84--TROUSERS,FLIGHT DEC
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.TROOP SUPPORT CLOTHING & TEXTILE.DLA TROOP SUPPORT · Response deadline: Thu, 15 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support seeks trousers designed for flight deck operations under military clothing and textile supply. These are specialized garments issued to personnel working on aircraft carriers and other naval aviation environments, where flame resistance, durability, and visibility features are standard requirements. DLA Troop Support manages the procurement, storage, and distribution of clothing and textiles across all military services under the broader Defense Logistics Agency umbrella.
This acquisition uses NAICS 315210 (Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing), which covers contractors that manufacture garments from purchased fabric rather than operating full textile mills. See the solicitation for specific technical requirements, quantities, and any special fabric or construction standards applicable to this delivery.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | DLA Troop Support (Defense Logistics Agency, Department of Defense) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | SPE1C127Q0031 |
| NAICS | 315210 |
| Set-aside | None listed |
| Response deadline | October 15, 2026 |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata |
Who can bid
This solicitation is open competition with no small business set-aside identified in the metadata. Large and small businesses may submit offers. That said, NAICS 315210 carries a Small Business Administration size standard of 1,000 employees, meaning manufacturers with fewer than 1,000 employees qualify as small for this procurement.
Small-business apparel manufacturers should not self-exclude despite the absence of a set-aside. DLA Troop Support awards substantial clothing contracts to small manufacturers, particularly those with experience in military specification (MIL-SPEC) garments or personal protective equipment. Prior DLA supply experience is advantageous but not always required if your facility can demonstrate capability through samples, past performance on comparable commercial work, or teaming arrangements.
Firms new to military contracting should verify their SAM.gov registration is active and that they hold any needed textile-related Cage Code registrations. See the solicitation for any specific pre-qualification requirements such as inspection facility approvals or ISO certifications.
How to put together a competitive bid
Manufacturing capability verification. Flight deck trousers typically require Nomex or equivalent flame-resistant fabric, reinforced stitching at stress points, and color-fast dye processes meeting Navy or Marine Corps specifications. Confirm your cutting floor and sewing operators can handle technical patterns and volume consistency. If you lack direct MIL-SPEC experience, partner with a textile testing lab familiar with ASTM D6413 (vertical flame resistance) and related standards.
Supply chain transparency. DLA increasingly scrutinizes fabric sourcing, particularly for domestic content under the Berry Amendment. Verify that your proposed materials meet domestic source requirements—see the solicitation for explicit Buy American or Berry Amendment applicability and any exceptions.
Pricing discipline. DLA clothing contracts often span multiple option years with fixed pricing. Model your direct labor, overhead, and material cost escalation carefully. The solicitation likely includes DLA's standard clothing and textile contract clauses; review wage determinations for prevailing labor categories if Service Contract Act provisions apply.
Quality assurance documentation. Military garment contracts require first-article testing and inspection protocols. Prepare a quality manual describing your in-process inspections, final audit procedures, and corrective action tracking. Reference any prior government quality approvals.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number SPE1C127Q0031. Review the statement of work, inspection requirements, and delivery schedule carefully. Note the response deadline of October 15, 2026—DLA Troop Support generally enforces strict closing times for synopsis/solicitation responses. Submit questions through the SAM.gov messaging function well before the deadline to allow adequate response and incorporation time.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →