Request for Market Research - MC Apecs Trouser

The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Subsistence is conducting market research for Apecs Trousers (PGC 02867) in Marine Corps MARPAT camouflage pattern, to be manufactured in accordance with MIL-DTL-32158 and MIL-DTL-32142 specifications. The agency seeks to gather comprehensive information from potential manufacturers about their capabilities to produce these specialized military trousers, which must meet strict military performance standards for waterproof, windproof, and moisture-vapor permeable fabric. Manufacturers must demonstrate compliance with Berry Amendment requirements, provide details about their production capacity, and submit information about their business size and type. The market research survey requires respondents to address manufacturing capabilities, production rates, lead times, and pricing estimates. The deadline for market research responses is January 20, 2025, with a requirement for detailed information about commercial item availability and past performance on government contracts.

The procurement is not set aside for any specific business category, indicating potential open competition. The anticipated contract is an Indefinite Quantity Contract with a base period of one year and potential extension options up to four years total. Annual quantity estimates range from 771 minimum to 19,275 maximum units, with production lead times of 270 days for initial orders and 180 days for subsequent orders. The trousers must be manufactured to precise military specifications, including specific camouflage pattern requirements, material performance standards, and dimensional tolerances. Manufacturers will need to provide comprehensive details about their ability to meet these exacting military clothing production requirements, including material sourcing, labor capabilities, and quality control processes. The contract will likely involve multiple size ranges from X-Small to X-Large, with variations in trouser length to accommodate different service member sizes.