MC RAE Industries Inc.

MC RAE Industries Inc., operating as MC RAE Footwear, is a leading manufacturer of military and safety footwear based in Mount Gilead, North Carolina. The company specializes in producing a wide range of boots for the United States Department of Defense, including combat boots, hot weather boots, and safety boots for both men and women. As a long-standing supplier to the federal government, MC RAE Industries has established itself as a reliable source of high-quality footwear designed to meet the demanding requirements of military personnel in various operational environments.

Through its federal contract awards, MC RAE Industries has consistently provided the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support Clothing and Textiles division with a diverse array of footwear products. The company has received numerous firm fixed-price delivery orders for combat boots, hot weather boots, and safety boots, with individual order values ranging from a few hundred dollars to over $2 million. These contracts are typically fulfilled at MC RAE's manufacturing facility in Mount Gilead, North Carolina, with delivery timeframes spanning several months to a year. While the majority of MC RAE's contracts are not designated as set-asides, the company has been awarded contracts under small business set-aside provisions, indicating its status as a small business contractor in the federal procurement system.

MC RAE Industries currently holds three significant Indefinite Delivery Contracts (IDCs) with the DLA Troop Support Clothing and Textiles division. The largest of these is a $45.7 million multiple-award contract (SPE1C122D1532) for safety boots, including those meeting Navy specifications, set to run until March 2025. Another notable IDC (SPE1C121D1459) has a ceiling value of $32 million and focuses on the delivery of combat boots through March 2026. The most recent IDC (SPE1C123D0060), awarded in July 2023, is valued at $20.5 million and is specifically for hot weather boots, with performance extending to July 2026. These contracts allow the DLA to issue task orders to MC RAE on an as-needed basis, ensuring a steady supply of essential footwear for U.S. military personnel worldwide. Through these vehicles, MC RAE Industries continues to play a crucial role in equipping and sustaining American armed forces with high-performance, durable footwear for diverse operational needs.