DHS Uniforms - Berry Compliant

2026-11-03

To All Potential Respondents , The Government requests that all white paper responses be submitted no later thanApril 24 , 2026 , to ensure timely consideration of your information as part of our ongoing market research . We strongly encourage all remaining interested parties to submit their responses by the above date so that their input may be fully incorporated into our analysis . Please submit complete white paper responses to the Point of Contact : Kimberly SaboContract SpecialistEmail : Kimberly . sabo @ dla . milTo further assist respondents , a listing of the required uniform items is included as an attachment to this update . The Government appreciates your interest and participation in this market research effort . Request for Information ( RFI ) For Berry Compliant Uniform and Quartermaster ServicesRFI Number : SPE1C126RDHSUIssuing Agency : Defense Logistics Agency ( DLA ) Date of Issuance : March 25 , 20261 . 0 DISCLAIMERThis Request for Information ( RFI ) is issued solely for market research and planning purposes ; it does not constitute a Request for Proposal ( RFP ) or a promise to issue an RFP in the future . This RFI does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever . The Government is not seeking proposals at this time and will not accept unsolicited proposals . Respondents are advised that the U . S . Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI ; all costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at the interested party ’ s expense . Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFP , if one is issued . The information provided in this RFI is subject to change and is not binding on the Government . 2 . 0 PURPOSEThe Defense Logistics Agency ( DLA ) is conducting market research to assess the industry ' s capability to provide a comprehensive , enterprise - wide solution for uniform items and quartermaster services that are fully compliant with theBerry Amendment ( 10 U . S . C . 2533a ). The purpose of this RFI is to gather information from potential sources to help determine the most effective acquisition strategy for a potential future procurement . The Government is seeking to understand the industrial base ' s capacity , potential supply chain risks , cost structures , and technical feasibility associated with a large - scale , 100 % domestic uniform program . 3 . 0 BACKGROUNDDLA anticipates a future requirement for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity ( IDIQ ) contract to serve The U . S . Department of Homeland Security ( DHS ) component agencies ( CBP , TSA , ICE , FEMA , CISA , FLETC , USSS , USCG , FDA ). The scope is expected to include : Product Supply : Sourcing and supplying an estimated 1 , 600 + different COTS uniform items and emergency uniforms when neededQuartermaster Services : Managing on - site quartermaster operations at key training academies . Logistics & Inventory Management : Full - scale inventory control , warehousing , and nationwide distribution . Technology Platform : Operation of a Web - Based Uniform Requesting System . Security Requirements : DHS branded items are considered a security concern and must be accountable and secured at all times . Uniform Fulfillment Requirements : Orders ( for any component ) must be shipped within 7 calendar days ( this includes items that require customization like name tapes , patches , and other branding ). A critical and mandatory component of this future acquisition will beadherence to the Berry Amendment , requiring all textile - based products to be grown , reprocessed , reused , or produced entirely within the United States . 4 . 0 REQUESTED INFORMATIONInterested parties are requested to provide a whitepaper in response to this RFI . Please be as detailed as possible . If your company partners with others to provide a comprehensive solution , please describe this relationship and identify the roles of each partner . Category 1 : Supply Chain & Manufacturing CapabilityDescribe your supply chain for key fabric types ( e . g ., wool , cotton , polyester blends ). Can you ensure Berry compliance ? What is your current domestic manufacturing capacity ( e . g ., garments per month )? Do you own your manufacturing facilities or use subcontractors ? Based on the scope of supplying approximately 1 , 600 + items , identify any specific item categories ( e . g ., specialized outerwear , non - standard fabrics , certain insignia ) that may present challenges for 100 % domestic sourcing . Approximately 800 of the 1 , 600 + COTS uniform items have annual ordering volume of less than 100 units a year , would that present any challenges for 100 % domestic sourcing ? Please describe your network of Berry - compliant subcontractors for specialty items like zippers , buttons , and thread . Please discuss inventory stocking level and manufacturing plan ; including core items , non - core items , customized items ( name tags , hemmed items , items with badges added , etc .), and key specialty items ( cold weather gear , maternity clothing , etc .). Category 2 : Product Availability & Technical FeasibilityIf current government uniform specifications rely on fabrics or materials that are not produced domestically , what are the closest available Berry - compliant alternatives ? For a contract of this size , what is a realistic lead time to establish fully compliant supply chains and begin full - scale production after contract award ? Is your company able to provide production samples of common uniform items ( e . g ., shirts , trousers , outerwear ) that are certifiably Berry Compliant for government evaluation ? What new or innovative Berry - compliant textiles ( e . g ., lighter , more durable , better moisture - wicking ) are available that the government should consider ? Category 3 : Cost & Pricing StructurePlease provide a rough order of magnitude ( ROM ) price comparison for a standard uniform set ( shirt , pants , jacket ) under a Berry Compliant model versus a non - compliant ( globally sourced ) model . What is the cost premium percentage ? What factors ( e . g ., raw material costs , labor rates ) most influence the price of Berry - compliant goods ? Category 4 : Program Management & LogisticsDo you have an existing , fully operational Web - Based Uniform Requesting System that has been used to manage contracts of similar scope and complexity ? Please describe its features . What is your plan to identify and obtain sufficient uniforms from Berry compliant sources ? At what order volumes do economies of scale become significant for Berry - compliant manufacturing and efficient production runs ? Please discuss your delivery timeframe proposal and plan . Please discuss your plan to eliminate or reduce backordered items and improve ship times when stocking issues arise . Category 5 : Please address the following questions as applicable : What prevented you from submitting a proposal on previous DHS Uniform Contract RFPs ? What problems do you foresee with the requirements that may affect your decision to submit a proposal ? What information would specifically help in providing a competitive proposal with the best possible pricing in response to any solicitation ? Any other suggestions that might streamline this requirement . 5 . 0 RESPONSE GUIDELINESSubmit a notice of your organization ' s intent to formally respond via email to Kimberly . Sabo @ dla . mil no later than April 2 , 2026 . The notice must include your organization ' s planned date for its full response submission . Email subject line should read :“ Intent to Respond SPE1C126RDHS for Berry Compliant Uniforms ”. Submit your formal white paper response to the above POC in PDF or Microsoft Word format . Please provide a cover page that includes the company name , address , CAGE code , UEI number , and the name , title , phone number , and email address of a primary point of contact . Proprietary information , if any , should be minimized and MUST BE CLEARLY MARKED . To aid the Government , please segregate proprietary information . Total response length should not exceed20 pages . Marketing materials are not requested and will not be reviewed . 6 . 0 POINT OF CONTACTQuestions regarding this RFI should be directed to : Kimberly SaboContracting SpecialistKimberly . sabo @ dla . mil

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