Opportunity
SAM #W912BU26QA035
USACE Philadelphia District Solicitation for Customized First Responder Uniforms and Apparel
Buyer
USACE Philadelphia District
Posted
September 21, 2026
Respond By
October 21, 2026
Identifier
W912BU26QA035
NAICS
323113, 315280, 315210, 315990
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Philadelphia District is seeking proposals for a five-year contract to supply customized safety uniforms and apparel for first responders in the Emergency Management Association (EMA). - Government Buyer: - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Philadelphia District, Contracting Office - Products/Services Requested: - Twelve distinct clothing items, each with detailed specifications for material, color (primarily Old Glory Red), and USACE branding - Emergency Response Hat: 6-panel cotton chino blend, embroidered USACE branding - Emergency Response Knit Hat: 100% acrylic, embroidered USACE logo - Durable Water-Repellent Rain Jacket: 100% nylon, waterproof, USACE logo and emergency markings - Durable Water-Repellent Rain Pant: 100% nylon, waterproof, reinforced stitching - Brisk Insulated Jacket: Polyester microfiber, insulated, roll-away hood, USACE branding - Techno Lite Three-Layer Knit Jacket: 3-layer polyester, waterproof, zippered pockets, USACE branding - QA T-Shirt: 100% cotton, double-needle collar and hems, USACE branding - Woman’s Red Performance Polo: Polyester moisture-wicking, USACE branding - Men’s Red Performance Polo: Polyester moisture-wicking, USACE branding - Woman’s Red Long Sleeve Performance Polo: Polyester moisture-wicking, spandex cuffs, USACE branding - Men’s Red Long Sleeve Performance Polo: Polyester moisture-wicking, spandex cuffs, USACE branding - Class III Safety Vest: High-visibility ANSI mesh, reflective tape, USACE emergency operations branding - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All items must feature USACE-specific branding, text, and safety markings for visibility and identification - Apparel must meet precise material, color, and imprinting requirements - Samples of all items are required for evaluation prior to approval - The contract is set aside for small businesses - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation; the opportunity is open to qualified suppliers meeting the specifications
Description
DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT, SERVICE, OR ITEM PROPOSED
Description of the acquisition: Not limited to, but shall include:
Procurement of high-quality safety uniforms and apparel for first responders (Emergency Management Association - EMA) within the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Philadelphia District. The contract will provide twelve (12) distinct clothing items customized with USACE agency branding, text, and specific safety markings to support first responder visibility and identification: Emergency Response Hat (Field Hat): Old Glory Red, 6-panel cotton chino blend twill cap, structured mid-profile pro crown, curved visor, pro-stitched finish, self-material velcro back closure, 6 finished reinforced eyelets. Embroidered in white polyester thread on front: OPERATIONS EMERGENCY; back: LOGO STRONG BUILDING USACE. Emergency Response Knit Hat: 100% acrylic pro rib knit cap with cuff (Length 9.00", Width 7.75", Cuff Length 3.00"). Embroidered in white polyester thread on front: USACE BUILDING STRONG LOGO. Durable Water-Repellent Jacket (Rain Jacket): Old Glory Red, 4 oz. 100% nylon DWR micro porous plain weave waterproof breathable fabric. Single-ply hood with drawstring, red #5 coil full zipper front flap closure, drawcord waist, no pockets, 2 eyelets underarm vents, 5-needle safety stitch, reinforced zipper seams. Iridescent white print. Right chest: USACE BUILDING STRONG LOGO; Left chest: EMERGENCY OPERATIONS (centered); Back: USACE EMERGENCY OPERATIONS BUILDING STRONG LOGO. Durable Water-Repellent Pant (Rain Pant): Old Glory Red, 4 oz. 100% nylon DWR micro porous plain weave waterproof breathable fabric. Elastic bottom, 1.5” waistband with self-drawcord, back patch pocket with velcro on right side, 5-needle safety stitch. Brisk Insulated Jacket: Old Glory Red, 3.4 oz./yd² (115 gsm) polyester microfiber twill. 2.95 oz. insulation in body, 1.7 oz. in sleeves, polyester brushed tricot lining in body, roll-away hood, thermal retention shockcord, storm flap with snap closure. Iridescent white print. Right chest: USACE BUILDING STRONG LOGO; Left chest: EMERGENCY OPERATIONS (centered); Back: USACE EMERGENCY OPERATIONS BUILDING STRONG LOGO. Techno Lite Three-Layer Knit Jacket: Old Glory Red, 8 oz./yd² (200 gsm) 3-layer 100% polyester interlock bonded to polyester birds eye. 8,000 mm waterproof rating, 1,000 g breathability rating, matching chin guard, center front reverse coil zipper, lower zippered pockets. Imprinting: Same as Rain Jacket. QA T-Shirt: Old Glory Red, preshrunk 100% cotton jersey. Seamless double-needle collar, taped neck and shoulders, double-needle sleeve and bottom hems. Iridescent white print. Right chest: USACE BUILDING STRONG LOGO; Left chest: EMERGENCY OPERATIONS (centered). Woman’s Red Performance Polo (Ladies Red Performance Polo): Old Glory Red, 4.0-4.8 oz polyester moisture wicking pique fabric. Ribbed knit collar, 4 color matching buttons (distinguishing feature), open hemmed sleeves, side vents, UPF 15-30, ladies sizing. Iridescent white print. Right chest: USACE BUILDING STRONG LOGO; Left chest: EMERGENCY OPERATIONS (centered, placed slightly higher than the men's version). Men’s Red Performance Polo: Old Glory Red, 4.0-4.8 oz polyester moisture wicking pique fabric. Ribbed knit collar, 3 color matching buttons (distinguishing feature), open hemmed sleeves, side vents, UPF 15-30. Iridescent white print. Right chest: USACE BUILDING STRONG LOGO; Left chest: EMERGENCY OPERATIONS (centered). Woman’s Red Long Sleeve Performance Polo Shirt (Ladies Red LS Performance Polo): Old Glory Red, 4.0-4.8 oz polyester moisture wicking pique fabric. Ribbed knit collar, 3 color matching buttons, side vents, spandex cuffs. Imprinting: Same as short sleeve. Men’s Red Long Sleeve Performance Polo Shirt (Men’s Red LS Performance Polo): Old Glory Red, 4.0-4.8 oz polyester moisture wicking pique fabric. Ribbed knit collar, 3 color matching buttons, side vents, spandex cuffs. Imprinting: Same as short sleeve. Class 3 Safety Vest: Pantone 387 color, 3.4 oz. durable, extra breathable high visibility ANSI 107-2010 mesh fabric. Zipper front closure, large outside pocket, 1 inside pocket, 2” silver reflective tape on front and back. Red PMS 193 print on back: USACE EMERGENCY OPERATIONS BUILDING STRONG LOGO.