(SOF) Distinctive Service Uniforms

Trade Agreement: Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA)
Tendering Procedures: If 2+ bids offer Canadian goods/services other bids will not be considered
Competitive Procurement Strategy: Lowest/Lower Bid
Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement: No
Nature of Requirements: 

Special Operations Forces (SOF) Distinctive Service Uniforms (SDSU)

W6399-18KA05/A
Contact: Josette Richard
Telephone: 613-462-4128
Email: josette.richard@pwgsc.gc.ca

PURPOSE OF AMENDMENT 008 IS TO ANSWER QUESTIONS FROM POTENTIAL BIDDERS.

REQUIREMENT:
To establish the Canadian Special Operations Forces Command (CANSOFCOM) as a unique service, Canada requires a Distinctive Service Uniform for the Special Operations Forces to be supplied in accordance with DND specifications. 

The Special Operations Forces Distinctive Service Uniform (SDSU) will be be used for daily dress, training and deployed operations that is distinct from the other services.  The SDSU consists of a coat and trousers that will be manufactured in accordance with the DND provided manufacturing data and patterns.  The uniform has the same design as the CAF Enhanced Combat Uniform, but will be available in two different materials, both with a MULTICAM® camouflage pattern printed outer finish.

PERIOD OF THE SUBSEQUENT CONTRACT:
The Contract will be from the date of contract award for a period of 2 years (24 months) with the option to extend the term of the contract by up to three (3) additional 12 month periods, under the same terms and conditions. 

Canada will order the goods to be provided under this Contract on a as-and-when-requested basis, using a Requisition on Contract (ROC) order form.

*ESTIMATED* Quantities:
Coat - Type I (Annex C1)
Year 1:8000 units
Year 2:2640 units
Year 3(extension):2760 units
Year 4(extension):2880 units
Year 5(extension):3000 units

Coat - Type II (Annex C2) 
Year 1: 1100 units
Year 2:550 units
Year 3(extension):575 units
Year 4(extension):600 units
Year 5(extension):625 units

Coat - Type III (GSM)
Year 1:1400 units
Year 2:850 units
Year 3(extension):875 units
Year 4(extension):900 units
Year 5(extension):925 units

Trousers - Type I (Annex C1)
Year 1: 8000 units
Year 2:2640 units
Year 3(extension):2760 units
Year 4(extension):2880 units
Year 5(extension):3000 units

Trousers - Type II (Annex C2)
Year 1:1100 units
Year 2:550 units
Year 3(extension):575 units
Year 4(extension):600 units
Year 5(extension):625 units

Trousers - Type III (GSM)
Year 1:1400 units
Year 2:700 units
Year 3(extension):725 units
Year 4(extension):750 units
Year 5(extension):775 units


EVALUATION CRITERIA: Details provided in Annex D of the solicitation document.

DELIVERY: Goods are to be deliverered within 300 kilometres of Canada's National Capital Region. Exact destination will be confirmed on the Requisition on Contract (ROC) form when an order is placed.

Delivery Date: Above-mentioned

The Crown retains the right to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement.

Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.