Men's and Boys' Cut and Sew Other Outerwear Manufacturing

NAICS code 315228 encompasses men's and boys' cut and sew other outerwear manufacturing, focusing on the production of specialized clothing items such as cold weather gear, protective apparel, and mission-specific outerwear. The category includes manufacturers that design, cut, and assemble various types of outer garments tailored for professional and tactical use. These products range from military-grade parkas and rain suits to specialized protective clothing like steel-toed boots and holsters.

The federal contract awards in this category are predominantly issued by Department of Defense agencies, particularly Air Force commands including Air Mobility Command, Air Combat Command, and U.S. Air Forces Europe and Africa. Advantage Supplies, Inc., a woman-owned small business, has been the primary contractor, receiving multiple delivery orders under the Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract. Contract values range from approximately $1,900 to $192,600, with most awards being firm fixed-price delivery orders. The awards are typically set aside for small businesses, with performance locations including Trenton, New Jersey, Carrollton, Texas, and international locations like the United Kingdom. The contracts often involve supplying cold weather gear, boots, rain suits, and other protective equipment for military personnel.

The contract awards demonstrate a consistent need for specialized protective clothing and equipment across various military units and commands. The procured items include cold weather parkas, steel-toed boots, holsters, rain suits, and deployment-specific gear. Most contracts are short-term, ranging from one to three months, and are executed through the GSA Schedule contract vehicle. The awards indicate a strategic focus on providing mission-critical clothing and equipment that supports operational readiness and personnel protection across different military branches and geographical locations.