Cold/Wet Weather Gear
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 Air Force, specifically the 42d Contracting Squadron (FA3300 42 CONS CC) at Maxwell AFB, AL, is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified Total Small Business vendors capable of providing Cold/Wet Weather Gear for the 42nd Security Forces Squadron. This market research aims to gather information on industry capabilities for items such as wet weather jackets, pants, fleece, insulated gloves, and watch caps. Responses are due by May 5, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Central Standard Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for new, brand-new cold and wet weather gear as outlined in the draft Statement of Requirements (SOR). Key items include:
- Wet Weather Jacket/Parka (OCP): 3-layer windproof/waterproof breathable shell with specific features like adjustable hood, vents, map pockets, and reinforced elbows.
- Wet Weather Pants (OCP): 3-layer windproof, waterproof, breathable shell with taped seams, drawstring waist, and reinforced knees.
- Coyote Fleece (Brown or OCP): 100% Nylon with Taslan reinforcements, fade/shrink resistant, and specific pocket/sleeve features.
- Insulated Tactical Gloves (Brown or OCP): Synthetic leather palm, adjustable wrist closure, form-fitting.
- Wind/Water Insulated Watch Cap (Coyote Brown): Wind and waterproof, machine washable, one size fits all.
All items must be delivered to 42 SFS/S4, 130 W Selfridge St. Bldg. #943, Montgomery, AL 36112, with coordination required for Maxwell AFB installation access.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS: Primarily 315990 (All Other Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing) with a 600-employee size standard.
- Response Due: Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. CST
- Published: April 29, 2026
Information Requested
Respondents are requested to provide:
- Company name, address, Point of Contact (POC), phone, and email.
- SAM.gov registration status, CAGE Code, and Unique Entity ID (UEI).
- Business type (small, large, etc.) under NAICS 315990, and any alternative NAICS with rationale.
- Recommended customary commercial contract terms.
- Confirmation (Yes/No) of capability to meet all requirements in the draft SOR (paras 2.1-2.5.3).
- If capable, provide up to two (2) recent and relevant contract references (last 3 years) including company name, POC, work description, contract number, total value, and period of performance.
Important Notes
This is NOT a solicitation; the government does not intend to award a contract based on this notice. Portions of responses may be incorporated into a future solicitation, so avoid proprietary or competition-sensitive information. No reimbursement will be provided for response costs. Oral submissions will not be considered.
Response Details
Responses must be emailed to Amn Matthew Diaz (matthew.diaz.15@us.af.mil) and Mr. Willie Stallings (willie.stallings@us.af.mil).