This federal contract award is for the procurement of hoodies, windbreakers, and rip-stop jackets by the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA). The contract was awarded to Essential Products Of America, Inc., doing business as Whole Spectrum Products, a minority-owned small business manufacturer. The total ceiling value of the contract is $88,047.00, and it has a completion date of June 16, 2024.
The contract originated from a sources sought notice for these apparel items, which must be made in America and include features such as embroidered logos and text. The notice indicated that the procurement would not use a small business set-aside. However, Essential Products Of America, as a qualified minority-owned small business, was ultimately awarded the contract. This award demonstrates the company's ability to fulfill the U.S. government's needs for promotional products and apparel, particularly for military recruiting efforts.