Apparel Knitting Mills

Code 315120
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NAICS 315120 - Apparel Knitting Mills encompasses manufacturers specializing in the production of knitted apparel and textile products using various manufacturing techniques. These entities create a wide range of clothing items including socks, shirts, pants, caps, uniforms, and specialized protective garments through knitting processes. The category focuses on transforming yarn or thread into finished textile products through knitting machinery and techniques, serving both civilian and military markets.

The federal contract awards demonstrate a robust market for military and institutional clothing procurement, with contracts primarily issued by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support Clothing and Textiles division. Contract values range from several hundred dollars to over $3.8 million, with typical performance periods spanning 6-36 months. Frequently awarded entities include small businesses and nonprofit organizations like Graham Dyeing & Finishing Inc., Special T Hosiery Mills Inc., SAM Bonk Uniform, and Southeastern Kentucky Rehabilitation Industries. Many contracts are set aside for small businesses, and delivery locations typically include military installations, veterans facilities, and nonprofit organizations like the Travis Association for the Blind.

The federal contract opportunities reveal ongoing solicitations for specialized textile products, particularly focused on military and institutional clothing needs. Recent opportunities include procurements for cold weather sock systems, glove inserts, service caps, and uniform items for agencies like the U.S. Air Force Academy and Department of Veterans Affairs. These solicitations consistently emphasize Berry Amendment compliance, requiring materials and manufacturing to occur within the United States. Most opportunities are structured as Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts with multiple award tiers, evaluation based on best value trade-off procedures, and strong emphasis on technical capabilities and past performance.

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