Opportunity
SAM #W91QV1-26-Q-A036
U.S. Army Solicitation for Ceremonial Swords and Sabers for The Old Guard
Buyer
MICC Ft. Belvoir
Posted
June 25, 2026
Respond By
July 28, 2026
Identifier
W91QV1-26-Q-A036
NAICS
332994, 332215
The U.S. Army's Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) at Fort Belvoir is seeking a five-year contract to supply ceremonial swords and sabers for the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard). - Government Buyer: - U.S. Army, Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC), Fort Belvoir - 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) - Products Requested: - NCO Swords (stainless steel blade, AISI 420, 28-34 inch blade, gold-plated copper-zinc alloy hilt, per USAFA CU 945-05) - Officer Sabers (forged carbon or stainless steel blade, acid-etched, nickel-plated, per USAFA CU 945-05) - Scabbards (polyurethane or carbon steel tube, black calf leather wrap, gold or nickel-plated fittings) - Cloth Covers (dark blue polyester/cotton, drawstring, 80% polyester/20% cotton) - Quantities: - 150 NCO Swords and 50 Officer Sabers per ordering period - Five annual ordering periods (total up to 750 NCO Swords and 250 Officer Sabers) - Minimum order: 50 items; Maximum contract quantity: 1,000 items - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All items must meet detailed historical, material, and workmanship standards per USAFA CU 945-05 - Preproduction samples and test results for metals and plating required - Strict quality assurance and inspection criteria - Delivery to Fort Myer, VA, within 120 days of order award - Items must be authentic, durable, and suitable for official ceremonies and parades - OEMs/Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to qualified manufacturers meeting specifications
Description
The 3D U.S. Infantry Regiment, known as "The Old Guard," requires ceremonial swords and sabers that adhere to its historical and traditional standards. These weapons must be authentic, durable, and crafted from high quality materials to be suitable for official ceremonies, parades, and other formal events. Ultimately, their purpose is to honor tradition, showcase military heritage, and enhance the regiment's ceremonial presence.