5-DAY PISTOL/RIFLE COURSE

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides clarifications and answers to vendor questions regarding the 5-Day Pistol/Rifle Course solicitation.

• Training Location: Training will be conducted exclusively at the vendor's facility.
• Geographic Restrictions: None for vendor-provided resources.
• Range Requirements: The requirement for "25 various operational range facilities" means 25 separate independent tactical bays/range compounds offering various options for close- and long-range fire, static and dynamic ranges, reactive paper and steel target systems, and terrain features usable day or night. It does not refer to 25 simultaneous firing lanes.
• Armory Requirements: DoD-compliant armory requirements include specific construction (8-inch reinforced concrete), security-rated doors, barred windows, intrusion detection systems, and adequate exterior lighting. Access must be restricted to authorized personnel with strict key control and entry/exit logs. Weapons and ammunition must be stored separately in approved containers, with regular inventory control and safety measures (fire protection, environmental controls). Offsite storage requires transport in accordance with DoD regulations and approval by the appropriate DoD authority.
• Night Fire: Night fire is required for both pistol and rifle, but a minimum number of night-fire capable ranges is not specified.
• Instructor Responsibility: The contractor is required to provide primary instruction for the course curriculum, not just facility access or support.
• Targets: The contractor is responsible for providing targets and consumables, including AR500 steel, reactive steel, paper targets, stands, etc.
• Lodging/Meals: Vendors should not include lodging or meals in their training solution or pricing, as this is not a requirement.

Clarifies key requirements related to facility, ranges, armory, and instructor responsibilities. Confirms award will be lowest price, technically acceptable. Vendors should not include lodging or meals in their pricing.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment A00001 to Solicitation 70Z08426QPR260000009, dated 02/12/2026. It is issued to provide responses to consolidated questions that were received.

This amendment does not specify which sections of the original solicitation are affected, but directs the reader to an attached document for the consolidated questions and answers.

This amendment is issued to provide responses to questions. It is not explicitly stated if proposal deadlines or submission requirements have been altered, but bidders should review the attached Q&A for any impact on their proposals.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for a 5-day Pistol/Rifle Course for 23 attendees. The training is to be conducted in exact accordance with the attached Statement of Work (SOW).

• A 5-day Pistol/Rifle Course for 23 attendees.

• Training must adhere strictly to the attached Statement of Work (SOW).

• The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 611699, with a size standard of $16.5 million.

• Offer Due Date: February 19, 2026, at 1:00 PM local time.

• The solicitation number is 70Z08426QPR260000009.

• The method of solicitation is a Request for Proposal (RFP).

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• Training Dates: March 2, 2026 - March 6, 2026.

• FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 are incorporated by reference and attached.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To provide a five-day Pistol/Rifle Course for Advanced Tactical Operators (ATOs) to enhance weapons handling proficiency, marksmanship, and tactical positioning skills, supporting Close Quarters Combat (CQC) operations and increasing mission readiness for Short Notice Maritime Response.

• Provide a 5-Day Pistol/Rifle Course at the vendor's facility.

• Offer access to 25 operational range facilities supporting 9mm and 5.56mm live-fire training (day and night).

• Provide access to a DoD-compliant arms and ammunition storage facility (armory).

• Ensure a sufficient number of qualified instructors to execute the curriculum.

• Maintain range facilities that are operational, safe, and suitable for advanced tactical training.

• Ensure the armory and ammunition storage meet all federal, state, and local security and safety requirements.

• Provide instructors with appropriate qualifications, certifications, and documented experience.

• The Government will provide its own weapons and ammunition.

• The vendor must not provide weapons or ammunition.

• The vendor is not responsible for maintenance, repair, or replacement of Government-issued weapons or ammunition.

March 2, 2026, through March 6, 2026 (five consecutive business days).

Vendor's training facility and range facilities.

• Instructor Requirements: Sufficient instructors, appropriate instructor-to-student ratio, relevant qualifications/certifications, and prior live-fire experience with 9mm and 5.56mm systems.

• Arrival Phase: Prepare curriculum and ranges, ensure 25 ranges configured for 9mm/5.56mm live-fire, confirm night-fire capability, provide schedule, directions for storage, and conduct safety brief.

• Training Phase: Conduct training per schedule, including live-fire with 9mm/5.56mm systems (day/night), ensure compliance with safety standards, provide targets/materials, and secure DoD-compliant armory access.

• Project Closure: Ensure objectives met, provide completion documentation (if applicable), and return facilities to normal conditions.

• Provision of 25 operational range facilities for day/night 9mm/5.56mm live-fire.

• Availability of DoD-compliant armory and ammunition storage.

• Sufficient qualified instructors.

• Completion of all scheduled live-fire evolutions.

• Adherence to all safety requirements.

• Full delivery of curriculum per schedule.

• Verification of training objectives by Direct Action Seven leadership.

• Submission of an After-Action Report (AAR).

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document lists Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Homeland Security Acquisition Regulation (HSAR) clauses that are incorporated by reference into a contract. It provides the clause number, title, and the effective date or revision date. Bidders can use this information to understand the standard terms and conditions that will apply to the contract.

• A comprehensive list of FAR and HSAR clauses.
• Each entry includes the clause number (e.g., FAR 52.203-3), the clause title (e.g., Gratuities), and its effective date (e.g., Apr-1984).
• Some clauses are noted with deviations and specific dates (e.g., DEVIATION NOV-2025).
• Links are provided to access the full text of the FAR, HSAR, and the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul.

This document is crucial for bidders as it outlines the mandatory legal and regulatory requirements that will govern the contract. Understanding these clauses is essential for accurately assessing the scope of work, compliance obligations, and potential risks associated with the opportunity. Bidders should review the listed clauses to ensure they can meet all contractual requirements.