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--Pattern validation and manufacturability study.

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USA-SNOTE-040616-004Federal

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The U.S. RDECOM Acquisition Center, Natick Contracting Division, plans to award a sole source purchase order to Clemson Apparel Research at Clemson University for a pattern validation and manufacturability study related to the new Army Combat Uniform (ACU). The government has developed the initial specifications and patterns for the uniform but seeks to validate these patterns and improve the manufacturing process. The study aims to ensure the accuracy and usability of the patterns, reduce direct sewing labor time per garment, and maximize fabric utilization during cutting. This effort will include a thorough review of the patterns and specifications to confirm their precision, coordination, and ease of understanding to optimize production efficiency. The contract follows Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.5 guidelines for sole source procurement. The Natick Contracting Division, located in Massachusetts, will manage the contract, with inquiries directed to Mr. Thomas Bouchard. The overall objective is to enhance the ACU production by refining pattern designs and manufacturing processes before full-scale production.

General Info

Sole source contract with Clemson University to validate and optimize Army Combat Uniform patterns.

Agency

Department Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Natick

NAICS

315250 - Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing (except Contractors)

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PostedJun 16

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Natick

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OfficeNATICK, MA, 01760-5011, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Natick

Office AddressNATICK, MA, 01760-5011, USA

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Full Description

Under the authority of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.5, the U.S. RDECOM Acquisition Center, Natick Contracting Division, Natick, MA intends to place a purchase order on a sole source basis with Clemson Apparel Research (CAR), Clemson Univer sity, 500 Lebannon Road, Pendleton, SC 29670, to conduct a pattern validation and manufacturability study for the proposed new Army Combat Uniform (ACU). The government has developed specifications and patterns, however desires to validate the patterns and optimize the manufacturability of the garment. The focus of the study will be to validate the current patterns, minimize standard direct sewing labor minutes per garment and maximize the fabric yield at cutting. In addition, patterns and specifications wi ll be reviewed for accuracy, coordination and ease of understanding. Questions concerning this acquisition may be addressed to the above address, Attention: Mr. Thomas Bouchard (AMSRD-ACC-NS) or by E-mail at: contact@example.gov.