OFO, HOUSTON FIELD OFFICE & SEAPORT-FIRING RANGE
ID: 20148536Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTIONBORDER ENFORCEMENT CONTRACTING DIVISIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20229, USA

NAICS

All Other Amusement and Recreation Industries (713990)

PSC

LEASE/RENTAL OF RECREATION FACILITIES (NON-BUILDING) (X1PA)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/17c7524283d34af9b88c3a329e5c88ef/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, through the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, is seeking qualified contractors to provide a firing range facility for training purposes at the Houston Field Office and Seaport. The facility is required to operate from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, with the possibility of four additional option years, and must meet all federal, state, and local safety and environmental standards while featuring multiple firing lanes and training spaces. This procurement underscores the importance of effective training for CBP personnel while adhering to rigorous safety regulations, ensuring that the facility is secure and accessible only to authorized personnel. Interested contractors should contact Tomika Brown at Tomika.Brown@cbp.dhs.gov or call 317-614-4687 for further details, as the contract will be awarded under a Total Small Business Set-Aside with a Firm Fixed Price structure.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tomika Brown
    (317) 614-4687
    Tomika.Brown@cbp.dhs.gov
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    Attachment 1-Clauses Provisions.pdf
    The document outlines a government Request for Proposal (RFP) for the supply of services related to a Firing Range at Seaport, specifically for Customs & Border Protection. It includes a detailed schedule of supplies/services, and delivery dates, along with essential contract clauses and solicitation provisions. Key aspects focus on ensuring compliance with various regulations and clauses incorporated by reference, including maintenance of the System for Award Management, restrictions on contracting with entities providing specific telecommunications and surveillance equipment, and adherence to safety data reporting requirements. The contract is a Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order, effective from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2030. It includes provisions for payment processes, security screening for contractors entering facilities, and obligations around hazardous materials. Overall, this RFP emphasizes regulatory compliance, funding management, and operational safety, reflecting the federal government’s rigorous procurement framework.
    Attachment 2-Quotation Pricing Sheet.xlsx
    The document is a Quotation Pricing Sheet for the CBP OFO Houston Firing Range contract, detailing the pricing structure for a federal government procurement initiative. It outlines the contract's Period of Performance, which spans from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2030, including a Base Year and four Option Years, each lasting 12 months. The sheet is intended for potential offerors, providing spaces to fill in the monthly prices for each period, leading to the total contract price. Additionally, it requires the offeror's name and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). The document's structure is straightforward, aimed at facilitating competitive bidding in line with federal RFP procedures, thus allowing the government to assess pricing proposals for this specific service contract. It underscores the importance of transparency and cost effectiveness in government contracting.
    Rev SOW-OFO Houston Seaport Firing Range.docx
    The Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Customs and Border Protection requires a firing range facility for training its officers in the Houston area, with operations scheduled from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, and with four option years. The facility must comply with all federal, state, and local safety and environmental standards. It should feature multiple firing lanes capable of handling various firearms qualifications, training space for defense tactics, and be equipped with necessary ventilation and safety measures to limit lead exposure. The contractor is responsible for maintaining operational standards, providing cleaning and custodial services, managing hazardous waste disposal, and ensuring the facility's security—accessible exclusively to CBP personnel during scheduled hours. Additionally, upon request from CBP, the contractor must provide safety documentation and regular maintenance reports. This initiative underlines the DHS's commitment to training its agents effectively while adhering to rigorous safety regulations.
    SOW-OFO Houston Seaport Firing Range.docx
    The Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is seeking proposals for a firing range facility in Houston to support officer training requirements from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, with four optional renewal years. The range must meet federal, state, and local standards and be operational weekdays from 6 AM to 4 PM, excluding holidays. Requirements include a firing range with 8-10 individual lanes, capability for M4 qualifications, classroom space for 12 students, and an adjoining "shoot house" for tactical training. Safety measures include handling hazardous materials, maintaining clean environments, and ensuring lead contamination control. Contractors must provide operational equipment, cleaning services, and a maintenance plan to uphold strict safety standards. Deliverables include a project management plan, safety licenses, and a contractor staff roster. The document underscores the need for compliance with environmental regulations and quality assurance to facilitate effective CBP firearms and tactical training.
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