Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source contract to Fechheimer Brothers Company for Black USMC Wool Overcoats

The Marine Corps is seeking to award a sole source Firm Fixed Price contract to Fechheimer Brothers Company of Cincinnati, Ohio, for the procurement of 55 female and 235 male black wool overcoats to meet USMC uniform specifications. The coats must be constructed from 100 percent Melton wool in Marine Blue, which appears nearly black, and feature a heavy-weight, double-breasted, knee-length design with six front USMC buttons, shoulder epaulets, a notched lapel collar compatible with rank insignia, a back waist belt with gold buttons, rear vent for mobility, and functional hip pockets. All garments must adhere strictly to USMC standards for appearance, construction, and durability, suitable for both ceremonial and everyday wear. The requirement is sourced from Document A1 Uniform Salient Characteristics, which outlines the precise tailoring and material criteria, and the sole source determination is supported by evidence confirming Fechheimer Brothers as the only manufacturer capable of producing the exact six-button USMC bridge-coat design to specification. This acquisition is being conducted under FAR Part 12 and Part 13 procedures as a sole source procurement, with no competitive solicitation contemplated due to the unique and proprietary nature of the uniform’s construction. The estimated delivery location is the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, D.C., and all responsible sources are invited to submit capability statements demonstrating their ability to fulfill the identical requirements, though no formal evaluation factors are established since only one vendor is being considered. The notice was posted on June 2, 2026, with proposals due by June 3, 2026, and the procurement is under the authority of the Department of Defense, Commander, Office M00264 located in Quantico, Virginia, with point of contact information provided for inquiries.