Ceremonial Blue Service Caps
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 Army, specifically the 3d Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), has issued a Sources Sought Notice for Ceremonial Blue Service Caps. This market research aims to identify industry capabilities for providing these caps, which are essential for mission requirements in the Military District of Washington and surrounding areas. The government currently intends to award a sole source contract to Kingform Cap Company Inc., but is seeking information from other interested parties. Responses are due by May 28, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. ET.
Purpose & Scope
This Sources Sought announcement is to gauge industry interest and capability to provide Blue Dress Service Caps for the United States Army Old Guard. The caps are required for various ceremonies and special events. This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The government is not seeking quotes or proposals at this time. The anticipated period of performance is 120 days.
Information Requested from Respondents
Interested parties are requested to provide:
- Relevant past performance (contract numbers, dollar values, brief description).
- Indication of whether your firm possesses the cap pattern or if it would need to be supplied.
- Point of contact information for referenced efforts.
- Identification of any conditions unnecessarily restricting competition and suggested alternatives.
- Firm details: name, POC, phone, email, SAM Unique Entity ID, CAGE code, business size, and small business status/certifications.
- Interest in competing as a prime contractor, or details on subcontracting, joint ventures, or teaming arrangements.
- Detailed information on previous experience with similar requirements (size, scope, complexity, timeframe, government/commercial).
- Information to determine if the requirement is commercially available, including pricing, basis for pricing, delivery schedules, and customary terms.
- Recommendations on how to structure contract requirements to facilitate competition, especially among small businesses.
- Recommendations to improve the Army's approach, specifications, or draft PWS/PRS.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: Not Applicable (Sources Sought - intent for sole source to Kingform Cap Company Inc.)
- NAICS Code: 315990 (Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing)
- Place of Performance: Fort Myer, VA
- Period of Performance: 120 days
- Response Due: May 28, 2026, 10:00 A.M. ET
- Published: May 7, 2026
Contact Information
- Contracting Officer: LTC Paul Kilgore (paul.m.kilgore.mil@army.mil)
- Contract Specialist: MAJ Tavon Cooper (tavon.m.cooper.mil@army.mil)
- Competition Advocate: Scott Kukes (scott.d.kukes.civ@army.mil, 520-944-7373)
Additional Notes
No payment will be made for submitted information. Failure to respond does not preclude future participation if a solicitation is released. Potential offerors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for future updates.