84 -- Notification of the use of a textile DNAD

The contract notification pertains to a Domestic Non-Availability Determination (DNAD) issued on April 17, 2006, for steel toe caps under 10 USC 2533a (k). The determination, authorized by the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics, acknowledges that steel toe caps cannot be produced or sourced within the United States in adequate quantity, quality, or at market prices to meet defense needs. As such, an exception under DFARS 225.7002-2(b) applies, permitting the acquisition of steel toe caps from non-domestic sources. Currently, the Defense Supply Center Philadelphia (DSCP) holds an active contract (SP0100-00-D-0328) for the Navy Safety Boot, which incorporates steel toe caps. Over the remaining three months of the contract period, DSCP plans to place delivery orders totaling 46,768 pairs, valued at approximately $2.78 million, using the DNAD authority. The notification was posted publicly within seven days of award as required, ensuring transparency. Thomas J. Hutchinson serves as the point of contact for this procurement action.