Cadet Swim Trunks - Logistics Readiness Center - United States Military Academy

Quick Summary

The Department of the Army, MICC-West Point, is soliciting proposals for Cadet Swim Trunks for the United States Military Academy at West Point, NY. This requirement is for 1000 units annually to support the Corps of Cadets' strenuous training. The contract will consist of a base year and four option years. Offers, including a required sample, are due by February 11, 2026, 12:00 PM ET.

Scope of Work

This procurement is for Men's Swim Trunks designed for long-term use in various water environments. Key specifications include:

• Product: Boxer style swim trunks with a 5-inch inseam.
• Materials: Shell: 100% nylon supplex; Liner: 100% polyester or nylon mesh.
• Color: All black shell, all white liner.
• Design Features: Covered elastic waistband, one-piece inside drawstring, cut side pockets. No manufacturer logos or visible markings.
• Construction: Clean finish seams, tacked stress points, turned and topstitched bottom hem.
• Performance: Must be colorfast, exhibit overall shrinkage not exceeding 5%, and be durable for daily wear and commercial laundering.
• Labeling: Permanent cloth label inside with size, fabric content, and care instructions. Each package requires a "3 of 9" barcode label (approx. 2.5" x 3.5") including BARCODE, STOCK NUMBER, DESCRIPTION, and SIZE.
• Manufacturing: ALL PRODUCTS SHALL BE MANUFACTURED IN THE UNITED STATES.

Contract Details

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price for Commercial Products and Commercial Services.
• Period of Performance: Base Year (January 26, 2026 - January 25, 2027) plus four one-year option periods.
• Quantities: 1000 units per option period, with specific size breakdowns (Small: 250, Medium: 400, Large: 200, X-Large: 100, XX-Large: 50).
• Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
• NAICS Code: 315210 (Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing).

Submission & Evaluation

• Offer Due Date: February 11, 2026, 12:00 PM Eastern Time.
• Sample Requirement: One (1) Men's Swim Trunks sample must be submitted by the offer due date, at no expense to the Government.
• Submission Method: Email pricing to RFQ# W911SD26QA020 and mail the sample to Dennis Cook and Leslie Duron at MICC - West Point.
• Evaluation Criteria: Best value source selection based on Technical Acceptability (Sample) and Price. Samples will be evaluated for major and minor defects against specifications (one major or two minor defects constitute failure). Price will be assessed for reasonableness.

Important Notes

• The solicitation incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, including those related to Item Unique Identification and Valuation (DFARS 252.211-7003) and the Buy American Statute.
• Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) is required for payment instructions.
• Offerors must comply with instructions regarding telecommunications and supply chain security.