Logistik Unicorp, a world leader and trusted supplier of military-grade uniforms and equipment, has signed a partnership agreement with the Government of Canada and the Department of National Defense, Canada to provide the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) with operational clothing & footwear.
The contract, valued at $3.7 billion over a course of 20 years, will see Logistik Unicorp expand its leadership in the Canadian textile and apparel industry.
Under the 20-year Operational Clothing and Footwear Consolidated Contract (OCFC2), the company will deliver nearly 1,222 items to be worn by the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) during domestic and overseas operations.
The supplies will comprise combat uniforms using Canadian Disruptive Pattern (CADPAT) camouflage, badges, insignias, sleeping bags, day packs, combat boots, arid/hot weather boots, mukluks, and winter gear.
The operational gear will be supplied to as many as 160,000 personnel, including regular and reserve force members, rangers, search and rescue technicians, firefighters, and cadets.
The contract will also enable ad hoc procurement to meet emergency deployment needs.
Once implemented, the OCFC2 will let personnel place online orders for operational gear and receive it at their doorstep.
It will also enable the CAF to distribute uniforms directly to units, easing its resource and inventory management.
In accordance with the contract, the company must also make sure that most of the manufacturing is done in Canada.
Logistik Unicorp’s corporate identity
The core of Logistik Unicorp’s corporate identity remains developing strong, long-lasting relationships with the sector.
More than 96 percent of all the items delivered under Logistik Unicorp's existing contracts with the Department of National Defense are made in Canada, demonstrating the company's solid track record of supporting Canadian industry partners.
With this announcement, Logistik Unicorp reaffirms its support for the sector and expresses its eagerness to forge new alliances with First Nations communities as well as with suppliers and partners from coast to coast on this historic deal.
“Logistik Unicorp is proud to have been selected to continue supporting the Canadian Armed Forces with their supply and equipment needs, which our Canadian military members continue to proudly wear while serving around the world.’’
‘’Since 1993, Logistik Unicorp has provided its recognized expertise in Managed Clothing Solutions, now supplying more than 600,000 individuals globally. Part of what makes Logistik Unicorp’s uniform programs stand out is the relentless pursuit of innovation through research & development practices, and commitment to proactively help our clients improve their services,” says Karine Bibeau, Vice-President, of Client Experience at Logistik.
With the announcement of the operational clothing and footwear consolidated contract, Logistik Unicorp will create further economic benefits for Canada for many years to come. Logistik Unicorp will continue to invest in high-value research and development in fields such as advanced materials, as well as in skills development and training to strengthen and support Canadian jobs in apparel, textile and footwear sectors.
Apart from potential export opportunities, this approach is also expected to generate more than 3,000 jobs for locals.
About Logistik Unicorp
A Canadian leader in Managed Clothing Solutions for uniform and personal equipment, Logistik Unicorp provides high-quality, innovative and functional clothing, footwear and equipment to more than 600,000 individuals worldwide, including 325,000 Canadians in various corporations, government departments and agencies.
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