U.S. Coast Guard Academy Ceremonial Swords and Scabbards

Background
The U.S. Coast Guard Academy is seeking to procure ceremonial swords and scabbards through solicitation number 70Z02326QCGSWORDS. This contract aims to provide ceremonial swords for use in full dress parades and military ceremonies, aligning with the Academy's mission to train future leaders in maritime safety and security.

The contract will be awarded as a single award Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) type contract, specifically set aside for small business concerns.

Work Details
The contractor will supply ceremonial swords and scabbards as specified in the solicitation. The requirements include:
- Sword Blade Types:
- Class 1 – High Carbon Tool Steel
- Class 2 - Stainless Steel
- Lengths Available: 26, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, and 33 inches.
- Scabbard Material: Fiberglass or polyurethane tubes with thickness between 0.010 to 0.065 inches.
- Initial estimated quantities for the first delivery order are as follows:
- Length 26": 200 units
- Length 28": 150 units
- Length 29": 150 units
- Length 30": 200 units
- Length 31": 150 units
- Length 32": 75 units
- Length 33": 75 units.

Period of Performance
The IDIQ contract has a five-year ordering period, with each ordering period lasting one year.

Place of Performance
Deliveries will be made to the U.S. Coast Guard Academy located at New London, CT.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must meet the following requirements:
- Small Business Set Aside - Total (SBA).
- Authorized distributor or OEM status may be required for the products offered.
- Compliance with all applicable federal regulations and standards related to manufacturing and delivery of ceremonial items.

Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail)
This opportunity appears to have a confirmed incumbent based on prior IDIQ awards under solicitation 70Z02321DQAD00500 awarded to Marlow White Uniforms for ceremonial swords and scabbards for Coast Guard use. The prior work included the same types of swords (blade classes 1 high carbon tool steel and class 2 stainless) and scabbards made from fiberglass or polyurethane tubes within the specified thickness range, with similar length options, indicating continuity in item specifications and intended ceremonial/regalia use. Additional confirmed contract actions also specifically covered swords and scabbards for the U.S. Coast Guard Academy clothing locker, including awards during 2025–2026.