IHWCUs
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 U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), under the Department of Homeland Security, is soliciting quotes for Improved Hot Weather Combat Uniforms (IHWCUs) with an Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside acquisition, with a firm fixed-price purchase order anticipated. Offers are due by February 20, 2026, at 1:00 PM Pacific Time.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide IHWCUs with OCP pattern uniforms. Specific quantities and sizes are detailed in the 'Uniform Sizes and Quantities.docx' document. This includes:
- Blouses (Male & Female Fit): 57 units across various sizes.
- Combat Tops (Male & Female Fit): 54 units across various sizes.
- Field Pants (Male & Female Fit): 54 units across various sizes. All items must be in the OCP pattern. The delivery destination is USCG MSST LALB, 1001 S. Seaside Ave., San Pedro, CA 90731.
Contract Details
- Solicitation Number: 70Z08426Q34262PR260000008
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 315990 (600 Employees size standard)
- Product Service Code: 8415 (Clothing, Special Purpose)
Submission & Evaluation
Offers must be submitted via email to the Contracting Officer by the due date. Required submission elements include the solicitation number, specifications of items offered, point of contact information, and the company's UEI Number. Award will be based on the lowest price for items that meet or exceed specifications.
Key Dates & Contact
- Offer Due Date: February 20, 2026, 1:00 PM Pacific Time
- Questions Due Date: February 17, 2026, 8:00 AM Pacific Time (NO phone calls)
- Contracting Officer: Terry E. Craft
- Email: terry.e.craft@uscg.mil
Relevant Documents
Bidders should review the 'Commercial Products and Services Clauses 2026 2.pdf' for incorporated FAR and HSAR clauses, and the 'IHWCU_SF1449.pdf' for full solicitation details.