ContractSources SoughtTotal Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

Foreign Weapons, Body Armor and Ammo

DEPT OF DEFENSE• FWAMR
Response Deadline
Jan 16, 2026
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Notice Type
Sources Sought

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) is seeking qualified small businesses to provide various commercial weapons, including U.S. and foreign weapons, body armor, accessories, and ammunition for multiple Contingency Operations (CONOPS). The procurement requires potential offerors to possess a current Directorate Defense Trade Control Brokering License and a Federal Firearms License Type 11, along with demonstrated performance in supporting the specified requirements over the past three years. This initiative is crucial for enhancing operational capabilities and ensuring the safety and effectiveness of special operations forces. Interested parties should direct inquiries and submissions to Marvin Marcia at marvin.marcia@socom.mil or John G. Manzano at john.g.manzano.ctr@socom.mil, as this notice serves as a Sources Sought for market research and acquisition planning, with no proposals being requested at this time.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
332994
Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing
PSC Code
1005
GUNS, THROUGH 30MM

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
Foreign Weapons and Ammo SOW.pdf
PDF•301 KB•Dec 15, 2025
AI Summary
The Statement of Work outlines requirements for the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) to acquire U.S. and foreign weapons, weapon accessories, and non-standard ammunition. The contract includes program management, logistics, item descriptions, deliveries, testing, and packaging. The prime contractor must hold a Directorate Defense Trade Controls Brokering license and a Federal Firearms License Type 11. The document specifies various weapons, ammunition types, ballistic plates, and helmets, along with detailed testing, storage, and inspection protocols. Requirements for packaging, delivery, and contract deliverables, including specific documentation like DD250 and Item Information and Certification Statement, are also defined. The government reserves the right to add items and conduct extensive testing to ensure safety and functionality.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedDec 15, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineJan 16, 2026
expiryArchive DateJan 31, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
US SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND (USSOCOM)
Office
HQ USSOCOM

Point of Contact

Name
Marvin Marcia

Place of Performance

Tampa, Florida, UNITED STATES

Official Sources

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