Marine Corps Tropical Jungle Boot

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support Clothing and Textiles is seeking to procure Marine Corps Tropical Jungle Boots through a pre-solicitation market research phase. The boots must be manufactured in accordance with specification MC-PD-25-005 and include detailed technical requirements such as leather upper construction, removable cushion inserts, partial speed lace systems, perforated drainage/ventilation areas, and fiberglass shanks, with a 12-month expected service life. Key qualifications include Berry Amendment compliance for domestic production of clothing and textile items, stringent quality assurance provisions requiring component testing (with the first three lots tested at qualified laboratories), and adherence to detailed packaging, marking, and barcode labeling standards including NSN and UPC codes. The government is currently conducting market research to gather industry input on manufacturing capabilities, pricing structures, and commercial item availability rather than applying formal evaluation criteria at this stage. The pre-solicitation notice was posted on November 13, 2025, with responses to the market research survey due by December 2, 2025.

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting participation to qualified small businesses. The government estimates total requirements between 1,260 and 22,500 pairs of boots, with an annual estimated quantity of 5,000 pairs per tier period under a planned Indefinite Quantity Contract. The first delivery lead time is 450 days, with subsequent deliveries required within 180 days, and all boots must be delivered to Travis Association for the Blind in Austin, Texas. No incumbent contractor is identified in this pre-solicitation phase, as this represents a market research effort designed to identify potential suppliers and establish baseline pricing before formal solicitation. While specific award values are not provided in this market research survey, the estimated quantity range of up to 22,500 pairs annually suggests a substantial contract opportunity for qualified small business manufacturers capable of meeting the Marine Corps' tropical combat boot specifications and delivery requirements.