Contract opportunity

Request for Information on Combat Boot Sock

Sources Sought from Department of Defense.

Data as of Oct 24, 2026. Sources: SAM.gov and Grants.gov. Snapshot govcon-directory-20261024T104923Z-2151694.

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Notice details

Agency
Department of Defense
Sub-tier agency
DEPT OF THE ARMY
Notice type
Sources Sought
Solicitation number
RequestForInformationOnCombatBootSock
NAICS
315120 Apparel Knitting Mills
Product/service code
8430
Place of performance
Natick, Massachusetts
Posted
Oct 17, 2026
Response deadline
Oct 30, 2026
Source
SAM.gov

Description

SYNOPSIS: This Sources Sought Announcement is to assist the U.S. Marine Corps Portfolio Acquisition Executive Marine Corps (PAE MC) to identify potential sources to provide a Combat Boot Sock. The goal is to provide warfighting capability and mission support in various environments by enhancing foot comfort, durability, and performance for military personnel. The Government requests that responses be submitted electronically to [contact details on the official notice] and [contact details on the official notice] by October 30, 2026 by 5 PM EST. Background: Program Manager Combat Support Systems (PM CSS) is conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of manufacturing a high-performance combat boot sock that meets the requirements of Purchase Description MC-PD-24-003. The sock is intended for use with the applicable standard-issue combat boots identified in the purchase description. This Request for Information (RFI) is issued for market-research and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation, request for proposal, or commitment by the Government to procure any product or service. Description: The Marine Corps is seeking sources capable of manufacturing a durable, reliable combat boot sock designed to provide comfort, protection, and performance during demanding operational use. The sock shall meet the following Salient Characteristics specified in Purchase Description MC-PD-24-003, including, but not limited to, the following key

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Frequently asked questions

When is the response deadline?

The published deadline is Oct 30, 2026. That is 6 days after the data date.

What NAICS code applies?

NAICS 315120, Apparel Knitting Mills.

Which agency issued this notice?

Department of Defense.

Where is the official notice?

The link under Official notice opens the source listing.