The Danish Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organization(DALO) wishes to renew the contracts concerning the Military Combat Boot System which is the soldier’s primary footwear during daily training, exercise and work, but also during extended combat operations. The system consists of five primary boots divided into 5 lots, where this contract notice concerns LOT 3, Desert Boot. The remaining boots (LOT 1-2 and 4-5) will be tendered by separate contract notices.

DALO intends to award a framework agreement to one supplier regarding purchases of Desert Boots.

DALO is seeking specialized boots for equipping soldiers deployed to desert climates and environments. The Desert Boot is intended to be used for operations in the following climate NATO zones (AECTP-23 – Climate conditions); Primary A1, A2 and M1, and secondary A3 and B3. The Primary terrain is sand, coasts, and dust covered stone chippings. Key words for the boot’s functionality are breathability, minimal excess heat, rugged sole.

The Desert Boots must be able to withstand the use that normally occur during a mission, including the build-up phase. This corresponds to a minimum of 18 months of intensive use.