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1 Dallas Area Rapid Transit 1401 Pacific Avenue P.O. Box Dallas, Texas (214) Request For Expression of Interest July 18, 2012 Subject: Request for Expression of Interest : REFI # Uniforms Services and Supply Contract. The Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Authority has a future requirement for a multiyear uniform services and supply contract for DART s Transportation Department personnel. A new scope of services and specification has been prepared in draft format for an industry review and comment via this RFEI process. DART s new requirements include uniforms with improved materials, blends, and styles. There is new emphasis on electronic ordering and reporting, express pickup of orders and supply chain services. This requirement will result in a new solicitation and resulting contract which will need to be in place no later than January We are seeking expressions of interest and comments from suppliers and vendors from the uniform supply/service industry. DART is seeking firms who can provide the following but not limited to: personnel, facilities, tailoring, alterations, embroidery and supply chain management of uniforms meeting DART s new requirements as drafted and attached. We seek your interest and comments in order to improve the draft scope of services and specifications. You are encouraged to suggest better approaches or alternatives. To be more specific, this RFEI is intended to gather information that will assist DART in finalizing its solicitation documents for its follow on procurement. Please note that responding to the RFEI does not automatically afford or guarantee any privileges, consideration or to be chosen as the successful vendor in the event a future solicitation is issued. Scope of Services Requirements Summary 1. Facilities a. Store-front b. Modern day Fitting/Dressing Rooms c. Storeroom/Supply Chain Management 2. Alterations/Embroidery a. Business Hours meeting DART s requirements 3. Electronic Online Ordering and Payment a. Debit Card Process b. Online ordering 4. Express services a. Employee Pickup b. On site delivery Page 1 of 2

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3 Scope of Services for Operations Uniforms RFEI-# The contractor shall meet the following requirements upon award of contracts for supply and alterations of uniforms. The contractor shall provide all labor, tailoring services, clothing and sewing and embroidery equipment necessary to provide, alter and delivery of uniforms. All garments will be sized and cut to fit all sizes including alternate sizing requirements such as petite and big/tall sizes. Retail Store Environment The contractor s facility shall meet the following requirements: The facility shall be clean, clutter-free and smoke-free environment - Restrooms shall have a standard door with lock, clean and in good working condition. Restrooms are not acceptable as fitting/dressing room Store-front environment with displayed racks - Inventory must be neatly stacked in the displayed racks and/or hung on the hanging rod according to sizes and/or colors Fitting/Dressing Rooms - Shall have a minimum of two fitting/dressing rooms, approximate size dimension of 61 x 69 - Shall include a chair or a bench inside the fitting/dressing rooms - Shall have a standard size door with inside lock - Shall have a mirror, minimum size dimension of 24 W x 60 H and securely attached to the wall - Shall have a coat hook securely attached to the walls - Shall have a raised platform for measurement purposes with mirrors on the walls Storeroom capabilities for stocking inventory item. All inventory items shall be placed on shelves Supply Chain Management - Shall have enough in inventory to provide same day service Embroidery/Alterations - Shall have a minimum of four personnel for alterations and embroidery during working hours. - Shall have a minimum of four working embroidery and sewing machines on site during working hours. - Shall provide same day service for items requiring minor alterations (hemming of pants/shorts/skirts/shirts-oxford-maternity) shall be handled the same day, providing that the employee arrives on or before 2:00 p.m. Any additional alterations must be completed within 24 hours from the drop-off time. - Sewing and/or embroidery shall be required on as need basis: for special patches/emblems such position title changes and new position titles and worn or faded patches/emblems. Replacing missing/broken buttons, pant hooks, missing/torn belt loops and fray hem. - Alterations shall be pressed, neat and well fitted. - No alteration of items to make available of another item (for example, cutting long sleeve shirts to make short sleeve shirts).

4 RFEI-# Scope of Services for Operations Uniforms Page 2 Business Hours - 9 am to 6 pm (Monday through Friday) and Saturday, 9 am to 1 pm. - Shall provide one week notice of business closure due to holidays, inventory and/or special events Debit System Must be knowledgeable of, and demonstrate proven experience of managing a stored value card system. The contract must be able to initiate a stored value card system at contract start-up. Electronic Online Ordering/payment Debit Card Process Any supplies and service to be furnished under this contract shall be ordered by issuance of an approved debit card process or voucher supplied directly to the contractor by the DART Transportation employee. The employee will present the debit card or voucher to the contractor and be allowed to order and receive any item identified within the Schedule of the contract. The Authority is to be held responsible for the amount of the debit card or voucher only. Any amount over the debit card or voucher limit is the sole responsibility of the employee. In the case of the Initial Uniform vouchers, the Authority is responsible for only those items specifically identified within the contract schedule. All debit card or vouchers are subject to the terms and conditions of this contract. In the event of conflict between any voucher and this contract the contract shall control. Voucher Ordering Limitations, per pay voucher of initial uniform voucher 1) Minimum Order: No Minimum 2) Maximum Order: The authority is responsible for the amount listed on the pay voucher or initial uniform voucher only. Electronic On-line Ordering Provide website ordering system where employee may order items on-line and have items delivered to their home address. Express Services Employee Pickup All clothing item requiring minor alterations (defined as hemming) shall be handled the same day, providing that the employee arrives on or before 2:00 p.m. Any additional alterations must be completed within 24 hours from the drop-off time. Express Service will allow the employees to pick up their items when it s ready for pickup. On site delivery Other Options Recycling uniforms o Received slightly used uniforms and make repairs to bring the uniforms up to code for recycling. Ability to accommodate special order needs

5 REFI - # DALLAS AREA RAPID TRANSIT Transportation Department Uniforms Specifications All garments will be sized and cut to fit all sizes including alternate sizing requirements such as petite and big/tall sizes. I. MENSWEAR (SHIRTS, TROUSERS AND SHORTS) A. Oxford Shirts - Short and Long Sleeves Men Supervisor (White) 1. Long and short sleeves white Oxford cloth % Cotton/40% Polyester or 65% Cotton/35% Polyester. 3. Tailoring: Vat Dyed poly core thread shall be used on all seaming, color to match garment. Inside seams shall be overlock and safety stitched. The seams joining the sleeve to the body will have a top stitch completely around. 4. Front: Left front shall have a center facing 1 ½ inches in width made of same material as shirt fabric extending from the collar stand to the bottom of the shirt, with two (2) rows of stitching 78 inches apart. The facing shall contain seven (7) vertical buttonholes placed ¾ inches from the edge. 5. Button: Seven (7) pearlized buttons on the shirtfront. 6. Yoke: There shall be a back yoke approximately 2 inches wide from the neckline down. 7. Sleeves: Sleeves are to be secured to the body of the shirt by means of single needle slaving. The single exposed stitch to be 3/8 inches from the edge of the shoulder. For the side closing seams, a narrow stitch with a safety stitch shall be used. Long sleeve with two (2) buttons horizontal on cuff. There shall be a full sleeve placket. Full placket front made of separate piece of material and sewn on. Short sleeve shall be straight and whole with 1-inch hem. 8. Collar: Button down collar. Collar stays shall be at least 1/32 thick and of good quality plastic material. Stays shall be underneath the collar of the shirt.

6 Page 2 9. Pockets: One (1) pocket, patch type, pointed at the bottom. The pocket shall be die cut and creased to give uniform shape and size. It shall measure 4 ½ inches wide and 5 inches deep with 1 inch stitched hem. To be single stitched on the edge with each upper corner securely held with a ¾ inch triangular stitch made with apex down. The pocket shall also have stitched pencil opening ; measuring 1 ¼ inches on left side of pocket. 10. Emblems/Patches: DART chevron emblem shall be sewn on left arm sleeve of the shirt, 1-½ inches from the edge of the shoulder stitch, see attachment 1 for proper placement. Patches shall be sewn below the DART chevron emblem on left arm sleeve, see attachment 2 for proper placement. 11. Shall provide extra long body shirts in sizes XL and above. Size markings shall be marked with black indelible ink on the inside of the collar and outside of the left front tail. B. Oxford Shirt - Short and Long Sleeve Men Operators (Light Blue) 1. Colors: Blue (Operator) all sizes shall be of the same dye lot. 2. Long and short sleeve Oxford cloth. 60% Cotton/40% Polyester or 65% Cotton/35% Polyester, construction 92 x 46 weight, 4.6 oz or approved equal. 3. Tailoring: Vat Dyed poly core thread shall be used on all seaming, color to match garment. Inside seams shall be overlock and safety stitched. The seams joining the sleeve to the body will have a top stitch completely around. 4. Front: Left front shall have a center facing 1 ½ inches in width made of same material as shirt fabric extending from the collar stand to the bottom of the shirt, with two (2) rows of stitching 78 inches apart. The facing shall contain seven (7) vertical buttonholes placed ¾ inches from the edge. 5. Button: Seven (7) pearlized buttons on the shirt front and one (1) on top of yoke. 6. Sleeves: Sleeves are to be secured to the body of the shirt by means of single needle slaving. The single exposed stitch to be 3/8 inches from the edge of the shoulder. For the side closing seams, a narrow stitch with a safety stitch shall be used. Long sleeve with two (2) buttons horizontal on cuff. There shall be a full sleeve placket. Full placket front made of separate piece of material and sewn on. Short sleeve shall be straight and whole with 1-inch hem. 2

7 Page 3 7. Collar: Button down collar. Collar stays shall be at least 1/32 thick and of good quality plastic material. Stays shall be underneath the collar of the shirt. 8. Pockets: Two (2) pockets, patch type, pointed at the bottom. These pockets shall be die cut and die creased to give uniform shape and size. It shall measure 4 ½ inches wide and 5 inches deep with 1 inch stitched hem. To be single stitched on the edge with each upper corner securely held with a ¾ inch triangular stitch made with apex down. The pocket shall also have stitched pencil opening ; measuring 1 ¼ inches on left side of pocket. 9. Flaps: Two front pockets with flaps 4 1/2 inches wide and 1-¾ inches at tip, mitered at the lower corners. Flaps shall be secured to the shirt by two (2) rows of stitching 3/16 inches apart. The left flap shall have a pencil opening measuring 1 1/14 inches. 10. Yoke: There shall be a back yoke approximately 2 inches wide from the neckline down, and pleats extending down along body of shirt. 11. Shoulder straps: Set into the shoulders extending to the collar and shall be 6 inches long with ½ inch seam stitch at the edge of shoulder sleeve. Straps shall have 1 ¼ inch X stitching starting at the edge of shoulder strap seam. Shoulder straps shall be 1 1/4 inches wide at shoulder to the pointed tip. There shall be a 1/32-inch edge stitch. Shoulder strap shall be fastened to button on top of yoke. There shall be a buttonhole at the open end to secure. See attachment Emblems/Patches: DART chevron emblem shall be sewn on right arm sleeve of shirt, 1-½ inches from the edge of the shoulder stitch, see attachment 1 for proper placement. Patches shall be sewn directly below DART chevron emblem on right arm sleeve, see attachment 2 for proper placement. 13. Shall provide extra long body shirts in sizes XL and above. Size markings shall be marked with black indelible ink on the inside of the collar and outside of the left front tail. C. Oxford Shirt - Short and Long Sleeve Station Monitor (Dark Yellow) 1. Colors: Dark Yellow (Station Monitor) all sizes shall be of the same dye lot. 2. Long and short sleeve Oxford cloth. 60% Cotton/40% Polyester or 65% Cotton/35% Polyester, construction 92 x 46 weight, 4.6 oz or approved equal. 3

8 Page 4 3. Tailoring: Vat Dyed poly core thread shall be used on all seaming, color to match garment. Inside seams shall be overlock and safety stitched. The seams joining the sleeve to the body will have a top stitch completely around. 4. Front: Left front shall have a center facing 1 ½ inches in width made of same material as shirt fabric extending from the collar stand to the bottom of the shirt, with two (2) rows of stitching 78 inches apart. The facing shall contain seven (7) vertical buttonholes placed ¾ inches from the edge. 5. Button: Seven (7) pearlized buttons on the shirt front and one (1) on top of yoke. 6. Sleeves: Sleeves are to be secured to the body of the shirt by means of single needle slaving. The single exposed stitch to be 3/8 inches from the edge of the shoulder. For the side closing seams, a narrow stitch with a safety stitch shall be used. 7. Long sleeve with two (2) buttons horizontal on cuff. There shall be a full sleeve placket. Full placket front made of separate piece of material and sewn on. Short sleeve shall be straight and whole with 1-inch hem 8. Collar: Button down collar. Collar stays shall be at least 1/32 thick and of good quality plastic material. Stays shall be t underneath the collar of the shirt. 9. Pockets: One (1) pockets, patch type, pointed at the bottom. These pockets shall be die cut and die creased to give uniform shape and size. It shall measure 4 ½ inches wide and 5 inches deep with 1 inch stitched hem. To be single stitched on the edge with each upper corner securely held with a ¾ inch triangular stitch made with apex down. The pocket shall also have stitched pencil opening ; measuring 1 ¼ inches on left side of pocket. 10. Yoke: There shall be a back yoke approximately 2 inches wide from the neckline down, and pleats extending down along body of shirt. 11. Emblems/Patches: DART chevron emblem shall be sewn on both arm sleeves of shirt, 1-½ inches from the edge of the shoulder stitch, see attachment 1 for proper placement. Patches shall be sewn directly below DART chevron emblem on both arm sleeves, see attachment 2 for proper placement. 4

9 Page Shall provide extra long body shirts in sizes XL and above. Size markings shall be marked with black indelible ink on the inside of the collar and outside of the left front tail. D. Men s Trousers Plain and Pleated Front 75/25 Polyester/Wool 1. Dark Navy Blue 2. Style: Full cut uniform pattern. Two (2) quarter top pockets, two (2) hip pockets, plain front, and front with two (2) pleats per pants leg. Trouser shall be machine washable. 3. Fabric: Contents: 75% Dacron Polyester, 25% Worsted Wool-Gabardine Weave. Weight 11 ½-12 oz per liner yards breaking strength 125 pounds in the Warp, 75 pounds in the filling. Construction 78 end per inch, 54 picks per inch. Fiber Wool 8 ½ inches average minimum. Back-face of fabric must be polyester 3 inches minimum. 4. Pockets: Two (2) front quarter top style pockets with a minimum opening of 6 1/2 from the top pocket bar tack to the bottom pocket bar tack. Front pocket interior should be fold back and top stitched self-fabric faced, so that pocket liner is noticed and not visible. Triangular bar tack at the top and bottom openings of the pocket. 5. Two (2) hip pockets made on a Reece type machine. Each pocket shall measure 5 ¼ inches wide and shall be 6 inches deep. Both pockets shall have a button tab closure. Each pocket shall have a triangular bar tack at the corners. Note: A belt loop type tab will not be acceptable. 6. Pocketing: Should be 50% polyester and 50% rayon procured finish and shall last the life of the garment without piling or abrading. 7. Waistband: Two (2) inches wide, covered with one (1) Hook-flex hook, UIC.H49 #50 non-crush hook and eye, closed at back with closed method. Rubberized Snugtex or approved equal shall be added to the waistband. Waistband curtain to be made of matching discipline twill. A matching color stitch will outline the strands (one button added to inside, to secure tab). Hook and Ear: At the top of the zipper on the waistband shall be crush proof with a low profile. 8. Belt loop: Seven (7) belt loop, 1 ¼ wide. Each loop will be set into the waistband at top and bottom with the exception of the back loop, which will be tacked at the bottom for ease of alterations. 9. Fly: Grown on fly set on the left side. Zipper: Talon Omni (large tooth plastic/acrylic zipper) with a #42 memory lock slider of brass. 5

10 Page Bar Tacks: In addition to the pocket bar tacks mentioned, there shall be a bar tack at the base of the fly through the top left and bottom right fly and also on the inside securing to the left fly to the left side about one (1) inch above the bottom of the zipper. 11. Crotch Lining: Four quarter crotch lining of a material that matches the fabric and color of any alterations and shall be sewn on a double needle chain stitch machine having tandem needle with an offset of 1/32 inches. The inseams and the outside seams are to be single needled. Hip darts are to be cut open and under pressed before hip pockets are cut. NOTE: Top stitched darts are not acceptable 12. Seams: Center back turn under shall be no less than 3 inches to take care of any alteration sand shall be sewn on a double needle chain stitch machine having tandem needle with an offset of 1/32 inches. The inseams and the outside seams are to be single needled. Hip darts are to be cut open and under pressed before hip pockets are cut. NOTE: Top stitched darts are not acceptable. Thread: Poly Core Vat Dyed Thread 13. Pleats: Two pleats (2), 1 inch deep, open, spaced 1 3/8 inches apart and equally positioned on the front panels of trousers. Top of pleats to be included in waistband seam. Top stitched pleats are not acceptable. First pleats to align with pan front crease. Second pleat will extend down front panel ¾ of front pocket. Pleats shall be open from the bottom of waistband. E. Men s Trousers Plain Front 100% Polyester 1. Color: Dark Navy Blue % textured polyester, stretch serge weave oz/sq yd 12 oz/linear yard 3. Quarter top pockets with security tab on left hip pocket 4. Interlined 3/4 wide belt loops 5. Patent-pending concealed Freedom Flex waistband with Tru-Grip to effectively keep shirt tails tucked 6. Crushproof hook and eye with fully functional French Fly 7. Fly is top-stitched to provide a pucker-free clean finish 8. Firm bartacking at all stress points 9. Exclusive triple-stitched crotch. Double-pleated crotch lining 6

11 Page 7 F. Men s Trousers Plain Front 1. Color: Khaki 2. Style: 65% Polyester/35% Cotton Twill, stretch serge weave oz/sq yd 12 oz/linear yard 3. Quarter top pockets with security tab on left hip pocket 4. Interlined 3/4 wide belt loops 5. Patent-pending concealed Freedom Flex waistband with Tru-Grip to effectively keep shirt tails tucked 6. Crushproof hook and eye with fully functional French Fly 7. Fly is top-stitched to provide a pucker-free clean finish 8. Firm bartacking at all stress points 9. Exclusive triple-stitched crotch. Double-pleated crotch lining G. Men s Plain Front Shorts 1. Khaki or dark navy color 2. Style: 65% Polyester/35% Cotton Twill, 7.5 oz. ¼ Top Pockets and cargo pockets on the side of the pant leg. 3. Unhemmed hem to be sewn at time of fitting. The hem shall be 1 above the knee or no more than 4 below the knee. 4. Embroider DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) and fill in with yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 116) on chevron logo (1 H x 1 W) shall be embroidered on the right leg above the hem, in front of the side seam. See attachment #4 H. Men s Clip-on Tie 1. Pre-tied Clip-on tie with black metal clip. Pocket tipped measure at 3.5 widest point x 18 (Regular); 3.5 widest point x 20 (Long) and 3.5 widest point x 22 (Extra Long). 2. Color: Dark Navy background per PMS 281C or approved equal. 3. Fabric: 100% Polyester, Tropical Weave. 7

12 Page 8 4. Embroider DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) and fill in with yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 116) on chevron logo (5/8 H x 1 W). See attachment 5 for proper placement. I. Men s 4 in-hand Tie-Regular Length 1. Standard four-in-hand. Tie to measure 3.5 inches at widest point x 57 inches length (Regular); 3.5 widest point x 61 inches (Long) and 3.5 inches at widest point x 63 inches (Extra long) 2. Detail: Pocket tipped, width shall be 3.5 inches. 3. Color: Dark Navy background per PMS 281C or approved equal. 4. Fabric: 100% Polyester,Tropical Weave. 5. Embroider DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) and fill in with yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 116) on chevron logo (5/8 H x 1 W).. See attachment 5 for proper placement. II. WOMENSWEAR (SHIRTS, TROUSERS, SHORTS AND SKIRTS) A. Women s Short and Long Sleeve Oxford Shirts Supervisors 1. Identical to male short and long sleeve Oxford shirts except, shall be tailored in women s shape and sizes. Shall also provide extra long body shirts. B. Women s Short and Long Sleeve Oxford Shirts Operators 1. Identical to male short and long sleeve Oxford shirts except, shall be tailored in women s shape and sizes. Shall also provide extra long body shirts. C. Women s Short and Long Sleeve Oxford Shirts Station Monitor 1. Identical to male short and long sleeve Oxford shirts except, shall be tailored in women s shape and sizes, and except no shoulder loops. Shall also provide extra long body shirts. D. Women s Trousers Plain and Pleated Front (75/25) 1. Identical to male plain and pleated trousers with the following exceptions: Hip and waist to appropriately tailor for women to insure proper fit. Include covered elastic waistband. 8

13 Page 9 E. Women s Trousers Plain and Pleated Front 100% Polyester 1. Identical to male plain and pleated trousers with the following exceptions: Hip and waist to appropriately tailor for women to insure proper fit. Include covered elastic waistband. F. Women s Trousers Plain and Pleated Front (75/25) 1. Identical to male plain and pleated trousers with the following exceptions: Hip and waist to appropriately tailor for women to insure proper fit. Include covered elastic waistband. G. Women s Plain Front Short - Khaki or Dark Navy 1. Identical to male shorts, except shall be tailored in women s shape. H. Women s Skirt 1. Color: Dark Navy Blue. 2. Fabric: 100% Polyester Raeford Weight/Weave: ½ oz., Serge 3. Four-panel skirt with pockets each side 4. ¾ wide belt loops. Zipper closure in back. Front and back darts 5. Unhemmed 35 length. hem to be sewn at time of fitting. The hem shall be 1 above the knee or no more than 4 below the knee I. Women s Crossover Tie 1. Style: Crossover style with covered button snap, no shine. 2. Color: Dark Navy background per PMS 281C or approved equal. 3. Fabric: 100% Polyester, Tropical Weave. 4. Embroider DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) and fill in with yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 116) on chevron logo (5/8 H x 1 W). See attachment 6 for proper placement. J. Maternity clothing K. Visor 1. Color: Dark Navy 9

14 Page Polyester Jersey Mesh, 2 ¼ Crown, pre-curved visor 3. Adjustable hook/loop tape closure 4. Embroider DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) and fill in with yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 116) on chevron logo (1 H x 1 W) on center of front panel. See attachment 7. L. Visor Supervisor M. Beret 1. Color: Dark Navy 2. Polyester Jersey Mesh, 2 ¼ Crown, pre-curved visor 3. Adjustable hook/loop tape closure 4. Embroider DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) and fill in with yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 116) on chevron logo (1 H x 1 W) on center of front panel and shall have gold scrambled eggs sewn on the bill, see attachment Color: Dark Navy % Wool diameter 4. Embroider DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) and fill in with yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 116) on chevron logo (1 H x 1 W) above the cuff. See attachment 8. N. Cap(female style) 1. Color: Dark Navy III. UNISEX CLOTHING Embroidery placement must be neat, straight and centered appropriately. A. Unisex Polo Shirt (Short and Long Sleeve) Supervisors 1. Color: White. Classic Fit. 2. Fabric: Easy care 100% Cotton/100% Polyester, Pique, 6.7 oz., stain release 10

15 Page Rib knit collar and cuffs. Curl free collar. Banded sleeves 4. Reinforced side vents, taped neck & shoulders. Tailed back 5. Three button placket with bone-horn buttons 6. Embroidery: On left chest, parallel between second and third button, shall embroider in half circle shape DALLAS AREA RAPID TRANSIT in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) above the yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 116) filled-in chevron logo (1 1/2 W x 1 1/2 H). Below the chevron logo, shall embroider in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) TRANSPORTATION, see attachment 9 for proper placement. Shall embroider on right chest in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) script lettering, employee s name as indicated on voucher and position title underneath the name. See attachment 9 for proper placement. B. Unisex Polo Shirt (Short and Long Sleeve)-Station Monitors 1. Color: Dark Yellow. Classic Fit 2. Fabric: Easy care 60% Cotton 40% Polyester/100% Polyester, Pique, 6.7 oz., stain release 3. Rib knit collar and cuffs. Curl free collar. 4. Reinforced side vents, taped neck & shoulders and straight bottom and banded sleeves 5. Three button placket with bone-horn buttons 6. Embroidery: On left chest (parallel between second and third button, shall embroider in half circle shape DALLAS AREA RAPID TRANSIT in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) above the grey thread (Pantone Color #PMS407) filled-in chevron logo (1 1/2 W x 1 1/2 H). Below the chevron logo, shall embroider in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) TRANSPORTATION, see attachment 9 for proper placement. Shall embroider on right chest in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) script lettering, employee s name as indicated on voucher and position title underneath the name. See attachment 9 for proper placement. C. Unisex Polo Shirt (Short and Long Sleeve) Operators 1. Color: Blue. Classic Fit 11

16 Page Fabric: Easy care 60% Cotton 40% Polyester/100% Polyester, Pique, 6.7 oz., stain release 3. Rib knit collar and cuffs. Curl free collar. 4. Reinforced side vents, taped neck & shoulders and straight bottom and banded sleeves 5. Three button placket with bone-horn buttons 6. Embroidery: On left chest (parallel between second and third button, shall embroider in half circle shape DALLAS AREA RAPID TRANSIT in grey thread (Pantone Color PMS #407) above the yellow thread (Pantone Color PMS #116) filled-in chevron logo (1 1/2 W x 1 1/2 H). Below the chevron logo, shall embroider in white thread TRANSPORTATION, see attachment 9 for proper placement. D. Epaulets Shall embroider on right chest in grey thread (Pantone Color PMS #407) lettering, employee s name as indicated on voucher and position title underneath the name. See attachment 9 for proper placement. 1. Style: Double layer shell material with no seam or raw edges showing on top. There shall be one center seam on the bottom. See attachment Color/Fabric: Dark Navy Blue, Raeford Style 6066 or approved equal 3. Fabric: 75% polyester / 25% worsted wool, weight ½ ounces/square yard. Construction 79 x 57 weave-gabardine, weave-stain repellant. 4. Dimension: finish size shall be 2 3/4 wide and 2 1/4 long to fit over shoulder loop of the shirt. 5. Striping: each loop shall have various stripes. The stripes shall be A.H. Rice ART. 3172/2 or approved equal, Colors needed: Pantone Colors PMS #116 Yellow, PMS #281 Blue and PMS # Each strip shall be centered on epaulet, measuring 3/16 wide extending around full body of epaulet. E. Epaulets New / Specialty 1. Upon request as needed. 12

17 Page 13 F. Leather Belt with standard buckle 1. Color: Black. Detailed: Beveled and polished edges with edge crease. There shall be one (1) keeper, ½ wide. The leather shall secure the buckle with two snap closures. 2. Material: Top grain cowhide (bridle leather). Finish: Vegetable dyed, waterproof finish Back: Natural paste. Dimension: 1 ½ wide. Weight: 8 9 ozs. Sizes: Waist sizes shall be in 2 increments Note: Quality of leather shall meet or exceed specifications as set forth by U.S. Army Natick Testing Laboratory. No split leathers will be accepted. G. Buckle DART 1. Style: Die cast with official DART chevron, approximately 3 W x 2 H, shall fit a 1 ½ wide belt. See attachment Material: 100% solid brass. Finish: Gold Tone (imitation 14K) plating. 3. Dimension of chevron: 1 ½ W x 1 ½ H H. Jersey Mesh Cap winter 1. Color: Dark Navy 2. 6-panel polyester jersey mesh, structured pre-curved visor, stretchable fabric 3. Embroider DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) and fill in with yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 116) on chevron logo (2 W x 2 H) on front center panel and 1 from bottom of crease, see attachment 12. Shall embroider DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) and fill in with yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 116) on chevron logo (1 H x 1 W) on center of back panel. I. Jersey Mesh Cap winter (Supervisor) 1. Color: Dark Navy 2. 6-panel polyester jersey mesh, structured pre-curved visor, stretchable fabric. 3. Embroider DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) and fill in with yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 116) on chevron logo (2 W x 2 13

18 Page 14 H) on front center panel and 1 from bottom of crease and shall have gold scrambled eggs sewn on the bill, see attachment 12. Shall embroider DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) and fill in with yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 116) on chevron logo (1 H x 1 W) on center of back panel. J. Solid Twill/Mesh Cap summer 1. Color: Dark Navy 2. 6-panel polyester jersey mesh, structured pre-curved visor, stretchable fabric 3.. Embroider DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) and fill in with yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 116) on chevron logo (2 W x 2 H) on front center panel and 1 from bottom of crease, see attachment 12. Shall embroider DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) and fill in with yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 116) on chevron logo (1 H x 1 W) on center of back panel. K. Jersey Mesh Cap summer (Supervisor) 1. Color: Dark Navy 2. 6-panel polyester jersey mesh, structured pre-curved visor, stretchable fabric 3. Embroidered DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) and fill in with yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 116) on chevron logo (2 W x 2 H) on front center panel and 1 from bottom of crease and shall have gold scrambled eggs sewn on the bill, see attachment 12. Shall embroider DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) and fill in with yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 116) on chevron logo (1 H x 1 W) on center of back panel. L. Knit Caps 1. Color: Dark Navy Blue or approved equal. 2. Material: Acrylic Stretch Knit 14

19 Page Embroider DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) and fill in with yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 116) on chevron logo (2 W x 2 H) on cuff, see attachment 13. M. Long Sleeve Zipper Front Sweater 1. Style: V-Neck, Commando type with zipper front. Color: Dark Blue or Navy or approved equal. 2. Fabric: 70% Piltrol /30% Wool or approved equal. Count: 2 ply/10, times 2 end. Colorfastness to light, dry cleaning and crocking, machine washable 3. Reinforcement Fabric:Type: 100% Cordura/Taslan Nylon; b)back Coating: ¼ oz Polyurethane 4. Tape Reinforcement:Type: Cotton Woven tape, 5/8 wide; b)color: Dark Blue per PMS 281C 5. Knitting: The garment is to be knitted from 2 x 2 construction throughout, using.54 inches of yarn per stitch, except the bottom welt which is to be.46 inches of yarn per stitch, commending with a knitted welt. 6. Thread: Cotton, type IA3 or approved equal. Seam Construction: All sweater seams shall be stitched using an overlock machine, except for the shoulder and sleeve cuff seam that shall also be over sewn with a seam cover using a wool cover thread. 7. Tape Reinforcement: The shoulders and underarm shall be reinforced with 5/8-inch cotton tape. The tape shall measure approximately 4 inches in the length under the arm and the entire length of the shoulder seam, and shall match the color of sweater. 8. V-Neck Measurement: The width of the V-neck opening shall be 5 inches. 9. Patches: The sweater is to have reinforcing patches on each shoulder and sleeve. The patches, with raw edges turned in, are to be secured by a double needle lock stitch, except for the edge incorporated into the sleeve seam. There shall be no puckering, gathering or distortion, where the patches are sewn to the sweater. The shoulder patch shall measure approximately 9 inches by 5 inches (size med). The sleeve patch shall be contoured to fit the arm measuring approximately 10 inches by 4 ¼ inches (size med). 10. Zipper: Talon Omni (large tooth plastic/acrylic zipper) with a #42 memory lock slider. 15

20 Page Weave: Jersey knit. Shoulder and elbow reinforcement fabric. Low pill fiber and machine washable. 12. Embroider DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) with fill-in yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) on chevron logo (1 1/2 W x 1 1/2 H) shall embroider on left front of chest. DART chevron shall be center and positioned not to exceed height of zipper closure. Shall embroider on right chest in yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) script lettering, employee s name as indicated on voucher and position title underneath the name. See attachment 14. N. Long Sleeve Pull-Over V-Neck Sweater 1. Style: V-neck long sleeve pullover, Commando type. Color: Dark Blue per PMS 281C 2. Fabric: 70% Monsanto S-63TM low pil acrylic, 30% New Zealand Wood. Count: Worsted 2 ply/198, colorfastness-good, and dry-cleaning good, crocking-good. 3. Requirements for Patch Material 4. Cloth Type: 330 Denier Cordura Nylon (Warp), and 2 ply Taslanized Nylon filling), plain weave, treated with durable Fluorocarbon water and stain release agents. Weight: 5.5 oz. per square yard (uncoated) (+/-.4 oz). 5. Break strength: Ward-190 (min), fill-110 (lbs) [min]. Tear strength: Warp- 13 [min], fill-12 [min] (lbs). Warp: 64 [min], Fill-38 [min].count: 64 (Warp), 38 (Fill) Shrinkage: Warp 2% [max], Fill 2% [max].color: Fastness and crocking-good. Coat; Non-ravel ¼ oz Urethane 6. Tape Reinforcement 7. Type: Cotton woven tape, 5/8 inches wide conforming to type Ii of DDD-T- 86 color. Same as the zipper-front sweater; Thread: Type cotton, conforming to type IA3, ticket no. 40 and 50 of V-T-276 or approved equal. 8. General Design: Shall be pulled over style, wool, and non-rib throughout, v- neck with a straight body and set in sleeve. Extra long body length with knitted welt and turn back cuff design for adjusting sleeve length. Durable cloth patches shall re-enforce shoulders and elbows. The body and sleeve welts shall be knit with a non-raveling edge. 9. Knitting: The garment is to be knitted form plain construction throughout, using.54 inches of yarn per stitch, commencing with a knitted welt. The 16

21 Page 17 body 6 inches below the armpit when stretched by hand is to extend without damage to a width of at least 38 inches (size med). 10. Seam Construction: All sweater seams shall be stitched using an overlook machine, except for the shoulder and sleeve cuff seams that shall also be over sewn with a seam cover using a wool cover thread for neat appearance and comfort. All seams shall be straight and neat with thread ends trimmed. 11. Tape Reinforcement: The shoulders and underarms shall be reinforced with 5/8 inches cotton tape, to prevent underarm seam from coming apart under stress. The tape shall measure approximately 4 inches in length under the arm and entire length of the shoulder seam, and shall match (approximately) the color of the sweater. 12. Patches: The sweater is to have reinforcing patches on each shoulder and sleeve. When the sweater is laid flat, the bottom of each shoulder patch shall meet when a straight line is drawn from patch to patch, insuring a uniform appearance. The patches shall match the color of the sweater. The patches, with raw edges turned in, are to be secured by a double needle lock stitch, except for the edge incorporated into the sleeve seam. There shall be no puckering, gathering or distortion, where the patches are sewn to the sweater. No glue may be used to fold patches before stitching. The shoulder patch shall measure approximately 9 inches by 5 inches (size med). The sleeve patch shall be contoured to fit the arm, measuring approximately 10 inches by 4 ¼ inches (size med). 13. Embroider DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) with fill-in yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) on chevron logo (1 1/2 W x 1 1/2 H) shall be embroidered directly into the left front of chest. DART chevron shall be center and positioned not to exceed height of V neck. Shall embroider on right chest in yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) script lettering, employee s name as indicated on voucher and position title underneath the name. See attachment Pressing: The sweater and patches shall be pressed for a second time before shipping, insuring a neat, un-wrinkled appearance when issued. 15. Measurements: The length of a size 42 sweater from shoulder seam to the bottom welt shall be approximately 27 inches (+ or ¾ ). The width shall be measured by counting the number ribs from side seam to side seam. The number of ribs equaling the chest size of the sweater in inches. The width of the v-neck opening shall be 5 inches (+ or ½ ). 16. Weight: The weight of a dozen medium sized sweaters (minimum) shall be 12 pounds. 17

22 Page 18 O. Sleeveless Pullover Sweater V-Neck Vest 1. Color: Dark Navy or approved equal. 2 Material/Fabric: Tuff-Pil plus High-Tech fabric. 100% Acrylic fiber with lo-pil performance. Colorfast and durable. Machine washable. 3. Embroider DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) with fill-in yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) on chevron logo (1 1/2 W x 1 1/2 H) shall be embroidered directly into the left front of chest. DART chevron shall be center and positioned not to exceed height of V neck. Shall embroider on right chest in yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) script lettering, employee s name as indicated on voucher and position title underneath the name. See attachment 14. P. Heavy Weight Parka Jacket 1. Color: Dark Navy 2. Detachable hood, storm flap, turtleneck-style collar 3. Hip-length coverage 4. Blend: Shell Fabric: 65% Polyester/ 35% Cotton Body Lining: 100% Nylon Taffeta Fill Fabric: 100% Polyester 5. Closure: Jumbo double-slider head zipper 6. Fabric: Poplin. Reflective tape across back of jacket and around wrist band. 7. Pocket: Two concealed zippered pockets at waist, two lower insulated bellows with concealed snap flap, zippered pocket on left bicep, pencil pocket underside of storm flap 8. Embroider DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) with fill-in yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) on chevron logo (2 W x 2 H) shall be embroidered directly into the left front of chest. DART chevron shall be center and positioned not to exceed height of V neck. 18

23 Page 19 Q. 3-in-1 Jacket Shall embroider on right chest in yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) script lettering, employee s name as indicated on voucher and position title underneath the name. Shall embroider on right chest in yellow script lettering, employee s name as indicated on voucher and position title underneath the name. See attachment Color: Dark Navy Blue 2. Inner shell zips out to form a separate garment. Both shells are water repellent and machine washable. 3. Outer shell features: Zip-through tunnel collar and storm flap. 4. Double-entry pockets and front cape zip pockets. 5. Adjustable Velcro elastic cuffs. Hidden hood. Drawcord waist. 6. Inner shell features: Zip-through tunnel collar and inner storm flap. 7. Shell: 2.9 oz. 178t Nylon taslan; 8. Outer lining: 8.26 oz. 210t Nylon taffeta with quilt; Inner shell: 2.9 oz. 178t nylon taslan 9. Embroider on both outer and inner jackets with DART in blue thread (Pantone Color #PMS 281) with fill-in yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 116) on chevron logo (1 1/2 H x 1 1/2 W) on left front of chest. Shall embroider on right chest in yellow thread (Pantone Color #PMS 116) script lettering, employee s name as indicated on voucher and position title underneath the name. See attachment 16. R. Windbreaker with Hood 1. Full zip jacket. 2. Zipped front pockets with welts. 3. Half elastic cuffs with adjustable hook and loop closure tabs. 4. Open bottom with elastic drawcord and barrel locks. 19

24 Page % Polyester rip stop, 2.75 oz, water repellent, 6. Body Lining: jersey, 6.5 oz, Sleeve Lining: 100% Quilted Polyester 7. Embroider DART in blue thread (Pantone Color PMS281) with fill-in yellow thread (Pantone Color PMS116) on chevron logo (1 1/2 H x 1 1/2 W) on left front of chest. S. Raincoat Shall embroider on right chest in yellow thread (Pantone Color PMS116) script lettering, employee s name as indicated on voucher and position title underneath the name. See attachment Color - Dark Navy 2. Snap Front 3. Detachable Hood with drawstring 4. Water Resistant Finish Length T. DART Chevron Emblem 1. Style: 100% Swiss Embroidered. 2. Thread: 100% Rayon 3. Color Chart: Pantone Color - Half moon shape emblem in Navy Blue thread (PMS 281) with half moon shape inside in yellow thread (PMS 116) with grey thread (PMS 407) chevron. Lettering in all caps with grey (PMS 407) thread. See attachment Size: 2 3/8 H x 4 W. Arial font style and ½ inch letters (white thread) U. Patches 1. Style: 100% Swiss Embroidered 3. Thread: 100% Rayon 4. Color Chart: Pantone Color Patches in Navy Blue thread (PMS 281) with lettering in all caps with grey (PMS 407) 20

25 Page Size: 1 H x 4 W 6. Patches not limited to (see attachment 19 for current titles): V. Specialty Patches SUPERVISOR ROSS BUS DISPATCH STATION MONITOR BOSS RAIL TRAINING INSTRUCTOR ASST. MANAGER RAIL CONTROL 1. Style: 100 % Swiss Embroidered 2. Thread; 100% Rayon 3. Color Chart: Pantone Color Patches in Navy Blue thread (PMS 281) with lettering in all caps with grey (PMS 407) 4. Size: 3 ¼ diameter, see attachment 2, example Patches not limited to: TRAINING & EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT W. Specialty Patches - New 1. Development of new specialty patches when required X. Embroidery & Sewing 1. Minor alterations, shall include replacing missing/broken buttons, pant hook, torn belt loops and fray hems. 2. Hemming of trousers, shorts and skirts 3. Removal of worn, faded, outdated or old patches/emblems 4. Sewing new or additional patches Authority (DART) Provided/Furnished Property: All applicable patches, emblems and chevrons as well as any special instructions shall be included with the order given to the vendor as to properly complete the sewing application of these items. All garments will carry the following labels: manufacturer s name, WPL or RN number as required by the Federal Trade Commission, fabric contents, size and complete cleaning instructions, labels will be permanent to withstand repeated cleaning for the life of the garment. All garments shall be individually wrapped in polybags. All garments shall be finished in a first class workmanship manner with all loose threads removed. 21

26 Page 22 Transit Operations Uniforms Specification Oxford Shirts (Long and Short Sleeves) Proper Placement of Emblems/Patches on Shirts ATTACHMENT 1 White Oxford Shirt: To be sewn on left sleeve only Blue Oxford Shirt: To be sewn on right sleeve only Yellow Oxford Shirt: To be sewn on both arm sleeves See above description for proper placement of emblem and patches. Sew DART chevron emblem 1 ½ from shoulder seam stitch. Sew patches below the DART chevron emblem as indicated in attachment 2. 22

27 Page 23 Transit Operations Uniforms Specification Proper Placement of Patches ATTACHMENT 2 These are examples of correct placement of patches/emblems on long sleeve and short sleeve oxford shirts. The color of the pictures is not of true color and must also have the copyright logo. New patches and emblems may be provided along with any special instructions to the vendor on sewing these items at the time orders are placed. Yellow Oxford Shirt Station Monitor The DART chevron patch shall be sewn on both arm sleeves of long sleeve and short sleeve oxford shirts. Station Monitor patch shall be positioned and sewn directly below DART chevron emblem. Blue Oxford Shirt Instructor The DART chevron patch shall be sewn on right arm sleeve of long sleeve and short sleeve oxford shirts. Instructor patch shall be positioned and sewn directly below DART chevron emblem. 23

28 Page 24 ATTACHMENT 2 (Cont d) White Oxford Shirt Supervisor The DART chevron emblem shall be sewn on left arm sleeve of long sleeve and short sleeve oxford shirts. Patches such as Assistant Manager, Supervisor, BOSS, ROSS, Bus Dispatch, Rail Control and Rail Training shall be positioned and sewn directly below DART chevron emblem. See below for proper placement of patches and see example 1 when it involves more than one patch. Example 1 24

29 Page 25 ATTACHMENT 3 Transit Operations Uniforms Specifications Shoulder Straps on Operators Long Sleeve and Short Sleeve Oxford Shirts Shoulder straps shall set into the shoulders extending to the collar and shall be 6 inches long with ½ inch seam stitch at the edge of shoulder sleeve. Shoulder straps shall be 1 1/14 inches wide at shoulder to pointed tip of strap. There shall be a buttonhole at the open end to secure shoulder strap. Straps shall have 1 ¼ inch X stitching starting at the edge of shoulder strap seam. 25

30 REFI - # Transit Operations Uniforms Specifications Short 11 and 13 Inseam (Male & Female) ATTACHMENT 4 Note: The picture is not of true colors Proper placement of embroidery of chevron

31 Page 27 Transit Operations Uniforms Specifications Men s 4-in-Hand Tie and Clip-on Tie ATTACHMENT 5 27

32 Page 28 ATTACHMENT 6 Transit Operations Uniforms Specifications Women s Crossover Tie 1 5/8 1/2 28

33 Page 29 Transit Operations Uniforms Specifications Women s Visors ATTACHMENT 7 II. L. Visor II. M. Visor Supervisor with scrambled egg on visor. 29

34 Page 30 Transit Operations Uniforms Specifications Women s Beret ATTACHMENT 8 DART chevron (1 ½ W x 1 ½ H) above cuff 30

35 Page 31 ATTACHMENT 9 Transit Operations Uniforms Specifications Long Sleeve and Short Sleeve Polo Shirts (White, Blue & Yellow) Embroidery Proper placement of embroidery. 31

36 Page 32 ATTACHMENT 10 Transit Operations Uniforms Specifications Epaulets Dimension: finish size shall be 2 3/4 wide and 2 1/4 long to fit over shoulder loop of the shirt. 32

37 Page 33 ATTACHMENT 11 Transit Operations Uniforms Specifications DART Buckle 2 H 3 H Dimension of buckle: 3 W x 2 H Dimension of Chevron: 1.5 W x 1 1/2 H 33

38 Page 34. ATTACHMENT 12 Transit Operations Uniforms Specifications Caps (Winter/Summer) Embroidery Jersey Mesh Cap Winter - same as supervisor cap without the scrambled egg. Jersey Mesh Cap Summer - same as supervisor cap without the scrambled egg. Jersey Mesh Cap Winter (Supervisor) (with scrambled egg) Jersey Mesh Cap Summer (Supervisor) (with scrambled egg) 34

39 Page 35 Transit Operations Uniforms Specifications Knit Cap Embroidery ATTACHMENT 13 35

40 Page 36 ATTACHMENT 14 Transit Operations Uniforms Specifications Sweaters (Zipper front, Pull-over and Vest) Embroidery Proper placement of embroidery. 36

41 Page 37 ATTACHMENT 15 Transit Operations Uniforms Specifications Heavy Weight Parka Jacket - Embroidery Proper placement of embroidery. 37

42 Page 38 Transit Operations Uniforms Specifications 3-1-Jacket Embroidery ATTACHMENT 16 Proper placement of embroidery. 38

43 Page 39 ATTACHMENT 17 Transit Operations Uniforms Specifications Windbreaker with Hood Embroidery Proper placement of embroidery. 39

44 Page 40 ATTACHMENT 18 Transit Operations Uniforms Specifications DART Chevron Emblem 2 3/8 H 4 W Size: 2 3/8 H x 4 W. Color Chart: Pantone Color - Half moon shape emblem in Navy Blue thread (PMS 281) with half moon shape inside in yellow thread (PMS 116) with grey thread (PMS 407) chevron. Lettering in all caps with grey (PMS 407) thread. 40

45 Page 41 ATTACHMENT 19 Transit Operations Uniforms Specifications Patches These are examples of current of patches. The color of the pictures is not of true color. Size of patch: 2 3/8 H x 4 W Color Chart: Pantone Color Patches in Navy Blue thread (PMS 281) with lettering in all caps with grey (PMS 407) STATION MONITOR INSTRUCTOR RAIL TRAINING BOSS ROSS ASSISTANT MANAGER BUS DISPATCH SUPERVISOR RAIL CONTROL 41

46 Page 42 ATTACHMENT 20 Transit Operations Uniforms Specifications Specialty Patches Size: 3 ¼ diameter 42