Description
The U.S. Army is issuing a Sources Sought notice to gauge industry capability for the production of custom sword‑belt assemblies—including leather belts, metal buckles with emblem, and frogs—for cadets at the United States Military Academy, West Point, NY. The requirement is set aside for small businesses, and the Army seeks information on firm capabilities, prior experience, pricing, lead times, and suggestions for structuring the future contract. Respondents must detail their certifications, past performance, commercial availability, and warranty approach.
• Small‑business set‑aside (SBA) – need at least two qualified firms to support a set‑aside.
• Detailed technical specifications for leather belt (5.5‑6 oz vegetable‑tanned black cowhide), metal buckle (die‑struck brass, hand‑burnished, clear lacquer), and frog (10‑12 oz semi‑rigid leather).
• Required information includes company data, past similar work, pricing basis, delivery schedules, warranty (≤ 2 % breakage over five years), and recommendations for contract structuring.
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Contact
Leslie Duron