Cloth LTC
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice for Cloth LTC (Long Term Contract). The government seeks to identify potential sources capable of overseeing the production and delivery of specific cloth materials for a contract structured with five 12-month tiers. This initiative aims to find additional sources of supply for various textile fabrics. Responses are due by June 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity involves providing a range of textile fabrics, including specific types such as Army Cloth (Gabardine, Poly/Wool), Army Blue Serge Polyester Wool, Army Blue Polyester Wool, MDW Blue Poplin Cotton Polyester, and Elastique Wool. Each cloth type references specific NSNs and military specifications (e.g., GL-PD-19008A, MIL-DTL-823M, A-A-55229A, MIL-DTL-3738M).
- Guaranteed Minimum: 203,200 yards (specific cloths to be determined by market research).
- Maximum Quantity: 9,751,200 yards (any combination of listed cloths).
- Testing: All items are subject to standard and shade testing.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Not specified; potential offerors are asked for their preference.
- Period of Performance: Five 12-month tiers.
- Estimated Leadtime: 150 days after issuance of an order.
- Delivery Location: DLA third-party logistics (3PL) facility in Lansing, Michigan.
- Published Date: May 21, 2026
- Response Due: June 22, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Interested businesses must provide comprehensive information, including:
- Business Name, Address, CAGE Code, Point of Contact, Number of employees, Business Type, and Place(s) of performance.
- Experience with long-term Government contracts.
- Acceptance of the specified delivery location.
- Estimated unit prices per yard for the required cloths.
- A Capability Statement detailing experience in military specifications, government testing, quality assurance, and supply chain management.
- Information on manufacturing relationships, quality control/testing capabilities, and capacity/scalability.
- Suggestions on industry standards and contract preferences. Responses must be submitted electronically to Jessica.Reilly.Shields@dla.mil.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Domestic Preference: DLA Troop Support prefers domestically-sourced materials. Approved DNAD (Defense National Stock Number) items may be used if domestic sources cannot meet requirements.
- Manufacturer Not Required: Contractors are not required to be direct manufacturers but are responsible for ensuring material production and delivery.
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought Notice for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The Government does not intend to award a contract based solely on this notice. Awards may not be made on an "all-or-nothing" basis, potentially allowing for multiple awards for only the cloth items a company can produce, source, and deliver.