FX Marking Cartridges
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), a component of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for simulation marking and non-marking cartridges, blank cartridges, weapon conversion kits, and magazines. This market research aims to identify qualified manufacturers and distributors for a potential DHS Strategic Source contract to support scenario-based use of force training for federal law enforcement agencies. Responses are due by March 5, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
CBP requires these items to provide effective Use of Force equipment to officers and agents. The RFI seeks information on industry capabilities to supply a range of simulation training products, including:
- M4A1 Upper Receiver Conversion Kits (9mm and 5.56mm) that cannot fire lethal ammunition.
- M4 / M16 Training Magazines (20rd and 30rd).
- Non-Lethal Training Cartridges (9mm and 5.56mm), including marking, non-marking, and blank (quiet and loud) types.
- Ancillary Equipment such as 9mm Conversion Kits for 40mm Grenade Launchers, adapter shells, discriminator rings, O-rings, and tools.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought
- Potential Future Contract Duration: Five (5) years from the date of award.
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: March 5, 2026, 7:00 PM EST
- Published: February 19, 2026
- Place of Performance: CONUS, Alaska, Hawaii, Guam, Puerto Rico, and other US Territories.
Information Requested
Respondents should provide:
- Company details, including manufacturer or authorized distributor status.
- NAICS code (specifically 332992 Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing) and business size.
- Experience in manufacturing and distributing these items for military or law enforcement.
- Manufacturing/assembly locations and subcontractor details.
- Capability to meet technical requirements outlined in the draft Statement of Work (SOW).
- Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and confirmation of non-hazardous ingredients.
- Warranty information, quality control plans, and ISO certification status.
- Quarterly manufacturing capacity and normal lead-time for delivery.
- Ability to package and label according to SOW specifications.
- Any concerns regarding the draft SOW requirements.
Additional Notes
This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or Request for Quote (RFQ). The Government will not pay for information submitted, and responses will be used to develop and refine the acquisition strategy. Not responding does not preclude participation in any future solicitation.