SAM #TBD2026

DLA Troop Support Seeks Clothing & Textiles Innovation White Papers

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support, under the Department of Defense, is seeking industry input for innovations in Clothing & Textiles (C&T): - Government buyer: DLA Troop Support Clothing & Textile, Philadelphia, PA - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to all firms with relevant innovations - Scope of requested innovations includes: - New capabilities and technologies for existing end items - Commercial solutions to address supply chain bottlenecks - Cost-saving solutions and cross-Service commonality opportunities - Supply-chain risk mitigation strategies - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities are listed; this is a request for information (RFI) only - Submission requirements: - White papers limited to two pages, single-spaced, 12pt font - Proprietary information must be clearly marked - Submissions to be sent to C_TInnovation@dla.mil - Notable: This RFI is for information gathering and does not guarantee future procurement

Description

Request for Information – C&T Innovation Day White Paper Submission

DLA is soliciting white papers for Clothing & Textiles (C&T) innovations in fabrics, materials, components, manufacturing processes and end item in advance of the C&T Innovation Day to be held on August 20, 2026 at the Baroni Center for Government Contracting, George Mason University. 

The objective is to provide DoW an opportunity to review emerging domestic industrial base technologies for potential adoption into future requirements.

Scope of white papers should cover at least one of the following:

Propose new capabilities Incorporate new technology into existing end items Identify areas where existing commercial solutions could alleviate ongoing supply chain bottlenecks Propose potential cost-saving solutions   Identify cross‑Service commonality opportunities for cost savings and scalability Provide mitigation to current supply‑chain risks

White paper submission information:

White paper submissions are due by July 20, 2026.  Firms can submit separate white papers on different innovations.  Each white paper shall not exceed 2 written pages, single spaced at a 12pt font.   Information beyond 2 pages will not be reviewed. White papers are to be submitted to C_TInnovation@dla.mil

DLA will review all submissions and notify firms if DLA and the Services are interested in learning additional information about your submission as part of the August 20, 2026 event.  The government will limit attendance at individual submission presentations to safeguard industry competitive advantages.

Questions about this notice can be sent to  C_TInnovation@dla.mil

Disclaimer and Other Legal Information: All submissions containing proprietary information shall be marked accordingly. Proprietary information will be protected if marked accordingly. This is NOT a solicitation for proposals.  The Government will not reimburse companies for the information provided. This request for information is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a commitment. Vendor participation does not guarantee future business.

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