Firearms Mounted Sighting Systems (Optics)

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (RFP 70B06C26R00000072) is for the acquisition of Firearm Mounted Sighting Systems (Optics) for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for training and operational use. The government intends to award a single indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (ID/IQ) contract, but reserves the right to make additional awards if in the government's best interest.

• The specific requirements and salient characteristics are detailed in the attached Statement of Work (SOW).

• Contract Type: Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (ID/IQ)

• Period of Performance: 5-year ordering period from the date of award. Delivery Orders may have a 12-month delivery period beyond the contract's ordering period.

• Minimum Guarantee: $10,000

• Maximum Amount: $49,900,000.00 (total for all anticipated delivery orders).

• Delivery Orders will be firm fixed price (FFP) and may include option years.

• Proposals are due by 06/12/2026 at 2:00 PM ET.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically and via hard copy as detailed in the solicitation.

• The award will be made on a Lowest Priced, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis.

• Evaluation factors include Technical (acceptable/unacceptable) and Price.

• Questions regarding the solicitation are due by 05/27/2026.

• This acquisition is a Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 332994 (Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing)

• Potential proposers must register at SAM.gov to receive notifications and changes.

• All interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• The solicitation incorporates Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Parts 12 and 15, and includes several class deviations from DHS.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This SOW outlines the requirements for the procurement of firearms mounted sighting systems to support the mission of officers and agents within U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and other Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agencies.

• Procurement of firearms mounted sighting systems.
• Vendor shall provide administrative and logistical support, including customer service, shipping (FOB destination), and invoicing/payment support.
• Vendor shall provide manufacturer's technical specifications for all required items.

Specifications must address all technical requirements listed within the document.

Not explicitly stated in this document, but the contract will be awarded and administered by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).

• Items must be permanently marked with unique alphanumeric serial numbers.
• Each item must be packaged in a box displaying item make, model, serial number, and barcode.
• Serial numbers on the box and inventory sheets must match the serial number on the item.
• No alterations or substitutions are permitted without prior notification and written approval by the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
• Detailed technical specifications are provided for various types of sights, including:
  • Flip-Up Rear Iron Sights
  • Flip-Up Front Iron Sights
  • 45 Degree Offset Folding Iron Sights
  • Handgun MRDS Co-Witness Sights (Rear and Front)
  • Miniature Red Dot Sights (MRDS) (Non-magnified, Battery Illuminated, Enclosed and Open emitter)
  • Non-Magnified Optics (Tube Type, Red Dot)
  • Magnified Optics (Fixed and Variable Magnification, Battery Powered and Non-Battery Illuminated)
  • Supplemental Devices (Magnifiers, Target Pointer and Aiming Devices, Clip-On Night Vision Devices, Clip-On Ranging and Targeting Modules)
  • Optical Sight Mounts (for various optic diameters and specifications)
  • Mounting Kits and Toolkits

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 2 to RFP 70B06C26R00000072, serving as a Price Evaluation Form. It outlines the specific items, estimated quantities, and pricing structure required for the solicitation. Bidders must use this form to provide their pricing for each item listed.

• Statement of Work Sections: Lists specific items required, referencing sections of the Statement of Work (e.g., 4.2.1 Folding Rear Iron Sights).
• Estimated Quantities: Provides the estimated quantity for each item over a five-year period.
• Pricing Columns: Includes columns for Unit Cost Each and Year X Total for each of the five years. Bidders are instructed to insert Manufacturer name, Model, Part #, and Pricing for each item.
• Manufacturer and Model Information: Sheet 2 provides a detailed list of manufacturers and specific models associated with each SOW section and quantity, which bidders should reference when completing the pricing.

This form is critical for bidders to accurately price their proposals. It details the specific components (primarily optics and related accessories) and their estimated quantities over a five-year period. Bidders must complete the Manufacturer, Model, Part #, and Unit Cost for each line item to ensure their pricing is evaluated correctly against the government's requirements. The provided quantities are estimates for pricing purposes.