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INTRODUCTION

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is conducting market research to determine interest, capability, and socio-economic category of potential sources for Firing Range Services to support the Detroit Metropolitan Airport Field Office within the Office of Law Enforcement at TSA.

This is NOT a solicitation for proposals, proposal abstracts, or quotations. The purpose of this notice is to obtain information regarding: (1) the availability and capability of qualified sources; (2) whether they are small businesses; HUBZone; service-disabled veteran-owned, woman-owned, 8(a), etc.; and (3) their size classification relative to the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for the proposed acquisition. Your responses to the information requested will assist the Government in determining the appropriate acquisition method, including whether a set-aside is possible. Note: If you are submitting a capabilities statement and your firm does not own/operate the proposed range facilities, your capabilities statement must address how your firm will meet performance requirements/Limitations on Subcontracting. See Federal Acquisition Clauses 52.219-3, 52.219-14, 52.219-27, or 52.219-29 for information concerning performance requirements/limitations.

BACKGROUND

The use of commercial or Governmental firing ranges are required to allow agency personnel to train and qualify on various weapons used in the performance of their duties.

SCOPE

The requirements for an acceptable range are included in the DRAFT REQUIREMENTS section below. The intent of the acquisition is for the rental/usage of existing ranges meeting all specifications outlined in the DRAFT REQUIREMENTS.

RESPONSE INFORMATION

In order for the TSA to improve its understanding of market capabilities and identify qualified vendors that are capable of providing the required services, a Contractor's Capabilities Statement is requested. This statement must identify your company's capabilities to meet the requirements identified in the attached DRAFT Statement of Work (SOW), Full Company Name, DUNS Number, Tax Id Number, Company Point of Contact, mailing address and phone number, Current Business Size (i.e., small business, 8(a), woman owned, veteran owned, etc.), and what experience you have providing similar and/or same services.

The capabilities statement shall not exceed four (4) pages in length and shall be in either PDF or MS Word Format.

Telephone responses will not be accepted. Future information about this acquisition, including issuance of a solicitation and/or applicable amendments, will be issued through Contract Opportunities (www.SAM.gov). Interested parties are responsible for ensuring they have the most up-to-date information regarding this acquisition.

This Sources Sought Notice is issued solely for informational and planning purposes only and is not a solicitation. A Government requirement for this service is being developed, and a contract may or may not result. This notice does not constitute a commitment by the Government. All information submitted in response to this announcement is voluntary, and the Government will not pay for information requested nor will it compensate any respondent for any cost incurred in developing information provided to the Government.

DRAFT REQUIREMENTS

The proposed range must meet the following standards to qualify for consideration:

• The range shall be within a 10-mile radius of the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
  
  
  
  • The location shall be accessible via primary travel on a major thoroughfare with travel time no greater than one-half hour.
  
  
  
  


• DHS will have priority of use / scheduling so long as a 90-day advance notice is provided.


• Training by DHS personnel cannot be audio or visually recorded or photographed without prior written consent of DHS.


• Approximately 50,000 rounds are anticipated to be fired each quarter.


• Due to seasonal climate, an indoor range may be used when the weather prevents the use of an outdoor range:
  
  
  
  • Indoor firing positions will be covered and have centralized heating and air-condition.
  
  
  • Indoor range must have a structure that provided protection for up to 15 persons during each training session.
  
  
  
  


• The range must have electrical outlets at the structure site.


• The designated range area must be closed to the public and public observation during the corresponding hours of DHS use.


• All ranges must possess a minimum of 12 firing positions with distinct shooting positions for the 1.5, 3, 7,15 and 25-yard lines.


• Firing line(s) will be clearly marked and continue for the full length of the firing position.


• All ranges must possess target carriers to hold targets or remote controlled turning targtes compatible with various target sizes.


• All ranges must accommodate the use of portable steel targets.


• All ranges must be able to accommodate all handgun calibers including no lead frangible ammunition for steel targets.


• All ranges must accommodate all types of shotgun and rifle ammunition.


• Range shall accommodate the full Surface Danger Zone (SDZ), Vertical Danger Zone (VDZ), and ricochet danger for all types of ammunition being used.


• Weapons cleaning area will be covered or enclosed. If enclosed, the temperature must be maintained between 67 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit while occupied in accordance with ASHREA Standard 55-2013.


• Weapons cleaning area shall be large enough to accommodate cleaning tables/benches and cleaning materials.


• If a firing booth is not being used, the width of firing positions shall be at least five feet.


• Discharge of storm water runoff and drainage shall meet all local, state, and federal laws and/or regulations.


• Range rules must not disallow students from:
  
  
  
  • Drawing and firing from the holster.
  
  
  • Turning and then drawing and firing from the holster.
  
  
  • Multiple shot and rapid-fire drills.
  
  
  • Shooting while moving forward of the firing points when instructed and monitored by a qualified firearms instructor, (i.e., tactical movements and other tactical shooting style drills).
  
  
  • Shooting from the standing, kneeling, and prone positions.
  
  
  • Moving between firing points or positional transition shooting (i.e. standing to kneeling transitions).
  
  
  • Shooting from behind barricades.
  
  
  
  


• Range shall provide:
  
  
  
  • Parking for up to 15 vehicles.
  
  
  • Moveable / removable barricades for use at the 15 and 25 yard lines.
  
  
  • Any barricades, barricade holders or covering supports on the range shall be constructed of a material that does not deflect / ricochet rounds that inadvertently strike it. (Example: wood)
  
  
  • Sweeping equipment and collection containers, or equivalent, for all expended casings.
  
  
  • Classroom / conference room facility suitable for up to 15 persons, with a marker board or equivalent.
  
  
  • The designated area must be closed to the public during the corresponding hours of DHS use.
  
  
  • The range must have male / female washroom / restroom facilities with running water in proximity.
  
  
  • Signal for cellular phone service must be adequate or if signal cannot be obtained a landline must be installed for emergency calling.
  
  
  • Disposal of all contaminants associated with live fire, including bullet trap / ventilation filter ect, will comply with local, state and federal regulations and is the responsibility of the contracted range.
  
  
  • Electrical outlets and wiring will meet applicable federal, state, and local codes.
  
  
  • Emergency egress plans and fire protection will be in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and will not require travel downrange from the primary firing line.
  
  
  • Warning signs will be in accordance with OSHA standard section 1910.145.
  
  
  • Roads and parking will be accessible by passenger vehicle, light or medium trucks, and vans.
  
  
  • For low light / night live fire on all days scheduled.
  
  
  • A public address system.
  
  
  • A securable storage area solely for DHS use. Storage area will be used for administrative supplies, training aids, tools, and miscellaneous items.
  
  
  
  

Provide exclusive use (CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC) of a firing range for FAMS personnel for up to 96 days.

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