84--Notice of Industry Day - DOI uniform items
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Interior (DOI) will host an Industry Day on March 27, 2026, at 11:00 AM EDT in Washington, D.C., to conduct market research for a future multi-agency uniform acquisition. This event is crucial for companies interested in providing civilian uniforms, related components, and a web-based ordering system. Registration is required by March 23, 2026, 11:00 AM MDT.
Purpose & Scope
This Special Notice announces an Industry Day focused on gathering industry input for a future solicitation concerning civilian uniforms, patches, insignia, headwear, footwear, outerwear, and a web-based ordering system for DOI and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers uniform programs. The government seeks to understand commercial practices, domestic source availability for uniform components, and sourcing/ordering/fulfillment constraints to inform its acquisition strategy.
Event Details
- Date & Time: March 27, 2026, at 11:00 AM EDT
- Location: Main Interior Building, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240 (specific entry protocols and room number to be provided in a future amendment).
- Format: Attendees will receive an overview of anticipated requirements and instructions for the next phase. Individual meetings and written exchanges will follow the main event, allowing for virtual or in-person discussions.
Registration & Key Information
- Registration Deadline: March 23, 2026, 11:00 AM MDT
- Action: Interested parties must email a completed registration form (attached as "DOI_Industry_Day_Registration_Form_3-27-26_1.docx") to Sarah_Welch@nps.gov and Jaime_mijares@nps.gov.
- Registration Form Requirements: Company Name, Address, Web Address, UEI, CAGE Code, Principal NAICS Code, Ownership details, Primary Point of Contact, and Attendee information.
- NAICS Code: 315210 (Cut and sew apparel contractors)
- Small Business Size Standard: 750 employees
- Product Service Code: 8415 (Clothing, Special Purpose)
- Important Note: This is a market research event and not a solicitation. The government will not pay for information provided or travel expenses for attendees.
Set-Aside
No set-aside is specified as this is a market research event.