Hot Weather Combat Boots

SOL #: 26-P-043744Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Army

W6QK ACC-APG

ABERDEEN PROVING GROU, MD, 21005-5001, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Footwear Manufacturing (316210)

PSC

Individual Equipment (8465)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/eaacc17e222d4761ab3a48288244be67/view

Timeline

Posted

May 14, 2026

Last Updated

May 14, 2026

Response Deadline

May 21, 2026, 7:00 PM

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 U.S. Army Contracting Command-Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC-APG) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify qualified small businesses capable of providing 5,000 pairs of Hot Weather Combat Boots. This requirement supports the U.S. Army Security Assistance Command (USASAC) for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) to Tunisia under Case TU-B-UVE. The government anticipates awarding a single Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract. Responses are due by May 21, 2026.

Scope of Work

This opportunity seeks the procurement of 5,000 pairs of Hot Weather Combat Boots. Key specifications, detailed in the "Salient Characteristics" document and the opportunity description, include:

Comparison P/N: 8177- (Belleville Boot brand).
Required Sizes: 5.5, 6.5, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 10, 11, 13.
Required Color: COYOTE.
Material: LEATHER.
Special Features:
- Berry Amendment Compliant.
- 8" Standard Military Height.
- Backward-Facing Forefoot Seams & Tendon Relief Dip.
- Construction: Direct Attach with Reinforced Stitched Toe & Heel Tabs.
- Insole: Removable/Washable Cushioned Orthotic Footbed.
- Hardware: Nylon-Coated Speedhooks & Eyelets.
- Upper Material: Genuine Cowhide Suede & 1000D Cordura™ Nylon.
- Must meet all AR 670-1 and AFI 36-2903 specifications.

Contract & Timeline

Type: Sources Sought (anticipates a single Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract).
Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
Response Due: May 21, 2026, 7:00 PM ET.
Published: May 14, 2026.
Anticipated Award: No later than June 12, 2026.

Relevance to Bidders

This notice is for market research purposes to identify potential sources. Interested small businesses must demonstrate their capability to meet all specified technical requirements, including Berry Amendment compliance and adherence to military standards. Responses will inform the government's acquisition strategy for the subsequent solicitation.