Tri Corner Hats IDIQ

Other / Unclassified

This document is an image file (Tri3.jpg) containing a photograph of a black tricorn hat with a white ribbon band and a white trim along the brim. The hat is placed on a wooden surface, likely a desk.

As this document is an image of a hat and contains no textual information related to a government contract opportunity, it is not relevant to potential bidders. It does not provide details on solicitations, statements of work, amendments, or any other procurement-related information.

Other / Unclassified

This document is an image file (Tri2.jpg) of a black tricorn hat with a white trim. The hat is placed on a wooden surface, likely a desk, with a computer monitor and office background visible.

This document does not appear to contain any information relevant to a SAM.gov opportunity record, such as a solicitation, SOW, PWS, amendment, or Q&A. It is an image of an unrelated item.

Other / Unclassified

This document is an image file (Tri1.jpg) of a black tricorn hat with white trim, held by a hand. The hat appears to be a costume or prop.

This document does not appear to contain information relevant to a SAM.gov opportunity record, such as a solicitation, SOW, amendment, or Q&A. It is likely an unrelated image attachment.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (Solicitation Number: W91QV126QA003) for "Tri-Corner Hats." The government is procuring these hats, with a North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code of 315990.

• The solicitation outlines the procurement of "Tri-Corner Hats" across five ordering periods.

• Each ordering period specifies a quantity and "Firm Fixed Price" arrangement.

• Specific quantities per ordering period are: Period 1 (300 each), Period 2 (200 each), Period 3 (200 each), Period 4 (200 each), and Period 5 (200 each).

• The document incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses by reference, covering various aspects of contract performance, payment, and compliance.

• A key clause, 252.211-7003 "Item Unique Identification and Valuation," requires unique item identification for delivered items.

• Packaging and marking requirements are also referenced.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated but implied to be a Firm Fixed Price arrangement based on the pricing structure.

• The period of performance is not fully detailed in the provided pages but includes ordering periods.

• The estimated value is not stated.

• Offerors must submit quotes electronically via email to MAJ Tavon Cooper and LTC Paul Kilgore.

• The proposal submission deadline is 24 February 2026 at 3:00 PM eastern time.

• Product samples must be sent to Mission and Installation Contracting Command, 9410 Jackson Loop Building 1425, Fort Belvoir, VA 22060-5134, and must be received by 24 February 2026 at 3:00 PM eastern time.

• Questions and clarifications must be submitted via email by 06 February 2026 at 9:00 AM eastern time.

• Evaluation will be based on Technical Capability and Price, with Technical Capability being significantly more important than Price.

• Trade-offs between price and non-price factors are permitted.

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• Specific set-aside categories mentioned include Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB).

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses, including those related to system for award management, commercial terms, unique item identification, payment instructions, and representations and certifications.

• The document is 72 pages long.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To acquire Tri-corner hats for the 3d U.S. Infantry ("The Old Guard") for ceremonial duties.

• Procurement of Black 3XXX Beaver felt (or equivalent) Tri-corner hats.

• Hats must be colorfast, retain shape, and meet specific material stiffness.

• Specific dimensions for crown height (4½ inches), brim width (5 inches), and brim trim (1-inch white grosgrain ribbon, ½ inch visible inside and outside).

• Brim must be turned up and secured by black cotton lacing (3/16 inch width).

• Hat alignment requires the front point to be centered over the inside corner of the left eye when worn.

• Cockade placement is over the lacing on the left side, flush with the bottom of the white grosgrain trim.

• Interior black hat band (1½ inches wide) for comfort and fit.

• Hats must be stain resistant, water resistant, and color fast.

• Detachable 1/8 inch diameter, cylindrical cord-type, black drawstring chin strap (doubled length 11-12 inches) with a 3/8 inch inside diameter, 1h inch length white wooden cylinder.

• Two black 14-inch grommets on the inside brim edge for the chin strap.

• All measurements must be adhered to with strict precision; deviations require contract manager approval.

• Supplier must provide samples for quality inspection before full order fulfillment.

• Hats must be delivered within 120 days after a delivery order is awarded.

• Contractor must provide 24-hour notice prior to deliveries.

• Contract period: Five (5) ordering periods, each one year in duration.

• Delivery Location: Central Issuing Facility, Fort Myer, Virginia.

• Contract Structure: Indefinite Deliver, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).

• Contract Minimum: 500 items total.

• Contract Maximum: 1250 items total.

• Delivery Order Minimum: 25 items.

• Delivery Order Maximum: 300 items.

• Available sizes range from 6½ to 8.

• Contractor must submit a product sample at no cost to the Government.

• Access to secure facilities requires coordination with the POC and vendor responsibility for documentation.

• Government will not provide any items or services.

• Primary: CPT. Stephanie Blanks (210-850-6306, stephanie.n.blanks.mil@army.mil)

• Alternate: MAJ. Jung Son (714-397-3922, jung.k.son.mil@army.mil)