TOG Colonial Uniform

The Department of the Army Materiel Command Mission and Installation Contracting Command Fort Sam Houston is seeking to procure historically accurate Colonial uniforms for the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) Fife and Drum Corps and Commander-in-Chief's Guard. The uniforms will consist of Red and Blue Greatcoats, Ivory Waistcoats, and Ivory Breeches, all crafted from 75% wool and 25% nylon broadcloth with a homespun appearance to reflect authentic Revolutionary War-era styling, materials, and craftsmanship. The uniforms are designated for ceremonial duties, public engagements, and educational outreach purposes. Key contract requirements include the production of an initial prototype, creation of a fitting line, customization of uniforms for 69 Fife and Drum Corps members across multiple sizes ranging from 34S to 54L, and detailed adherence to comprehensive technical specifications for coat construction, button placement, pocket dimensions, and material composition. The contract is structured as a firm-fixed price procurement under Simplified Procedures for Certain Commercial Items. The pre-solicitation notice was posted on December 11, 2025, with a deadline for proposal submissions on January 11, 2026, and responses to the sources sought notice due by 10:00 A.M. Eastern Time on January 11, 2026.

This procurement carries no set-aside designation and reflects an Intent to Sole Source with Marlow White Uniforms Inc., a potential incumbent contractor with relevant experience in military apparel manufacturing. The total procurement volume consists of 370 Red Greatcoats, 370 Blue Greatcoats, 675 Ivory Waistcoats, and 675 Ivory Trousers to outfit the ceremonial unit, with delivery required within 180 days of award to the Fort Myer Central Issue Facility in Virginia. The NAICS code is 315210 (Cut and Sew Apparel Contractors) with a size standard of 750 employees, and the PSC category is 8415 (Clothing, Special Purpose). While a specific award value is not explicitly stated in the pre-solicitation notice, the volume of uniforms and the specialized manufacturing requirements suggest a substantial contract value. The procurement officer is Major Paul Kilgore, with Major Tavon Cooper serving as the Contract Specialist, and interested vendors are encouraged to provide detailed information regarding business size, relevant experience, and recommendations for contract structuring to the contracting team by the specified deadline.