UPDATED - Market Research Survey-Extreme Cold Weather System Mitten System

The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Clothing and Textiles is conducting market research for an Extreme Cold Weather Glove System procurement consisting of four specific items: Extreme Cold Weather Trigger Finger Mitten Liner/Insert, Intermediate Cold Weather Glove, Mitten Shells with Trigger Finger Type II, and Full Mitten Type I. These specialized cold weather hand protection systems are designed for military personnel across the Army, Marines, Navy, and Air Force operating in extreme cold conditions. The government plans to award multiple Firm-Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity contracts with a five-year base term divided into five 12-month tiered pricing periods. The market research survey seeks detailed information from potential manufacturers regarding their production capabilities, commerciality, manufacturing lead times, pricing structures, and compliance with Berry Amendment requirements for domestic manufacturing. The original response deadline was May 6, 2025, though the notice due date extends to June 18, 2025, and vendors must demonstrate capability to meet stringent military specifications including specific material requirements, performance standards, and quality control protocols.

This procurement opportunity does not utilize any set-aside designations and is open to all qualified contractors. The estimated annual quantities are substantial, ranging from 75,000 to 76,020 pairs per item type, with minimum quantities around 18,750-19,005 pairs and maximum quantities reaching 562,500-570,150 pairs over the contract period. Initial production lead time is established at 270 days, with delivery destinations including distribution centers in Georgia, Texas, and Michigan. The government has included a Capability Assessment Plan template for surge and sustainment capabilities, indicating potential requirements for rapid production scaling during wartime or emergency conditions. While specific contract values are not disclosed in this market research phase, the large quantities and multi-year duration suggest this will be a significant procurement with substantial annual funding requirements. The government reserves the right to combine items in different lots and award to multiple contractors to ensure supply chain resilience.