Firearms Mounted Sighting Systems (Optics)
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. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), under the Department of Homeland Security, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for Firearms Mounted Sighting Systems (Optics). This RFI is market research to assess industry capability for a potential future Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract, which is anticipated to be a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by January 30, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. EST.
Purpose & Scope
CBP currently utilizes firearms mounted sighting systems for duty and training. The agency intends to solicit an IDIQ contract to augment or replace existing optics, and supply parts and accessories. This contract may also be available to other Federal Government Agencies. The RFI seeks information on the industry's ability to provide suitable optics, accessories, and parts that meet CBP's preliminary requirements, as detailed in the attached draft Statement of Work (SOW).
Information Requested
CBP is requesting information on:
- Company details (name, address, point of contact, NAICS code, business size).
- Experience in manufacturing and/or distributing firearms optics for military or law enforcement.
- Manufacturing/assembly locations for optics and parts.
- Ability to provide items in the draft SOW or suitable alternatives.
- Authorized distributor status for SOW items.
- Experience with warranty coordination and any separate warranties offered.
- Quality Control/Quality Assurance processes.
- Ability to meet all draft SOW requirements and any feedback on the SOW.
Anticipated Contract Details (from Draft SOW)
- Type: Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract (anticipated)
- Duration: Five (5) years from date of award (anticipated)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (anticipated for future solicitation)
- Place of Performance: CONUS, Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, Puerto Rico, and other U.S. Territories.
- Key Requirements: Provide firearms mounted sighting systems with administrative and logistical support, submit technical specifications, ensure items have legible serial numbers, proper packaging, minimum one-year warranty, production capacity of at least 1,000 units per make/model per month, authorized distributor status, FOB Destination shipping, and strict Quality Control.
Response & Questions
This RFI is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute an RFP or a commitment to contract. The Government will not pay for information submitted. Not responding does not preclude participation in any future RFP.
- Questions Due: January 28, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. EST, via email to John Crockett.
- Responses Due: January 30, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. EST, via email.
- Contact: John Thomas Crockett, john.crockett@cbp.dhs.gov.