FY27 USAFA Cadet Swimsuits and Compression Shorts

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE FY27 USAFA CADET SWIMSUITS AND COMPRESSION SHORTS (REQUIREMENTS CONTRACT) THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTATION; THIS NOTICE IS FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY. This notice does not constitute a commitment by the Government. All information submitted in response to this announcement is voluntary and the Government will not pay for information requested nor will it compensate any respondent for any cost incurred in developing the information provided to the Government. The United States Air Force Academy (USAFA), 10th Logistics Readiness Squadron Cadet Uniform Section (10 LRS/LGRCU), has a recurring, mandatory-issue requirement to outfit cadets with athletic swimsuits and compression shorts. Garments are mandatory-issue items used for physical education, athletic training, and scheduled cadet clothing issue events, with a delivery due date each April. The Government intends to solicit and award a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Requirements Contract in accordance with FAR 16.503, consisting of one (1) 12-month base period and four (4) consecutive 12-month option periods. The following estimated quantities represent projected annual requirements (exact quantities and sizes will be included with the award): 0001 Shorts Compression MNS 2,850 each 0002 Shorts Compression WMNS 450 each 0003 Swimsuit MNS 500 each 0004 Swimsuit WMNS 170 each SALIENT CHARACTERISTICS / SPECIFICATIONS Garments proposed must meet or exceed the following salient characteristics: A. Cadet Compression Shorts (Men s & Women s) Fabric & Material: Form-fitting nylon/elastane-type fabric blend; 4-way stretch elastic performance construction. Moisture Management: Advanced moisture-wicking material engineered to pull sweat away from the skin, lessening chafing and rash onset during rigorous athletic training. Athletic Performance: Form-fitting garment providing compression to keep thigh muscles warm and reduce muscle fatigue/strain; incorporates athletic performance standards comparable to NFL Combine compression gear. Color: Dark Navy Blue throughout (uniform dyed fabric through and through). Coverage & Inseam: Men s: Mid-thigh coverage with standard athletic compression inseam. Women s: Specifically tailored female cut with a shorter inseam of 2" to 4". B. Cadet Men s Swimsuit Shell Material: 100% Polyester Taslan. Liner: Synthetic mesh brief liner (anti-chafing construction). Waistband: Elastic waistband equipped with an internal or external drawstring / drawcord. Inseam: 5" to 8" inseam length. Construction: Lightweight, quick-drying, durable, and anti-chafing. Color: Royal Blue. Standard Sizing Breakdown: X-Small (XSM): 24" 27" waist Small (SM): 28" 31" waist Medium (MED): 32" 35" waist Large (LG): 36" 39" waist Extra Large (XLG): 40" 44" waist Double Extra Large (XXLG): 45" 47" waist C. Cadet Women s Swimsuit Fabric Composition: 85% Polyester / 15% Elastane (Poly/Elastane 85/15 blend). Design & Cut: Athletic one-piece suit with moderate/standard leg cut and wide support straps. Back Style: Performance / Racerback styling with keyhole opening. Support & Lining: Built-in shelf bra; fully lined front and back. Color: Royal Blue. Standard Sizing Breakdown: Size 30 / XXSM (Dress size 00 0) Size 32 / XSM (Dress size 0 2) Size 34 / SM (Dress size 4 6) Size 36 / MED (Dress size 8 10) Size 38 / LG (Dress size 12 14) Size 40 / XLG (Dress size 16 18) Size 42 / XXLG (Dress size 20 22) Government-Furnished Material (GFM): No Government Furnished Material or Property will be provided. The contractor is entirely responsible for sourcing and procuring all fabric, trims, threads, and packaging. Domestic Preference / Sourcing: The Buy American Act and applicable Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses (e.g., DFARS 252.225-7001 / Berry Amendment DFARS 252.225-7012 as applicable to military apparel acquisitions) will apply. First Article Testing (FAT): A First Article Sample will be required upon contract award prior to mass prod…