InSport Inc announced that they will manufacture a new running suit for the Marine Corps under a $14 million contract recently awarded to the company by the United States Marine Corps. Best known for their technically advanced, high-end running gear, InSport will be outfitting every Marine with this new addition to the sea bag in early 2008.
InSport secured the Marine Corps contract through a full and open competitive bid for the running suit. The contract was awarded after extensive proposal review, laboratory testing and user evaluations illustrated that it was capable of standing up to the uniquely rigorous fitness demands placed on the modern day Marine. The fabric design uses top-of-the-line, moisture-wicking, anti-microbial, and water-repellent technologies to ensure comfort and usability throughout extensive weather conditions, and lengthy wear.
"We are simply thrilled," said Peter Soorenko, General Manager of InSport. "The fitness demands placed on Marines are second to none. To be selected to ensure that they can meet these rigorous demands through this specially designed training uniform speaks volumes to the quality of our work here at InSport. We are very proud."
The Marine Corps' decision to adopt the InSport-designed running suit will allow them to take advantage of innovative fabric technologies not present in the Marine's current physical training uniform, which was designed over 30 years ago. While they plan to continue issuing the standard green t-shirt and green running shorts, this new running suit will provide Marines with a uniform that exemplifies the high standards of the Marine Corps.
"We would like to start getting the running suit to Marines in early 2008. Ultimately, our goal is to outfit our Marines with the best clothing and gear available and we appreciate the partnership with InSport in reaching this goal," said Infantry Combat Equipment Program Manager Lt. Col. A.J. Pasagian.
In full compliance with Berry Amendment regulations, this running suit will be designed and manufactured entirely in the United States, using materials made by fellow American businesses. Marine Corps officials estimate that 125,000 running suits will be produced in 2008, and another 125,000 will be distributed through 2009.
InSport secured the Marine Corps contract through a full and open competitive bid for the running suit. The contract was awarded after extensive proposal review, laboratory testing and user evaluations illustrated that it was capable of standing up to the uniquely rigorous fitness demands placed on the modern day Marine. The fabric design uses top-of-the-line, moisture-wicking, anti-microbial, and water-repellent technologies to ensure comfort and usability throughout extensive weather conditions, and lengthy wear.
"We are simply thrilled," said Peter Soorenko, General Manager of InSport. "The fitness demands placed on Marines are second to none. To be selected to ensure that they can meet these rigorous demands through this specially designed training uniform speaks volumes to the quality of our work here at InSport. We are very proud."
The Marine Corps' decision to adopt the InSport-designed running suit will allow them to take advantage of innovative fabric technologies not present in the Marine's current physical training uniform, which was designed over 30 years ago. While they plan to continue issuing the standard green t-shirt and green running shorts, this new running suit will provide Marines with a uniform that exemplifies the high standards of the Marine Corps.
"We would like to start getting the running suit to Marines in early 2008. Ultimately, our goal is to outfit our Marines with the best clothing and gear available and we appreciate the partnership with InSport in reaching this goal," said Infantry Combat Equipment Program Manager Lt. Col. A.J. Pasagian.
In full compliance with Berry Amendment regulations, this running suit will be designed and manufactured entirely in the United States, using materials made by fellow American businesses. Marine Corps officials estimate that 125,000 running suits will be produced in 2008, and another 125,000 will be distributed through 2009.
