5-DAY PISTOL/RIFLE COURSE
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), under the Department of Homeland Security, is soliciting proposals for a 5-Day Pistol/Rifle Course for 23 Advanced Tactical Operators (ATOs). This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, identified as RFQ 70Z08426QPR260000009, aims to enhance weapons handling, marksmanship, and tactical positioning for Close Quarters Combat (CQC) operations and Short Notice Maritime Response. Proposals are due February 19, 2026, at 1:00 PM Pacific Time.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide a comprehensive five-day Pistol/Rifle Course at their own facility, strictly adhering to the attached Statement of Work (SOW). Key requirements include:
- Providing 25 operational range facilities capable of day and night live-fire training for 9mm and 5.56mm systems.
- Ensuring access to a DoD-compliant armory and ammunition storage facility.
- Supplying a sufficient number of qualified instructors with relevant experience and certifications.
- Conducting training from March 2, 2026, through March 6, 2026.
- The Government will provide its own weapons and ammunition; the vendor is explicitly prohibited from supplying these.
Contract Details
- Solicitation Number: 70Z08426QPR260000009
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Quotation - RFQ)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS: 611699 (All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction)
- Size Standard: $16.5 Million
- Place of Performance: Vendor's training facility and range facilities (California, 91950 area).
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Due Date: February 19, 2026, 1:00 PM Pacific Time.
- Submission Method: Electronically to Contracting Officer Terry Craft at terry.e.craft@uscg.mil.
- Required Offer Contents: Solicitation number, specifications of items offered, Point of Contact (name, phone, address), and Company UEI Number.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be based on the lowest price for an offer that meets or exceeds all specifications.
- Questions Deadline: February 17, 2026, 8:00 AM Pacific Time, submitted in writing to Terry Craft (terry.e.craft@uscg.mil).
Key Clauses & Attachments
The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-06, including FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5. Bidders must review the provided "Commercial Products and Services Clauses" document for a comprehensive list of applicable FAR and HSAR clauses.