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Distinctive Red Caps

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W91QV1-26-Q-A024Federal

Submission Closed03/05/2026, 03:00:00 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

The United States Army Band, known as Pershing’s Own, requires the procurement of distinctive red caps for its official ceremonial uniforms for fiscal year 2026. This requirement is being pursued as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 315999, with an anticipated firm fixed price contract. The procurement is currently in the sources sought phase, with an intent to award a sole source contract to Kings Form Cap LLC. The total estimated value is 21,700 dollars, covering the production of 170 enlisted caps at 110 dollars each and 20 officer caps at 150 dollars each. The contractor must adhere to strict technical specifications detailed in purchase description USPD S-5-68A, utilizing specific materials such as wool barathea and wool broadcloth. Deliverables must be shipped to Fort Myer, Virginia, within 60 days of manufacturing completion. Evaluation factors for the award include the submission of a quality control plan, identification of key personnel, and technical compliance with military standards. The contractor is also required to manage organizational conflicts of interest and ensure all personnel are properly identified via ID badges while performing work.

General Info

Agency

Department Of Defense → W6QM Micc-Ft Belvoir

Contract Value

$21,700

NAICS

315990 - Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Fort Myer, VA, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Awardee

KINGFORM CAP CO INC

Award Issued Date

05/07/2026, 12:00:00 AM UTC

Documents

Statement of Work for Distinctive Red Caps - The United States Army Band

13 pages · sow

High

US Army Band Distinctive Caps Purchase Description S-S-68A

29 pages · specifications

High

Red Caps Photo

other

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Sources Sought Intent to Sole Source Notice for Red Caps TUSAB

2 pages · sources-sought

Low

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Timeline

2 updates

PhaseClosed

PostedFeb 24

Sources Sought

Notice updatedFeb 24

Notice details unchanged. Attachments may have changed.

Notice updatedMar 4

Notice details unchanged. Attachments may have changed.

Response DeadlineMar 5

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

03/05/2026, 03:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QM Micc-Ft Belvoir

Contacts2 people available

OfficeFORT BELVOIR, VA, 22060-5116, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QM Micc-Ft Belvoir

Office AddressFORT BELVOIR, VA, 22060-5116, USA

Contacts

LTC Paul Kilgore

MAJ Tavon Cooper

Full Description

The United States Army Band (TUSAB), traditionally known as "Pershing’s Own," is the official Army Band of the North Capitol Region-Military Department of Washington. As such, TUSAB is the Army's official musical ceremonial unit and escort to the President as well as members of Congress and the Pentagon. The ceremonial band element of TUSAB is also the official musical escort for all Army funerals at Arlington National Cemetery. The band's distinctive uniform, a key part of its public image, is steeped in tradition and requires adherence to strict quality and appearance standards. Distinctive caps are needed for the U.S. Army Band in accordance with the technical specifications detailed in purchase description.