A-a-55222A(MC)_belt_mans_coat

The United States Marine Corps has issued a Special Notice regarding a draft specification for a Man's Coat Belt (A-A-55222A). The document pertains to a military clothing item intended for Marine Corps personnel, covering technical specifications for a polyester/wool gabardine belt available in two color classes: green shade 2212 and dark blue shade 2312. The belt will be produced in sizes ranging from 30 to 48 inches and includes specific design features such as a pointed end, removable buckle, sliding keeper loop, and brass snap fasteners. The Marine Corps Systems Command, located in Quantico, VA, is leading this specification development effort. This Special Notice is not a solicitation, but rather an invitation for industry stakeholders to review and provide feedback on the draft document.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to draft specifications that accommodate diverse design solutions and encourage a broad vendor base for the Man's Coat Belt. Contractors interested in providing input must submit comments using the attached Consolidated Comments Form (CCF) to lee.a.charpentier.civ@army.mil by May 20, 2025, with the document number in the subject line. Comments not submitted on the official CCF may not be considered. The Marine Corps emphasizes the importance of using recycled or environmentally preferable materials and adhering to specific quality assurance standards. After the review period, the final document will be published on ASSIST Online at https://quicksearch.dla.mil. While there are no explicit set-asides or eligibility restrictions mentioned, the opportunity falls under NAICS Code 315210 (Cut and Sew Apparel Contractors) and Product Service Code 8405 (Outerwear, Men's), suggesting that apparel manufacturers are the primary target audience.