Navy Awards Contract for Blue Angels' Suits
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The Navy has awarded a $1.7 million contract to a company in Virginia to supply gear for the Blue Angels, ending a 40-year relationship with a seamstress in Pensacola, Fla. The contract is for the iconic suits worn by the Blue Angels pilots. The decision has come as a surprise to the long-time seamstress.
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The contract award highlights the Navy's procurement decisions and the impact on small businesses and individual contractors. It also showcases the Navy's efforts to modernize and standardize its equipment.
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