Charlotte Firing Range
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 Transportation Security Administration (TSA), under the Department of Homeland Security, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for Firing Range Services in Charlotte, NC. This initiative aims to identify qualified sources capable of providing existing range facilities for law enforcement personnel training and qualification. Responses are due June 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the rental/usage of an existing firearms range, not for construction. The range must be located within a 15-mile radius of Coffey Point Dr and Beam Rd in Charlotte, NC, and be accessible within a 30-minute drive. Key requirements include:
- One live-fire range with at least 24 firing points.
- Fully concreted surface with distinct shooting positions (1.5, 3, 7, 15, 25-yard lines).
- A firearms cleaning area and accommodation for two 10x24ft trailers.
- Parking for up to 15 vehicles and male/female restrooms with running water.
- Ability to accommodate low light/night fire drills, various ammunition types (handgun, shotgun slug, rifle), and specific training movements (e.g., drawing from holster, rapid-fire, movement between firing points).
- Compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including lead exposure. Vendors must submit recent lead exposure certification and/or OSHA compliance documentation.
- Availability Monday through Friday, with options for weekends/holidays.
- Estimated usage: 120,000 rounds per quarter, with DHS personnel using the range approximately 10 days per month, 8 hours per day.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research to determine potential set-asides)
- Response Due: June 26, 2026, by 2:00 PM EDT
- Published: June 16, 2026
Response Requirements
Interested vendors must submit a Contractor's Capabilities Statement (not exceeding four pages, PDF or MS Word). The statement should detail the company's capabilities to meet the draft requirements, including:
- Full Company Name, UEI Number, Tax ID Number.
- Company Point of Contact, mailing address, and phone number.
- Current Business Size (e.g., small business, 8(a), woman-owned, veteran-owned).
- Experience providing similar services.
- If the firm does not own/operate the proposed range facilities, the statement must address how performance requirements/Limitations on Subcontracting will be met (referencing FAR 52.219-3, -14, -27, -29).
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational and planning purposes only and is not a solicitation. The Government will not pay for information submitted. Future information will be posted on SAM.gov.