M4-Style, ATF-Exempt, Non-Weapon Trainer Weapons - Brand Name or Equal
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 Department of the Air Force, specifically the 502 CONS CL office, is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential sources for M4-Style, ATF-Exempt, Non-Weapon Trainer Weapons. These trainers are required for the 737th Training Group's Basic Military Training (BMT) at JBSA-Lackland, TX. This is market research only, not a solicitation. Responses are due by February 19, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
The objective is to procure 700 M4-style training weapons that are ATF-exempt and permanently non-convertible to functional firearms. These devices must replicate the form, fit, and handling characteristics of the M4 platform to support safe weapon-handling instruction for trainees. They must withstand high-volume daily use, including manual of arms and inspection procedures, and be new manufacture.
Key Requirements
The trainer weapons must meet detailed salient characteristics, including:
- Internal Upper Receiver: No chamber or barrel, no rifling, permanent obstruction.
- Bolt Assembly: Not compatible with functional firearm bolts.
- Lower Receiver: Not machined for standard fire-control components, purpose-built non-gun trigger.
- Legal Classification: Does not meet federal/state firearm definition, cannot accept live ammunition, ATF-exempt.
- Technical Safeguards: Permanent, non-removable safeguards preventing conversion.
- Physical Specifications: Approximate weight (6.5 lbs), barrel length (14.5 inches), overall length (29.75" stock closed, 33" stock extended), one standard 30-round magazine, MIL-SPEC exterior materials, standard nylon sling.
- Disassembly: Capable of disassembly into ten major components (Upper Receiver, Lower Receiver, Charging Handle, Bolt, Bolt Carrier, Firing Pin, Firing Pin Retaining Pin, Cam Pin, Buffer, Action Spring).
- Performance: Designed for high-throughput trainee handling, with a minimum 12-month commercial warranty and replacement of defective items.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: February 19, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
- Published: February 10, 2026
- Delivery: To JBSA-Lackland, TX, typically 60 days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
Additional Notes
This is solely for market research; it is not a solicitation, and the Government is not currently seeking proposals. Responders should not request solicitations or submit proposals. The Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this notice. Not responding does not preclude participation in any future solicitation. Interested parties are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for updates.