J--Glock Slide Optic & Sight Installation
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 Bureau of Indian Affairs, Office of Justice Services is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice for Glock Slide Optic & Sight Installation. They seek qualified small businesses to install Government-furnished Trijicon RMR-HD optics and Ameriglo GL-813 iron sights on Government-furnished Glock 17 Gen 5 and Glock 19 Gen 5 upper slides. Responses are due March 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the assembly and installation of optics and iron sights on approximately 665 Glock upper slides (425 Glock 17 Gen 5 and 240 Glock 19 Gen 5). Key tasks include:
- Assembly and installation according to manufacturer specifications.
- Proper torque application and thread treatment.
- Bore-sighting of each completed slide.
- Secure handling and accountability of Government-furnished firearm components.
Vendor Requirements
Respondents must:
- Hold a valid Federal Firearms License (FFL).
- Be registered and active in SAM.gov.
- Be capable of accepting and returning Government-furnished equipment.
- Performance within the Albuquerque, NM area is preferred, but not mandatory. Vendors outside this area must provide a shipping and handling plan.
Information Requested
Vendors should provide:
- Company name and SAM UEI.
- FFL type and number.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., Glock Armorer, Trijicon installer).
- SBA certifications (e.g., ISBEE, SDVOSB, HUBZone).
- Applicable NAICS code(s).
- Confirmation of ability to perform in Albuquerque, NM, or a shipping plan.
- A brief capability statement detailing experience with similar firearm assembly projects, including up to three project examples (customer, period, contract number, description).
- Description of quality control and accountability procedures for handling Government-furnished firearm components.
Response Instructions
This is a Sources Sought notice for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses must be submitted electronically to Lara.Wood@bia.gov by close of business March 5, 2026. The email subject line must be "Sources Sought – Glock Slide Assembly". Questions should also be directed to the same email; no phone calls will be accepted.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (targeting qualified small businesses)
- Response Due: March 5, 2026
- Published: February 24, 2026
- Agency: Bureau of Indian Affairs, Office of Justice Services