RFI Gloves

The GSA Federal Acquisition Service is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) for men's and women's flannel cotton work gloves under National Stock Number (NSN) 8415-00-634-5026. The procurement seeks cotton work gloves with specific requirements including a Clute cut style, knit wristlet cuff, one-size-fits-all design, and minimum 10 oz/sq yd unbleached cotton flannel fabric construction. Key specifications include sewn inseam construction, 10-inch overall length, and 2-inch cuff length dimensions. Vendors must complete an attached RFI Questionnaire providing comprehensive details including part numbers, pricing, manufacturer information, country of origin, delivery timeframes, package pricing, and volume discount structures. The response deadline is Monday, September 22, 2025 at 12:00 P.M. Central, with submissions directed to shade.strunk@gsa.gov. The government will evaluate responses to determine the most appropriate procurement strategy and acquisition approach.

This opportunity does not utilize any set-aside designation and no incumbent contractors are identified in the documentation. The RFI aims to assess market capabilities to help GSA determine whether to pursue the procurement through small business set-aside, full and open competition, Multiple Award Schedule (MAS), or open market acquisition methods. Vendors are requested to provide their socioeconomic status information and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) numbers as part of their market research responses. No specific award values, budget ranges, or quantity requirements are disclosed in the RFI documentation. The government intends to use the collected vendor information to shape the acquisition process and determine the optimal contracting approach for these specialized work gloves. Timeline details beyond the RFI response deadline are not specified in the current market research phase.