Cold Weather Combat Boot
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support, Clothing and Textiles (C&T) Supply Chain has issued a Justification and Approval (J&A) for an "Other Than Full and Open Competition" award for Cold Weather Combat Boots (CWCB). This contract, SPE1C126C0017, was awarded to Belleville Shoe Manufacturing Company for an estimated maximum total value of $2,461,350.00. The purpose is to maintain production readiness for this critical item.
Scope of Work
This J&A covers the procurement of Cold Weather Combat Boots (CWCB), specifically National Stock Numbers (NSNs) 8430-01-693-6925 / PGC: 04154. The boots are manufactured by Belleville Shoe Manufacturing Company (CAGE: 90976), with Vibram Corporation as the sole manufacturer of the specialized outsole crucial for extreme cold performance.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition
- Authority: 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(3), implemented by Class Deviation 2026-00017 Revision 1.
- Awarded Contract Number: SPE1C126C0017
- Estimated Maximum Total Value: $2,461,350.00
- Period of Performance: This is a bridge contract intended to cover requirements between the end of the previous contract (SPE1C1-22-D-1570) and the anticipated award of a future sustainment contract in December 2026.
- Published Date: June 4, 2026
Set-Aside
Not applicable, as this procurement was conducted on an "Other Than Full and Open Competition" basis.
Evaluation
This procurement did not involve a solicitation for offers from other potential sources due to the justification for other than full and open competition. The anticipated cost was determined to be fair and reasonable through price analysis.
Additional Notes
The CWCB is a critical piece of equipment for Warfighters operating in cold, wet, and rugged environments. The justification emphasizes the need to prevent production line cessation, which could lead to extended lead times, employee layoffs, and increased costs. A competitive, long-term acquisition for the sustainment requirement is anticipated to be synopsized in April 2026, with an award expected in December 2026.