Flyers Jacket A2 AF Synopsis

This pre-solicitation notice seeks to procure leather flyers' jackets for the Air Force over four years. The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support seeks to satisfy an annual demand of 6,720 jackets through a tiered approach with minimum and maximum order quantities guaranteed for each year. Technical requirements specify the jackets must be made from goatskin or cattlehide leather and conform to Federal Specification PD 98-02. Fabric, component, and finished good samples will be tested according to AQL sampling plans with reports due to the DLA Product Testing Center. Responses to the market research survey are due by January 19, 2024 to help determine contract terms.

No set-aside designation will be used. The anticipated contract would have a one-year base period and three one-year options, with delivery orders communicated via EDI. The total award value over four years is estimated at 33,600 jackets. Key numerical details include minimum orders of 1,680 in year one increasing to maximum orders of 8,400 per year. Pricing models, production capabilities, quality standards and company information are requested in the market research survey to assess industry capabilities and determine the best acquisition strategy.