Notice of Intent to Sole Source: USBP Tucson Indoor Firing Range
ID: 20149669Type: Special Notice
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)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/501ea1fa4a0843a9a9d7b0729da8d32f/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is seeking contractors to provide access to an indoor firearms range for the U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) Tucson Sector. The facility must be located within five miles of the Tucson Border Patrol Station and meet specific training requirements, including a minimum of ten firing lanes and the ability to accommodate various shooting positions and weapon types, all while complying with Arizona state shooting range regulations. This procurement is crucial for ensuring the operational readiness and safety of law enforcement personnel during firearms training. Interested contractors should contact Benjamin Dorgan at benjamin.j.dorgan@cbp.dhs.gov for further details, as the contract is structured as a firm-fixed-price agreement for one base year with four optional renewal years.

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    Benjamin Dorgan
    benjamin.j.dorgan@cbp.dhs.gov
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    1.14.1_Sole Source Determination_Redacted for SAM NOI_20149669.pdf
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    The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is soliciting contractors to provide access to an indoor firearms range for the U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) Tucson Sector, adhering to their training requirements. The selected facility must be within five miles from the Tucson Border Patrol Station and accommodate specific training standards, including a minimum of ten firing lanes and capabilities for various shooting positions and weapon types. Compliance with Arizona state shooting range regulations is mandatory. The range will be reserved solely for official CBP use during designated hours, specifically Tuesdays and Fridays, with the exclusion of federal holidays. The contractor must provide a schedule of range availability in advance. The contract, structured as a firm-fixed-price agreement, spans one base year plus four optional renewal years. The government will supply firearms and ammunition required for training, while the contractor will not be liable for any related losses unless due to misconduct. This process reflects the government's ongoing effort to ensure operational readiness and safety in law enforcement firearm practices.
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