SOLE SOURCE - FEMALE SLACKS AND SKIRTS

The NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, Groton Office plans to award a sole source, firm fixed price contract to Fechheimer Manufacturing for the production of women's choker coats, slacks, and skirts specifically for evaluation testing purposes. The delivery of these garments will occur over three phases, with exact timing yet to be determined. This contract follows the authority outlined in FAR 6.302-1, which allows sole source awards under certain conditions. Although this notice signals an intent to award directly without competition, it invites any written challenges asserting that an equivalent product or service is available to be submitted for government consideration prior to finalizing the contract. Interested parties must provide sufficient evidence to demonstrate that alternative providers can meet the government’s requirements. Such challenges will be reviewed at the government’s discretion, and the decision to proceed without competition remains solely with the government. The contract’s solicitation number is N0018916TG267 and falls under NAICS code 313310, indicating manufacturing of textiles and apparel. This award is for clothing items designed specifically for female personnel evaluation, and while this notice is not a solicitation, it serves as formal communication of the government’s intent and the opportunity for potential competitors to submit a challenge.