Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
W912BU26QA035 - Responder Uniform 5 year IDC 2026-2031
Department of Defense · Department of the Army
AI summaryThe U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Philadelphia District wants a supplier for branded safety uniforms for its first responders, under solicitation W912BU26QA035 (Responder Uniform, 5 year, 2026-2031). The order covers twelve clothing items, from hats and rain gear to polos and a high-visibility vest, all printed or embroidered with USACE branding. It is set aside for small businesses, and the response due date is November 9, 2026, 5:00 PM EST. More in the summary
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Summary of the version posted Oct 28, 2026. The notice was amended Nov 4, 2026. Check what else changed on SAM.gov. Some details are in the notice's attachments, which this summary didn't read. Check the attachments on SAM.gov.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Philadelphia District wants a supplier for branded safety uniforms for its first responders, under solicitation W912BU26QA035 (Responder Uniform, 5 year, 2026-2031). The order covers twelve clothing items, from hats and rain gear to polos and a high-visibility vest, all printed or embroidered with USACE branding. It is set aside for small businesses, and the response due date is November 9, 2026, 5:00 PM EST.
Who can bid
- Small business: the notice is a total small business set-aside
- Garments must comply with the Buy American Act (FAR 52.225-1, Federal Acquisition Regulation) and the Berry Amendment (DFARS 252.225-7012, Defense FAR Supplement), which requires U.S.-made textiles and clothing
Things to watch
- Serious: U.S.-made garments only. The Berry Amendment was added and garments made in Central America, Mexico or other Trade Agreements Act (TAA) countries are not acceptable, so imported blanks won't qualify.
- Worth checking: Quantities not stated. The notice text describes each item but gives no quantities, sizes or ordering amounts, so you can't price the job from the text alone.
- Worth checking: Samples may be needed. The amendment mentions vendors sending quotes and samples, so producing samples of branded items costs time and money before award.
Read from the notice text only.
Full summary
What they want
- Supply twelve distinct clothing items for the USACE Philadelphia District's Emergency Management Association (EMA) first responders
- Hats: a red 6-panel field hat and an acrylic knit hat, both embroidered in white
- Rain gear: a red durable water-repellent (DWR) jacket and pant
- Jackets: a red insulated jacket and a red three-layer waterproof knit jacket
- Shirts: a red cotton T-shirt and men's and women's short- and long-sleeve red performance polos
- A Class 3 high-visibility safety vest meeting the ANSI 107-2010 standard (American National Standards Institute), with reflective tape
- Print or embroider the exact USACE text and logo placements the notice gives for each item
- Send samples with your quote (the notice mentions vendors sending quotes and samples)
- Period of performance
- 5 years, 2026-2031, per the notice title
- Place of performance
- Philadelphia, PA
- Estimated value
- Not stated
- Offers due
- November 9, 2026, 5:00 PM EST (from the version posted Oct 28, 2026; amended since)
What to include when you submit
- The amendment refers to vendors sending quotes and samples; check the attachments for sample rules
- Garments must meet the Buy American Act and the Berry Amendment (made with U.S. materials and labor)
Not in the notice text
- Quantities, sizes, the price schedule, how quotes are evaluated and how to submit are not in the notice text; check the attachments on SAM.gov
- Whether samples are required, how many and where to send them
- The contract type: the title says "5 year IDC" but the text doesn't explain the ordering terms
- Delivery schedule and delivery location for orders
Eligibility and how to respond
- Set aside for small businesses: only a business that counts as small under this notice's NAICS code can bid as the prime contractor. More open small business set-asides under NAICS 323113
- How and where to submit is in the notice text and its attachments on SAM.gov.
Notice details
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
- Notice type
- Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Office
- W2SD ENDIST Philadelphia, PA
- Product/service code
- 8415 · Clothing, Special Purpose
- Business type
- Printing & publishing (FedReady's grouping, from NAICS 323113)
- Versions
12 versions have been posted, newest first.
- Nov 4, 2026 · Amendment 0003 (this version)Due Nov 9, 2026
- Oct 28, 2026 · AmendmentDue Nov 9, 2026
- Oct 27, 2026 · AmendmentDue Nov 9, 2026
- Oct 21, 2026 · AmendmentDue Nov 9, 2026
- Oct 16, 2026 · AmendmentDue Nov 9, 2026
- Oct 15, 2026 · AmendmentDue Nov 9, 2026
- Oct 15, 2026 · AmendmentDue Nov 9, 2026
- Oct 13, 2026 · AmendmentDue Nov 9, 2026 (changed)
- Oct 6, 2026 · AmendmentDue Oct 21, 2026
- Oct 5, 2026 · AmendmentDue Oct 21, 2026
- Sep 23, 2026 · AmendmentDue Oct 21, 2026
- Sep 21, 2026 · Combined Synopsis/SolicitationDue Oct 21, 2026
- Attachments
Past awards and competition
Who has won work like this before, the likely incumbent, and what similar contracts paid, from USAspending.gov.
Before you respond
- How to respond to a solicitation (8 steps)
- How to read a government solicitation
- How to price a government contract
- Set-aside contracts explained
Terms on this notice: Solicitation, Set-aside
Full notice text from SAM.gov
Amendment corrects the answer to question ; 99.Are garments made in Central America, Mexico, or other Trade Agreements Act designated countries acceptable? NO , FAR 52.225-1 Buy American Act applies (DFARS 252.225-7012) has been added, FAR 52.225-1 Buy American Act. The purpose of amendment 0003 is to correct the closing time zone from 05:00 PM 11/09/2026 EDT to 05:00 PM EST 11/09/2026 and to add the Berry amendment DFARS 252.225-7012. The purpose of this(amendment-1) extension to close 11/09/2026 to be able to review all RFI requestions and to give potential vendors adequate time to send in thier quotes and samples. The Submission for RFI questions is officially closed on 10/07/2026 at 12:00 EDT. All quesstions received will be answered and publish here. DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT, SERVICE, OR ITEM PROPOSED Description of the acquisition: Not limited to, but shall include: Procurement of high-quality safety uniforms and apparel for first responders (Emergency Management Association - EMA) within the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Philadelphia District. The contract will provide twelve (12) distinct clothing items customized with USACE agency branding, text, and specific safety markings to support first responder visibility and identification: Emergency Response Hat (Field Hat): Old Glory Red, 6-panel cotton chino blend twill cap, structured mid-profile pro crown, curved visor, pro-stitched finish, self-material velcro back closure, 6 finished reinforced eyelets. Embroidered in white polyester thread on front: OPERATIONS EMERGENCY; back: LOGO STRONG BUILDING USACE. Emergency Response Knit Hat: 100% acrylic pro rib knit cap with cuff (Length 9.00", Width 7.75", Cuff Length 3.00"). Embroidered in white polyester thread on front: USACE BUILDING STRONG LOGO. Durable Water-Repellent Jacket (Rain Jacket): Old Glory Red, 4 oz. 100% nylon DWR micro porous plain weave waterproof breathable fabric. Single-ply hood with drawstring, red #5 coil full zipper front flap closure, drawcord waist, no pockets, 2 eyelets underarm vents, 5-needle safety stitch, reinforced zipper seams. Iridescent white print. Right chest: USACE BUILDING STRONG LOGO; Left chest: EMERGENCY OPERATIONS (centered); Back: USACE EMERGENCY OPERATIONS BUILDING STRONG LOGO. Durable Water-Repellent Pant (Rain Pant): Old Glory Red, 4 oz. 100% nylon DWR micro porous plain weave waterproof breathable fabric. Elastic bottom, 1.5” waistband with self-drawcord, back patch pocket with velcro on right side, 5-needle safety stitch. Brisk Insulated Jacket: Old Glory Red, 3.4 oz./yd² (115 gsm) polyester microfiber twill. 2.95 oz. insulation in body, 1.7 oz. in sleeves, polyester brushed tricot lining in body, roll-away hood, thermal retention shockcord, storm flap with snap closure. Iridescent white print. Right chest: USACE BUILDING STRONG LOGO; Left chest: EMERGENCY OPERATIONS (centered); Back: USACE EMERGENCY OPERATIONS BUILDING STRONG LOGO. Techno Lite Three-Layer Knit Jacket: Old Glory Red, 8 oz./yd² (200 gsm) 3-layer 100% polyester interlock bonded to polyester birds eye. 8,000 mm waterproof rating, 1,000 g breathability rating, matching chin guard, center front reverse coil zipper, lower zippered pockets. Imprinting: Same as Rain Jacket. QA T-Shirt: Old Glory Red, preshrunk 100% cotton jersey. Seamless double-needle collar, taped neck and shoulders, double-needle sleeve and bottom hems. Iridescent white print. Right chest: USACE BUILDING STRONG LOGO; Left chest: EMERGENCY OPERATIONS (centered). Woman’s Red Performance Polo (Ladies Red Performance Polo): Old Glory Red, 4.0-4.8 oz polyester moisture wicking pique fabric. Ribbed knit collar, 4 color matching buttons (distinguishing feature), open hemmed sleeves, side vents, UPF 15-30, ladies sizing. Iridescent white print. Right chest: USACE BUILDING STRONG LOGO; Left chest: EMERGENCY OPERATIONS (centered, placed slightly higher than the men's version). Men’s Red Performance Polo: Old Glory Red, 4.0-4.8 oz polyester moisture wicking pique fabric. Ribbed knit collar, 3 color matching buttons (distinguishing feature), open hemmed sleeves, side vents, UPF 15-30. Iridescent white print. Right chest: USACE BUILDING STRONG LOGO; Left chest: EMERGENCY OPERATIONS (centered). Woman’s Red Long Sleeve Performance Polo Shirt (Ladies Red LS Performance Polo): Old Glory Red, 4.0-4.8 oz polyester moisture wicking pique fabric. Ribbed knit collar, 3 color matching buttons, side vents, spandex cuffs. Imprinting: Same as short sleeve. Men’s Red Long Sleeve Performance Polo Shirt (Men’s Red LS Performance Polo): Old Glory Red, 4.0-4.8 oz polyester moisture wicking pique fabric. Ribbed knit collar, 3 color matching buttons, side vents, spandex cuffs. Imprinting: Same as short sleeve. Class 3 Safety Vest: Pantone 387 color, 3.4 oz. durable, extra breathable high visibility ANSI 107-2010 mesh fabric. Zipper front closure, large outside pocket, 1 inside pocket, 2” silver reflective tape on front and back. Red PMS 193 print on back: USACE EMERGENCY OPERATIONS BUILDING STRONG LOGO.
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