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The Army Contracting Command - New Jersey (ACC-NJ) on behalf of the Program Manager for Soldier Lethality (PM-SL) and the Combat Capabilities Development Command – Armaments Center (DEVCOM AC) is seeking potential sources to supply various GLOCK firearms, magazines, associated spare parts, holsters and tools. Systems of interest include GLOCK Model 17 (G17), GLOCK Model 19 (G19), GLOCK Model 19X (G19X), GLOCK Model 26 (G26), and GLOCK Model 43X (G43X). Systems of interest include Gen3, Gen4, and Gen5 generations for the G17, G19, G26 models as well as MOS and threaded barrel versions where indicated. Optional configurations include night sights or standard sights, metric or standard threads (for threaded barrel variants), extended slide stop lever, extended magazine catch, and optional Maritime Spring Cups. Spare parts include replacement factory GLOCK magazines, Concurrent Spare Parts (CSP) kits for above listed models, as well as à la carte Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) spare parts, inclusive of all parts with the exception of slides and frames. Holsters include OEM sport/combat for the listed models (less G43X) and duty holsters for G17 only. Tools include OEM disassembly tool, front and rear sight tools, and cleaning tools (bore brush and rod). The training includes an Armorer, Operator, and MOS course.

The G17, G19, G19X, G26, and G43X are lightweight magazine fed pistols without compensated or ported barrels as produced by GLOCK. They are equipped with the “Safe Action” System, a fully automatic safety system consisting of three passive, independently operating, mechanical safeties, which sequentially disengage when the trigger is pulled and automatically reengage when the trigger is released. Barrels are equipped with polygonal rifling.

The following specifications for each GLOCK System are detailed below:

G17 Technical Data

Caliber: 9x19mm

Magazine capacity – 17 Rounds standard.

Barrel length: approx. 114mm (4.49 inches)

Weight: approx. 625-630 g (1.4 pounds)

G19 Technical Data

Caliber: 9x19mm

Magazine capacity – 15 Rounds standard.

Barrel length: approx. 102mm (4.02 inches)

Weight: approx. 600-610 g (1.3 pounds)

G19X Technical Data

Caliber: 9x19mm

Magazine Capacity – 17 Rounds Standard, 19 Rounds extended.

Barrel length: approx. 102mm (4.02 inches)

Weight: approx. 625g (22.05 oz)

G26 Technical Data

Caliber: 9x19mm

Magazine capacity – 10 Rounds standard.

Barrel length: approx. 87mm (3.43 inches)

Weight: approx. 550-559 g (1.2 pounds)

G43X Technical Data

Caliber: 9x19mm

Magazine capacity – 10 Rounds standard.

Barrel length: approx. 87mm (3.41in)

Weight: approx. 465g (16.40oz)

Generation-Specific Characteristics

Generation 3

*Finger groove and rail frame (except G26 which lacks the rail)

*Non-ambidextrous magazine catch

*Single recoil spring guide rod (except G26 which uses dual recoil spring)

*Nominal 28N (6.3lb) trigger pull (standard)

Generation 4

*Rough textured frame

*Enlarged, reversible magazine catch

*Dual recoil spring assembly

*Modular Back Strap System

*Nominal 28N (6.3lb) trigger pull (standard)

Generation 5

*Flared magazine well

*Glock Marksman Barrel (GMB)

*Ambidextrous Slide Stop

*No finger grooves

*nDLC finish

*Reinforced slide rails

*Front slide serrations

*Interchangeable back straps

*Nominal 26N (5.8lb) trigger pull (standard)

MOS

The Modular Optic System (MOS) allows for the user to change screw-in baseplates for the addition of slide-mounted optical systems. For the purposes of this sources sought the Government is specifically seeking information on the availability of MOS variants of G19 models in Gen3, Gen4, and Gen5.

Threaded Barrels

A threaded barrel allows for the use of muzzle devices or sound suppressing devices and is available with either standard (½-28”) or metric (M13.5x1L) threads. For the purposes of this sources sought the Government is specifically seeking information on the availability of MOS variants of G19 models in Gen4 and Gen5 configured with threaded barrels.

Night Sights

Night sights aid in low-light shooting via self-luminous illuminated iron sight aim points.

Extended Slide Stop Lever and Extended Magazine Catch

Provide enlarged surface for user to activate.

Maritime Spring Cups

Maritime spring cups have additional channels on their external bearing surface but are otherwise interchangeable with standard firing pin spring cups.

GLOCK MOS (Modular Optic System) Course is defined as a two-day, 16-hour training course that provides instruction on the operation of GLOCK pistols using the MOS system with an optic installed. The course outline is as follows:

• Introduction

• Required Equipment

• Safety Brief

• Range Procedures and Commands

• Nomenclature of the Pistol

• Ballistics

• Dry Practice

• Presentation of the Pistol

• Fundamentals of Marksmanship

• Red Dot Selection and Considerations

• Manipulation of the GLOCK Pistol

• Ready Positions

• Malfunctions

• Target Engagements

• Shooting on the Move

GLOCK Operator Course is defined as a two-day, 16-hour training course that provides instruction on the operation of GLOCK pistols. The course outline is as follows:

• Introduction

• Required Equipment

• Safety Brief

• Range Procedures and Commands

• Nomenclature of the Pistol

• Ballistics

• Dry Practice

• Presentation of the Pistol

• Fundamentals of Marksmanship

• Manipulation of the GLOCK Pistol

• Ready Positions

• Malfunctions

• Target Engagements

• Shooting on the Move

GLOCK Combined Armorer Course Training is defined as a two-day, 16-hour training course that combines the curriculum of GLOCK’s Armorer Course with the curriculum of GLOCK’s Advanced Armorer Course. The course outline is as follows:

From the Armorer Course

• Introduction

• Safety Check

• Safety Function

• Field Stripping

• Slide Disassembly and Reassembly

• Frame Disassembly and Reassembly

• Slide Options

• Frame Options

• Magazines

• Field Inspection Test

• Rifling

• Preventative Maintenance

• Lubrication

• GLOCK Sights

• Service Procedures

• Armorer Practical Examination

• Armorer Written Examination

From the Advanced Armorer Course

• Detailed Disassembly and Reassembly

• Generation, Model, and Part upgrades and changes

• Troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair

• Advanced Armorer Practical Examination

• Advanced Armorer Written Examination

In responding to this Sources Sought Notice, respondents should provide the following information:

1. A detailed description of your capability to deliver firearms, magazines, associated spare parts, holsters and tools including optional configurations and CSP kits for all above listed GLOCK Systems. Details should include technical descriptions of the firearms and included accessories (e.g., quantity and capacity of magazines included with each system) and lists of spare parts offered à la carte as well as those included in CSP kits.

2. A detailed description of your ability to comply with Item Unique Identification (IUID) machine-readable information (MRI) requirements as described in MIL-STD-130, Identification Marking of U.S. Military Property and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clause 252.211-7003. Provide any available data related to testing performed to ensure compliance with MIL-STD-130 specifically as it relates to permanency and legibility. Direct identification marking of the serialized receiver (e.g., by laser) capable of withstanding the intended life cycle should be addressed. If another method is described, that description should include an explanation of the method’s relative merits and why it is the equivalent or superior.

3. Describe the time required to prepare an order of up to 5,000 units for DCMA acceptance and transportation of all the above GLOCK Systems.

4. A detailed description of your capability to provide training classes as described above for class sizes up to 12 students (MOS and Operator) and up to 20 students (Armorer).

Interested companies capable of meeting the requirements described above are invited to indicate their interest by providing the Government a brief summary of its company’s capabilities, including a description of its ability to meet the above-mentioned IUID MRI requirement and delivery requirements.

All interested sources shall also provide the organization name, address, point of contact, phone number, e-mail address, taxpayer identification number, DUNS number, and CAGE Code.

Company size (please identify as either Large, Foreign, Small, Small Disadvantaged, 8(a), Woman-Owned Small Business, Historically Underutilized Business Zone concern, Veteran-Owned Small Business, or Service-Disabled Small Business).

All responding sources must email their response submissions no later than 4:00 PM EST on 29 February 2024 to Jon Glassic, Contract Specialist, jon.m.glassic.civ@army.mil AND Laura Burgos-Magidson, Contracting Officer, laura.e.burgos-magidson.civ@army.mil.

THIS SOURCES SOUGHT IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) TO BE SUBMITTED. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION AND SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT. RESPONSES IN ANY FORM ARE NOT OFFERS AND THE GOVERNMENT IS UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A RESULT OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. NO FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO PAY FOR PREPARATION OF RESPONSES TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. ANY INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY RESPONDENTS TO THIS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY. ALL INFORMATION IS TO BE SUBMITTED AT NO COST OR OBLIGATION TO THE GOVERNMENT. THE GOVERNMNET IS NOT OBLIGATED TO NOTIFY RESPONDENTS OF THE RESULTS OF THIS NOTICE. NO RESPONSES WILL BE PROVIDED TO QUESTIONS REGARDING A SOLICITATION.

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