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Specialized Textile Coatings and Finishes

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Response Deadline12/23/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract, managed by the Department of Defense through W6QK Acc-Apg Natick, involves the supply and application of specialized chemical coatings to 50/50 nylon/cotton fabrics. The contractor is responsible for providing vector protection, flame resistance, and oil repellency finishes to support prime contractors on soldier protection projects. Deliverables include treated fabric samples that must meet strict performance standards. Compliance is a critical component of this agreement, requiring full PFAS-free certification. All materials and processes must adhere to Department of Defense regulations regarding human-health toxicity and dermal contact safety. The work is associated with NAICS code 313310 and is performed in Natick, Massachusetts.

General Info

DoD subcontract for PFAS-free chemical coatings on nylon/cotton fabrics in Natick, Massachusetts.

Agency

Department Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Natick

NAICS

313310 - Textile and Fabric Finishing Mills

Place of Performance

Natick, MA, 01760, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of RFINovelOrMultifunctionalFibersYarnsCoatings-FinishesandFabricsForSoldierProtectionAndComfort(MFFYF).

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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RFI - Novel or Multifunctional Fibers, Yarns, Coatings/Finishes and Fabrics for Soldier Protection and Comfort (MFFYF)

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Timeline

PostedOct 23

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Response DeadlineDec 23

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12/23/2026, 10:00:00 PM UTCin about 2 months

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Natick

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → W6QK Acc-Apg Natick

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Supplies and applies chemical coatings or finishes to 50/50 nylon/cotton fabrics for prime contractors on DoD soldier protection projects. Applies vector protection, flame resistance (FR), and oil repellency finishes. Requires PFAS-free certification and adherence to DoD human-health toxicity and dermal contact safety requirements. Delivers treated 50/50 nylon/cotton fabric samples.

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