Bid guide
How to bid on Undershirt, Olive Drab, MC for the DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying
The Department of Defense is seeking a contractor to supply olive drab undershirts, specifically NSN 8420-01-450-0048. This will be a single, five-year contract. The guaranteed minimum order is 55,776 undershirts, with an estimated annual quantity of 222,816. The total maximum quantity over the contract term is 1,392,600 undershirts.
This opportunity is a 100% small business set-aside, meaning only small businesses can submit offers. The contract will be a firm-fixed-price, indefinite delivery type. All materials and manufacturing must comply with the Berry Amendment.
Key dates and deadlines
This solicitation was published on August 24, 2026. The deadline for submitting your offer is September 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. Offers must be submitted by this time.
The first delivery order will be due 90 days after the contract is awarded. Subsequent delivery orders will have a 90-day lead time with 30-day increments.
Who this opportunity suits
This contract is specifically for small businesses in the apparel manufacturing sector. The applicable North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code is 315210, Cut and Sew Apparel Contractors. Firms with experience in producing military-grade apparel, particularly undershirts, will find this suitable.
Vendors must be able to meet the technical specifications outlined in CID A-A-50013H and provide product samples from each proposed production location.
How to respond
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The solicitation, RFP SPE1C1-26-R-0101, and technical data are available as attachments within the SAM.gov and DIBBS listings. You can also find the solicitation on the DLA DIBBS website. To register for DIBBS, your company must first be registered in SAM.gov. Follow the vendor registration link on the DLA DIBBS home page to begin the process.
Tips for a competitive response
Since Product Demonstration Models (PDMs) and Past Performance are the most important evaluation factors, focus on these areas. Ensure your three size medium PDMs from each proposed production location strictly conform to Specification CID A-A-50013H. Alternate materials are not permitted.
Provide a detailed history of your experience and past performance for the three years prior to the solicitation closing date. Clearly demonstrate your ability to manufacture the items according to the purchase description. Remember that technical and past performance, when combined, are more important than cost or price.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
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