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This Sources Sought opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on August 3, 2023. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Osprey Backpacks

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General Info

Agency

Department Of Defense → Washington Headquarters Services

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314910 - Textile Bag and Canvas Mills

Place of Performance

DC

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NONE

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Sources Sought Notice - Osprey Backpacks

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Washington Headquarters Services
Contacts2 people available
OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 203011000, USA
Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Washington Headquarters Services
Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 203011000, USA
Contacts
Joyce A. Fields
contact@example.gov
Lawan Ferguson
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This source sought announcement is for information purposes only; it is not to be construed as an obligation on the part of Washington Headquarters Services/ Acquisition Directorate (WHS/AD). In order to proactively plan for future requirements, WHS/AD is conducting market research to locate qualified, experienced and interested large and small businesses (e.g., 8(a), service-disabled veteran owned, HUBZone, small disadvantaged, veteran-owned, and women- owned) to provide Osprey Backpacks to Department of Defense (DoD) Mission of the Defense Prisoner of War (POW)/Missing in Action (MIS) Accounting Agency (DPAA). Please see the Draft Product Delivery and Specifications that outlines the description of products that are required. The purpose of this document is to gain knowledge of interest, capabilities, and qualifications from vendors. Responses will not be considered as quotes, nor will any award be incurred by interested parties in responding to this source sought announcement. Currently no solicitation exists. Therefore, please do not request a copy of the solicitation. The estimated maximum dollar amount is $15,500.00.

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