Air Force Temperate Weather Boot

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Purchase Description (PD) for "BOOT, MAN'S, COMBAT, TEMPERATE WEATHER, AIR FORCE." It outlines the detailed requirements and specifications for this specific type of footwear intended for use by male personnel of the U.S. Air Force. It serves as a technical specification for procurement.

• Scope: Defines the requirements for men's combat, temperate weather boots for the Air Force.
• Classification: Specifies available sizes (3-16, including half sizes) and widths (N, R, W, XW), and two types: Type I (Coyote 498) and Type II (Air Force Sage Green 1641).
• Applicable Documents: Lists numerous government and non-government specifications, standards, and handbooks that form part of this purchase description, covering materials, testing methods, and regulations (e.g., MIL-SPEC, ASTM, AATCC, NFPA, ISO).
• Requirements: Details extensive construction and material specifications, including:
  • Upper leather (breathable, waterproof, flame resistant, specific treatments).
  • Insoles (thickness, fungal resistance).
  • Fabrics (bootie lining, face layer, waterproof film, tricot knit).
  • Adhesives, binding tape, comfort top band, gusset and quarter side panels.
  • Box toe, counters, shank, eyelets, speed laces, quarter foam, midsole, and outsole.
  • Specific performance requirements for each component (e.g., tensile strength, abrasion resistance, water repellency, spectral reflectance).
• Testing and Verification: Outlines inspection and testing procedures, including first article inspection, component testing, quality conformance inspection, and end-item testing for various characteristics like bond strength, leakage, breathability, and thermal protection.

This document is critical for any bidder intending to supply Air Force combat boots. It provides the definitive technical requirements that the boots must meet. Bidders must carefully review all specifications related to materials, construction, performance, and testing to ensure their proposed product complies fully. Failure to meet these detailed requirements will result in non-compliance and potential rejection of bids or products.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a pre-solicitation notice/synopsis for "Boot, Coyote, Temperate Weather" (PGC: 03944(M) & 03945(W)) required by DLA Troop Support. The boots must be manufactured in accordance with Product Description PD 77AESG-06-01-01A Date: 29 June 2018 (M) and PD 77AESG-06-03A Date: 29 June 2018 (W).

• Product: Boot, Coyote, Temperate Weather.

• Manufacturing standard: Product Description PD 77AESG-06-01-01A (M) / PD 77AESG-06-03A (W).

• Berry Amendment compliance is noted, restricting the acquisition of foreign products and services for clothing and textile items.

• Contract Type: Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).

• Ordering Period: Three (3) one-year tier periods.

• Contract Maximum Dollar Value: $44,881,560.00.

• Contract Guaranteed Minimum Quantity: 17,196 pairs.

• Annual Estimated Quantity (AEQ) per tier: 68,784 pairs.

• Total Estimated Quantity Range: 206,352 to 309,528 pairs.

• 30-day not-to-exceed quantity: 11,464 pairs.

• Delivery Destination: Travis Association For The Blind AF & MC 3PL – Distribution Services, Austin, Texas.

• FOB Destination, Inspection/Acceptance at Origin.

• Initial delivery order production lead time: 150 days.

• Evaluation Factors: 1. Product Demonstration Model (PDM), 2. Past Performance Confidence Assessment, and 3. Surge Sustainment.

• Award Basis: Best Value Trade-Off Source Selection Procedures, integrating technical factors and price.

• Solicitation Availability: Will be posted on the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/. Offerors should register on DIBBS for notifications.

• Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set Aside.

• Procedures: Commercial procedures (FAR Part 12).

• Contracting Office: DLA Troop Support - Clothing & Textiles, Philadelphia, PA.

• Points of Contact: Angela Harris-Norton (Contract Specialist) and Clifford Lawson (Contracting Officer).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Purchase Description (PD) for Woman's Combat, Temperate Weather, Air Force boots. It outlines the detailed requirements for the design, construction, materials, and testing of these boots, intended for use by U.S. Air Force personnel.

• Scope: Defines the requirements for woman's combat, temperate weather boots for U.S. Air Force personnel.
• Classification: Specifies available sizes (whole and half, widths R and W) and types (Type I - Coyote 498, Type II - Air Force Sage Green 1641).
• Applicable Documents: Lists numerous government and non-government specifications, standards, and test methods that must be adhered to.
• Requirements: Details specific criteria for:
  • Boot design and construction (materials, closures, sole types, color matching).
  • Upper leather (breathability, waterproof, flame resistance, specific treatments).
  • Insoles (performance requirements).
  • Fabrics (bootie lining, face layer, waterproof film, tricot knit).
  • Laminated cloth performance.
  • Binding tape, comfort top band, gusset and quarter side panels.
  • Backstay, box toe, counters, shank, eyelets, speed laces, quarter foam.
  • Midsole and cushion midsole requirements.
  • Outsole design and rubber compound requirements.
  • Bond strength between sole components and upper.
  • Removable cushion insert specifications.
  • Whole boot breathability, laces, thermal protection (flame, heat, liquid penetration).
  • Design (height), lasts, and construction details.
• Verification: Outlines inspection and testing procedures, including first article inspection, component testing, quality conformance inspection, and end item testing.
• Notes: Includes intended use, acquisition requirements, certification, and information on equal items.

This document is critical for any bidder intending to supply Air Force Woman's Combat Boots. It serves as the definitive specification, detailing all technical requirements, material standards, performance criteria, and testing protocols that the product must meet. Bidders must ensure their proposed product fully complies with all aspects of this Purchase Description to be considered for award.