industries.
In light of the continuation of the actions, and in accordance with Section 307(c)(3) of the Trade Act (19 U.S.C. 2417(c)(3)), the U.S. Trade Representative will conduct a review of the July 6, 2018 and August 23, 2018 actions, as modified. USTR will publish a separate notice or notices describing the review process. The process will include inviting interested persons to submit comments on the effectiveness of the actions in achieving the objectives of the investigation, other actions that could be taken, and the effects of such actions on the United States economy, including consumers. See 19 U.S.C. 2417(c)(3)).
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
NDAA FY 2027: Forces End Strengths
H.R. Sec. 401 & S. Sec. 401—Active Forces End Strengths Both bills have Active Forces End Strengths of: (1) The Army 469,000 (2) The Navy 356,600 (3) The Marine Corps 173,700 (4) The Air Force 330,400 (5) The Space Force 13,200 H.R. Sec. 411 & S. Sec. 411—Reserves End Strengths Both bills have Selected Reserves End Strengths of: (1) Army National Guard 331,300 (2) Army Reserve 172,000 (3) Navy Reserve 56,500 (4) Marine Corps Reserve 34,700 (5) Air National Guard 107,400 (6) Air Force Reserve 67,400 (7) Coast Guard Reserve 8,500 For both Active Forces and Selected Reserves the numbers are the same as President Trump's request. See the table below.
National Defense Authorization Act: Quick View of Current Status
Overview of Current NDAA FY 2027
The annual National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) has a history of regular passage. FY2026 marked the 65th consecutive fiscal year that an annual defense authorization was enacted.
See: https://www.congress.gov/crs-product/IF10516
(i) House
On May 13, 2026, Mr. Rogers, Rep., of Alabama and Mr. Smith, Dem., of Washington, introduced H.R. 8800, a bill to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2027 for Department of Defense.
See: https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/8800
On July 22, 2026, the House passed H.R.8800. The vote was largely along party lines.
Seven Republicans voted Nay:
| Brecheen of Oklahoma | Burchett of Tennessee |
| Crane of Arizona | Hageman of Wyoming |
| Luna of Florida | Massie of Kentuck |
| Roy of Texas |
Six Democrats voted Yae:
| Cuellar of Texas | Davis of North Carolina |
| Golden of Maine | Gonzalez, V. of Texas |
| Gray of California | Perez of Washington |
See: https://clerk.house.gov/Votes/2026278?Page=2
(ii) Senate
On June 15, 2026, S.4784, was introduced in the Senator Roger Wicker,Rep., of Mississippi. No further action as of September 30, 2026.
Monday, October 5, 2026
SBA: Selling to the Federal Government (October 7, 2026)
The federal government spends over $600 billion in contracts every year. 23% of those dollars are required to be awarded blank'>to small business. In this federal contracting primer, learn how to certify your small business to compete for set-aside opportunities. Join to connect with resources, marketing tools and consulting services to support your success in the federal marketplace.
Sign up HERE.
Marine Corps Meets 2026 Goal with Over 31,000 New Recruits
October 2, 2026, The Marine Corps met its fiscal year 2026 recruitment goal with over 31,000 enlisted Marines, thanks to a high volume of interested applicants and strong retention. Read more in the Marine Times.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Harvard University Transforms Waste Wool from American Woolen Company into Cladding for Retrofits
September 27, 2026, Grinham Research Group at Harvard University has developed an insulating cladding tile made from waste wool, which was presented at this year's Oslo Architecture Triennale.
For the Oslo Architecture Triennale installation, Grinham Research Group sourced preconsumer waste wool from the American Woolen Company in Connecticut. It used a mixture of naturally coloured and dyed fibres, which resulted in the variations in tile colours.
Grinham Research Group saw the potential in wool's insulative, fire-resistant and antibacterial properties, and wanted to save it from being discarded as a residual material in the agricultural and textile industries.
Read more HERE.
Friday, October 2, 2026
Buy American Waiver Relating to Certain Textile Equipment Approved
September 17, 2026, The USDA-ARS Cotton Quality and Innovation Research Unit requires a roving frame and a rotor spinning frame to support fiber-to-yarn processing research, cotton quality improvement, and pilot-scale textile development. These machines provide essential process control capabilities, including adjustable drafting, twist settings, rotor speeds, and small-batch experimental operation, all necessary for research not feasible in commercial production mills.
See the waiver HERE.
DLA Troop Support Honors Gloria Simons for Service in Clothing and Textiles
October 1, 2026, Standing before an room filled with colleagues, service members and loved ones, Army Brig. Gen. Sean Kelly, commander of Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support, marked an extraordinary milestone this month as the command celebrated the retirement of two longtime federal civil servants whose careers span a combined 76 years.
Gloria Simons and William “Bill” Diaz were formally recognized for 41 and 35 years of distinguished service, respectively. As the nation’s combat logistics support agency, DLA delivers end-to-end global supply chain solutions to all military branches and combatant commands, a strategic mission carried out through the sustained expertise of dedicated civil servants like Simons and Diaz.
Simons, a strategic sourcing specialist in the CLOTHING and TEXTILES supply chain, began her 40-year career on Oct. 2, 1985, as a supply clerk at Norfolk Naval Air Station, Virginia. Over four decades, she held critical logistics posts across DLA Troop Support Subsistence, DLA Energy at Fort Belvoir, the Defense Commissary Agency and Clothing and Textiles, strengthening supply chain agility at every phase of her service.
Read more HERE.
Award Notice: Insignia, Grade, Enlisted, Cap
October 1, 2026, Award Notice: Insignia, Grade, Enlisted, Cap.
Awardee: Kennedy Inc.
Award Amount: $33,440.
See: SAM Notification.
Navy Exceeds Recruiting Goal with over 45,000 New Sailors
October 1, 2026, the U.S. Navy announced that it surpassed its fiscal 2026 recruiting goal, continuing a trend of meeting its fleet’s manpower needs several years in a row.
Read more in the Military Times.
Determination Under the Textile and Apparel Commercial Availability Provision of the Dominican Republic-Central America-United States Free Trade Agreement (``CAFTA-DR'')
The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements (``CITA'') has determined that certain faux leather fabric bonded to a pile 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.
Specifications: Certain Faux Leather Fabric Bonded to a Pile Fabric
HTS: 6001.10; 6001.92.00.
Fabric Type: Knit fabric, faux leather bonded to a pile fabric.
Fiber Content:
Face: Faux leather fabric constructed from a 100% polyester knit fabric.
Back: Sherpa knit pile fabric 60-64% polyester, 36-40% acrylic.
Yarn Size:
Face: 75 Denier sea-island filament 100% polyester used for both warp and weft.
Back: Binding polyester 150 denier polyester combined with tops acrylic fiber, weighing between 8 to 18 grams.
Thread Count:
Face: Wales/cm 32, Course/cm 32.
Back: Wales/cm 7, Course/cm 8.
Weight: 442-488 grams per square meter.
Width: 137 to 143 centimeters (equivalent to 53.9 inches to 56.30 inches).
Weave: Knit in both, face and back.
Coloration:
Face: Roll dyed, colors: black, brown and green and overprinted;
Back side: fiber Dyed in colors black, brown and green.
Finishing: Bonded using the Moltopren heat process, which involves a flame lamination technique that fuses the layers through controlled heat and pressure.
The finished sherpa hair has a height of approximately 4 to 7 mm in the back.
Additional Information: Sea island fiber is also known as super-conjugate fiber or butterfly polyester yarn, is formed by a core component dispersed in another polymer in a longitudinally continuous way. Polymer material forms the core part, which is also called the island phase or dispersed phase. Another polymer is called sea component, sea phase, or continuous phase. Because original dispersed phase fiber presents as an island state in the fiber section, it is called sea-island fiber.
Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled: Notice of Public Meeting
DATE: October 28, 2026, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. ET.
ADDRESSE: The meeting will be accessible to the public virtually via Zoom webinar.
BACKGROUND: The Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled is an independent Federal agency operating as the U.S. AbilityOne Commission. It oversees the AbilityOne Program, which provides employment opportunities through Federal contracts for people who are blind or have significant disabilities in the manufacture and delivery of products and services to the Federal Government. The Javits-Wagner-O'Day Act (41 U.S.C. chapter 85) authorizes the contracts.
REGISTRATION: Attendees not requesting speaking time should register not later than October 27, 2026. Attendees requesting speaking time must register not later than October 20, 2026, and use the comment fields in the registration form to specify the intended speaking topic(s). The registration link will be available on the Commission's home page, www.abilityone.gov, under News and Events.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Half of America Participates in Department of War Contracting
During the period January-September 2026, the Department of War contracted with clothing and textile vendors in 26 States plus the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.
Registration Open for 2027 ASI Annual Convention
Registration is now open for the 2027 American Sheep Industry Association (ASI) Annual Convention! Join us January 13-16, 2027, at the Charleston Mariott Hotel in Charleston, South Carolina.
More information HERE.
New Request for Commercial Availability Determination under the CAFTA-DR: Certain Woven Wrinkle Free Cotton/Polyester Fabric
The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements ("CITA") is considering Commercial Availability Request File Number CA2026009 for certain woven wrinkle free cotton/polyester 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. (ET) on October 14, 2026. Rebuttals to Responses are due by 11:59 P.M. (ET) on October 20, 2026.
SPECIFICATIONS: Certain Woven Wrinkle Free Cotton/Polyester Fabric
HTS: 5210.32.00; 5210.49.10; 5210.59.10 Fiber Content: 51–75% Cotton, 25–49% Polyester Yarn Size – Warp: 127/2 to 212/2 metric (75/2 to 125/2 English count) Staple fiber yarns in Cotton or Cotton/Polyester Yarn Size - Weft: in one of the following 2 options: - Option #1: 68/1 to 110/1 metric (40/1 to 65/1 English count) Staple fiber yarns in Polyester or Cotton/Polyester -Option #2: 120/1 to 51.4/1 metric (75 Denier to 175 Denier) Filament yarns in Polyester Weave Type: Twill or herringbone Weight: between 80 to 165 grams per sq. meter (2.36oz/sq. yd to 4.87oz/sq. yd) Width: 137 to 157 cm (54 to 62 inch) Coloration: Piece dyed and/or yarn dyed and/or printed Finishing Process: Mercerized + Wrinkle Free Finish Performance (include all test methods and standards that apply): *Shrinkage +1% to -5% using AATCC 135 *Minimum Durable Press 3.0 after 3 launderings using AATCC 128-17E
Request for Information on WOOL Combat Boot Sock
September 30, 2026, Request for Information on Wool Combat Boot Sock.
This Sources Sought Announcement is to assist the U.S. Marine Corps Portfolio Acquisition Executive Marine Corps (PAE MC) to identify potential sources to provide a Combat Boot Sock. The goal is to provide warfighting capability and mission support in various environments by enhancing foot comfort, durability, and performance for military personnel.
The Government requests that responses be submitted electronically to mary.k.prebensen.civ@army.mil and harvey.walker1@usmc.mil by October 30, 2026 by 5 PM EST.
The sock shall contain wool a minimum of 52% wool (no coarser than US 60s (25 microns or finer)), a minimum of 20% nylon, and a minimum of 1% spandex and shall not contain cotton or rayon fiber.
See: SAM Notification.
Contract Awarded: Alpine Cold Weather Boots
September 30, 2026, Contract Awarded: Alpine Cold Weather Boot.
Awardee: Blue Heron Tactical Supply LLC.
Award Amount: $42,420.
See: SAM Notification.
Contract Awarded: Terry Cloth
October 1, 2026, Contract Awarded: Terry Cloth.
Awardee: Durmus Trading LLC.
Award Amount: $146,475.
See: SAM Notification.
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