What does Berry Compliant tactical gear mean?
Berry Compliant tactical gear is equipment manufactured in accordance with the Berry Amendment, a U.S. law requiring certain items purchased by the Department of Defense to be produced using domestically sourced materials. This includes textiles, fabrics, metals, and components used in items such as bags, packs, clothing, and tools. Compliance ensures supply chain security, domestic manufacturing support, and consistency with federal procurement regulations. Berry compliance is a sourcing and manufacturing standard—not a performance rating—but it is a mandatory requirement for many government purchases.
Why is Berry Compliance important for government and defense buyers?
Berry Compliance is critical because it determines whether equipment can be legally purchased for many Department of Defense and related government programs. Non-compliant items may be disqualified regardless of performance or price. Berry-compliant gear supports domestic manufacturing, reduces supply-chain risk, and ensures accountability through traceable sourcing. For agencies and prime contractors, compliance simplifies audits and procurement approvals while reducing risk of contract issues.
What types of tactical gear fall under Berry Amendment requirements?
Items commonly subject to Berry Amendment requirements include tactical bags, packs, load-bearing equipment, tools, textile-based accessories, and certain protective equipment. Compliance applies to both materials and manufacturing location. Each product must meet specific sourcing criteria, making documentation and quality systems essential. Gear advertised as Berry compliant must be manufactured in accordance with these requirements, not merely assembled domestically.
How does Berry Compliance differ from Buy American or TAA compliance?
Berry Compliance is more restrictive than Buy American or Trade Agreements Act (TAA) compliance. While Buy American and TAA allow for some foreign sourcing under specific conditions, the Berry Amendment requires U.S.-sourced materials and domestic manufacturing for covered items. Berry Compliance is primarily applicable to Department of Defense procurement, whereas Buy American and TAA apply more broadly across federal purchasing. Understanding the distinction is critical for agencies and contractors selecting compliant equipment.
How do ISO 9001 and Berry Compliance work together?
ISO 9001 certification supports Berry Compliance by establishing documented quality management systems that ensure consistent manufacturing, traceability, and process control. While ISO 9001 does not certify Berry compliance by itself, it provides the framework needed to maintain sourcing documentation and manufacturing discipline. Together, they support accountability, repeatability, and confidence in compliance for government buyers.
How does EOD Gear support Berry-compliant procurement?
EOD Gear is an ISO 9001–certified, GSA Schedule contract holder supplying Berry-compliant tactical gear manufactured in accordance with the Berry Amendment. We support agencies, primes, and integrators by providing compliant equipment with documented sourcing, consistent manufacturing, and procurement-ready pathways. Our approach emphasizes compliance, durability, and long-term support—helping customers meet regulatory requirements without sacrificing mission effectiveness.