FY20 - CF0 - Apprenticeship Work Uniforms (DC CBEs ONLY Under Commodity Code 2009210))

The District of Columbia government is seeking procurement of work uniforms for an apprenticeship program through a competitive solicitation under Commodity Code 2009210. This specific procurement is designated as FY20 - CF0 - Apprenticeship Work Uniforms and is exclusively open to Certified Business Enterprises (CBEs) within the District of Columbia. The procurement appears to be focused on acquiring uniforms for apprenticeship program participants, with a narrow window for submission from February 20, 2020, to February 24, 2020 - a remarkably short four-day period for response. The contract opportunity is identified by the unique State Local Contract Opportunity ID 66c8577f829eb5d869070452, indicating a structured procurement process managed by the city's contracting authorities. While specific details about uniform specifications, quantities, or precise technical requirements are not fully elaborated in the provided information, the solicitation suggests a targeted, local workforce development initiative requiring specialized uniform procurement.

The contract opportunity is explicitly restricted to District of Columbia Certified Business Enterprises (CBEs), which significantly narrows the potential vendor pool and supports local economic development objectives. This set-aside designation ensures that only local DC-based businesses can compete for the apprenticeship uniform contract, promoting small and local business participation. The procurement seems designed to support workforce development programs by providing uniforms to apprentices, though specific budget ranges or total contract value are not disclosed in the available information. The exclusive use of Commodity Code 2009210 further defines the specific product category for uniform procurement. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the short submission timeline and specific CBE requirement suggest a strategic, locally-focused procurement approach aligned with the District of Columbia's economic and workforce development goals.