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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

1. CONTRACT ID CODE

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

05/08/2019

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUISITION NUMBER 5. PROJECT NUMBER (If applicable)

15M100CODE

OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT

FSD-OOP, CG-3, 4th FL United States Marshals Service

WASHINGTON, DC 20530-0001

Greg Hermsen

(O) 912-267-2603 gregory.hermsen@usdoj.gov

6. ISSUED BY CODE7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

15M10419RA4100001

CODE FACILITY CODE

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (Number, street, country, state and ZIP Code) (X)

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

04/19/2019

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER

NUMBER

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

X XThe above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is extended, is not extended.

Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods: (a) By completing items 8 and 15, and returning __01__copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted; or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required)

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT

ORDER NUMBER IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return _______ copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

1. The solicitation listed in Block 9a is hereby amended to provide USMS responses to the questions received. As a result , the following has been revised:

a. Revised USMS Specification Sheet, Body Armor Kit Requirements. Interested parties shall remove the affected pages and replace with the attached.

b. Revised Pricing Schedule. Interested parties shall remove the affected pages and replace with the attached.

c. Extend the closing date of the solicitation. All proposals and proposed samples shall be submitted no later than May 31, 2019 at 12:00pm (EST).

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print) 16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR 15C. DATE SIGNED

By (Signature of Contracting Officer)

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 16C. DATE SIGNED

Previous edition unusable STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016) Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

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The below provides USMS responses for questions 11 through 23. Interested parties shall review Amendment No. 0002 for questions and responses 1-10.

Question # 11: On Page 12, paragraph 1.2 of Part II of the SOW, under Hard Armor Plates, it states:

Must provide independent test lab results using NIJ.06 testing protocol for the following special threats:

• 5.56 mm M855, 62gr., @ 2940 ft/s ± 10 ft/s

• 7.62mm X 39m Mild Steel Core (MSC) Full Metal Jacket (FMJ), 123gr., @ 2340 ft/s ± 10 ft/s

Would the Government define the number of samples to be tested and the number of shots per plate required?

USMS Response # 11: Per the Statement of Work, Part II, paragraph 3.2, please reference NIJ .06 testing protocol for the special threats.

Question # 12: On Page 13, paragraph 3.2 of Part II of the SOW, under Female Concealable Ballistic Panels, it states:

Shall be fully structured (pinned/darted) to specifically fit a female torso to include frontal cups.

Would the government accept fully structured female armor, manufactured with the Princess Cut technique, or is the darting/pinning method of construction mandatory?

USMS Response # 12: The “(pinned/darted)” requirement has been removed. As a result, USMS Specification Sheet, Body Armor Kit Requirements, 3.2 Female Concealable Ballistic Panels has been revised. See attached for revision.

Question # 13: On Page 13, paragraph 3.2 of Part II of the SOW, under Female Concealable Ballistic Panels, it references “Drug Enforcement Administration Ballistic Armor Testing Protocol Certified”

The DEA Ballistic Armor Testing Protocol does not address structured female armor systems, whereas the NIJ 0101.06 Standard has specific procedures for testing structured armor systems to ensure performance of the vest due to the manufacturing techniques such as darting, to structure the cup/bust area. Would the government accept the DEA Ballistic Armor Testing Protocol test reports from the corresponding product lines Male Model to meet the requirement?

USMS Response # 13: Yes, the corresponding male (neutral) model DEA testing will be accepted for the female (structured) model.

Question # 14: CLIN item 0005. Does the Government mean 950 plates or 950 sets (i.e. front and back plate)? Can you please clarify?

USMS Response # 14: We are requesting SETS (i.e. front and back). Pricing schedule has been revised to incorporate the correct unit of issue. See attached for revised pricing schedule.

Question # 15: The 8x10 and 10x12 sized plates are different prices. Can the government provide clarity on the numbers of each that will be required so vendors can provide best pricing?

USMS Response # 15: Historically, the agency is running at a 1:4 ratio (8x10 to 10x12). The pricing schedule has been revised to separate the estimated quantities. See attached for revised pricing schedule.

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Question # 16: Patches – I see the secondary colors of the patches was changed to white for the lettering.

Is the secondary white color the same for the badge patch as well? Or, is there an alternative color that would be requested for that.

USMS Response # 16: USMS Specification Sheet, Body Armor Kit Requirements, 1.4. Patches has been revised to incorporate secondary (lettering) color. See attached for revision.

Proposed patch samples may be submitted in draft form however graphics are required to be presented and approved after award but prior to manufacture and delivery.

Question # 17: Plate Carrier Velcro Loop – I see that the 4”x6” Velcro loop is acceptable on Small and Medium plate carriers only. While this would be a possibility for a company to have two different front loop setups based on the sizing of the vest, most companies would opt for the same setup regardless of the size of the vest. Knowing this, allowing only the 4”x6” loop on the smaller carrier wouldn’t really matter as companies would want to be as efficient as possible and opt for the size loop that would accommodate all sizes. However, if a company were to want to offer the two sizes of Velcro loop depending on the plate carrier size is it going to be modified as the other specifications were changed in the actual specification sheet? Or is the response to the original question good enough?

USMS Response # 17: In response to this question, USMS Specification Sheet, USMS Body Armor Kit Requirements, 1.0 Load-bearing vest (tactical carrier), 1.3 Plate carrier, and 3.3 Concealable armor carriers have been revised. See attached for revision.

Question # 18: Please clarify whether offerors should providing pricing for the 10x12 or the 8x10 plate for CLINs 0005, 1005, 2005, 3005, 4005. Pricing for these plates are different because of their different size. As currently written, pricing could be for either the 10x12 or 8x10 plate.

USMS Response # 18: Historically, the agency is running at a 1:4 ratio (8x10 to 10x12). The pricing schedule has been revised to separate the estimated quantities. See attached for revised pricing schedule.

Question # 19: Can you elaborate on the preferred test method/armor sample condition to determine aerial density and thickness of the 12”x12” panel, in particular:

· With stitching or without

· Is the heat seal included in weight?

· What is the tolerance for the 12”x12” sample?

· Are ASTM weights acceptable?

USMS Response # 19: USMS Specification Sheet, Body Armor Kit Requirements, 3.1 and 3.2.

Concealable Ballistic Panels (Male and Female) has been revised. See attached for revision.

Question # 20: Does the level III+ plate have to be NIJ .06 Compliant or Certified (listed on the CPL)?

USMS Response # 20: USMS Specification Sheet, Body Armor Kit Requirements, 1.2. Plates has been revised. See attached for revision.

Question # 21: Is there a specified number of rounds per plate required for the special threats testing?

USMS Response # 21: Please refer to USMS Response # 11.

Question # 22: Regarding the additional armor components listed as neck, shoulder, and groin. Does this include Bicep (upper arm), collar and throat, and trapezius armor for the shoulder? Are samples of these items required to be submitted with the CLIN 0001 Load-Bearing Vest sample?

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• The vest system must be a modular system allowing for the attachment of pouches or other elements to the vest. To include additional armor components such as, but not limited to neck, shoulder and groin protection.

USMS Response # 22: Additional armor component (ie, neck, shoulder and groin protection) samples are not required with your proposed sample for CLIN 0001.

Question # 23: Can multiple product options be submitted for each CLIN?

USMS Response # 23: In accordance with FAR 52.212-1(e), Instructions to Offerors – Commercial Items (Jan 2017), offerors are encouraged to submit multiple offers presenting alternative terms and conditions, including alternative line items (provided that the alternative line items are consistent with subpart 4.10 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation), or alternative commercial items for satisfying the requirements of this solicitation. Each offer submitted will be evaluated separately.

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PART II - SPECIFICATIONS:

SPECIFICATION SHEET

BODY ARMOR KIT REQUIREMENTS

1.0 Load-Bearing Vest (Tactical Carrier)

• Minimum 500 Denier fabric

• Ranger Green in color

• Non-Velcro closure system o No zipper closure o Hard point closure attachments for each shoulder

• Cummerbund compatible

• Interior bottom loading plate pockets o Must present no obvious sag o Must be secured from shifting during operational movement

• The vest platform must have a front side, opposite back side, and arrangement of laser-cut and fused slits through the platform arranged in vertically aligned rows, configured for attaching pouches or other elements to the platform o Slits must be capable of bearing 175lbs of direct weight/force without tearing and verifiable by ‘Instron Testing Device’ o MOLLE backward compatible (for accessories)

• The vest system must be a modular system allowing for the attachment of pouches or other elements to the vest. To include additional armor components such as neck, shoulder and groin protection.

• The pouch attachment system must utilize hook and loop tabs for adhering pouches or pockets to the backside of the platform material.

• The pouches must NOT utilize any type of metal or snap for attachment to the vest system.

• Carrier compatible for BALCS (Ballistic Armor Load Carriage system) cut panels

• The vest system must have a quick access panel on the rear of the carrier for access to the cummerbund adjustments

• The carrier must come with a covering for one of the shoulder connections to help with shouldering a rifle

• The vest system must have consistent stitching throughout and clean edges.

• Carrier must be designed to minimize ballistic “windows” (i.e. voids) during motions required during the completion of USMS mission specific tasking

• Top front of carrier integrated with a minimum 4”x6” Velcro (pile/loop) for placard.

• Upper back carrier integrated with a minimum 4”x6” Velcro (pile/loop) for placard.

• Subcomponent parts individually replaceable in the field

• Drag strap must be fully integrated in the rear panel of the carrier running a minimum of 6 inches down.

o Drag strap should also contain a small 1”x4” IR strip

• Vented/Moisture wicking interior lining.

1.1 BALCS/SPEAR Cut Armor Panels

NIJ Standard-0101.06 Certified IIIA o DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) Ballistic Armor Testing Protocol approved

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Weight less than .98 lbs/ft2 (to be tested using a 12”x12” section of the ballistic material build)

Thinness less than .26 inches

Must properly fit the carrier with no buckling of panels

1.2 Plates

Ballistic Plates Certified Compliant to NIJ Level III (+ special threats) o Must provide independent test lab results using NIJ.06 testing protocol for the following special threats:

5.56 mm M855, 62gr., @ 2940 ft/s ± 10 ft/s

7.62mm X 39m Mild Steel Core (MSC) Full Metal Jacket (FMJ), 123gr., @

2340 ft/s ± 10 ft/s

Shooter (Operator) cut o 10”x 12” max weight 4.9 lbs o 8”x 10” max weight 3.5 lbs

Both plates must be the same model and manufacturer

Must be multi curve front and rear plate

Up to 10 year warranty on ballistics performance and make

1.3 Plate Carrier

Carrier sized for operator cut 10”x 12”; 8”x 10” plates

Minimum 500 Denier fabric

Ranger Green in color to match Tactical Vest

Plate carrier must have a front side, opposite back side, and arrangement of laser-cut and fused slits through the platform arranged in vertically aligned rows, configured for attaching pouches or other elements to the platform o Slits must be capable of bearing 175lbs of direct weight/force without tearing and verifiable by ‘Instron Testing Device’.

The vest system must be a modular system allowing for the attachment of pouches or other elements to the vest. To include additional armor components such as neck, shoulder and groin protection.

Drag strap should contain a small 1”x 4” IR strip

The vest system must have consistent stitching throughout and clean edges.

The pouch attachment system must utilize hook and loop tabs for adhering pouches or pockets to the backside of the platform material.

The pouches must NOT utilize any type of metal or snap for attachment to the vest system.

Minimum 4”x6” Velcro (pile/loop) for upper chest of carrier for placard

Minimum 4”x6” Velcro (pile/loop) for upper back of carrier for placard

Cummerbund compatible o The vest system must have a quick access panel on the rear of the carrier for access to the cummerbund adjustments

Fully adjustable

Subcomponent parts individually replaceable in the field

Must have hard point closure attachments for each shoulder and side (4 total).

1.4 Patches

One 3” Velcro ‘Circular’ shaped patch of the USMS Star

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One 3”x 8” Rectangular with ‘U.S. MARSHAL’ verbiage

One 3”x 8” Rectangular with ‘POLICE U.S. MARSHAL’ verbiage

All patches will be Ranger Green to match the carrier and must be constructed of durable material

(ie, PVC, Cordura). The secondary (lettering) color shall be white in color for all patches.

Patches shall not have IR or photo-luminescent capabilities.

Graphics must be presented and approved prior to manufacture and delivery.

1.5 Pouches/Accessories

Two each Rifle/Handgun Combo Mag Pouch o M-4 Mag compatible and Glock 17/19/21/22/23 Mag compatible pouch

One each single handcuff pouch

One each Radio Pouch o Fits the Motorola APX7000 radio and allows full access to all top mounted keys, switches, dials, etc.)

The pouches must NOT utilize any type of metal or snap for attachment to the vest system.

The pouch attachment system must utilize hook and loop tabs for adhering pouches or pockets to the backside of the vest material.

The pouches must also have internal retention abilities and no retention straps, covers, and cords to hold the magazines in place.

2.0 SOFT BODY ARMOR ‘Concealable Vest’ REQUIREMENTS

2.1 Soft Body Armor Kit

Male or Female Front and Rear Concealable Ballistic Panels

Two Concealable Armor Carriers o One White in color o One Ranger Green in color

One Hard Trauma/Ballistic Insert (Non-metallic / Semi-flexible)

.5 inch Non-Velcro tab extension on securing waist straps for easy release on front of carrier

3.0 MANDATORY TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SOFT BODY ARMOR

3.1 Male Concealable Ballistic Panels

NIJ Standard-0101.06 certified IIIA o Drug Enforcement Administration ballistic Armor Testing Protocol certified

Weight less than .98 lbs/ft2 (to be tested using a 12”x12” section of the ballistic material)

Thinness less than .26 inches

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3.2 Female Concealable Ballistic Panels

Shall be fully structured (pinned/darted) to specifically fit a female torso to include frontal cups

NIJ Standard-0101.06 certified IIIA o Drug Enforcement Administration ballistic Armor Testing Protocol certified

Shall be from the same product line/model and material as the Male Concealable Ballistic

Panels

Weight less than .98 lbs/ft2 (to be tested using a 12”x12” section of the ballistic material)

Thinness less than .26 inches

3.3 Concealable Armor Carriers

Trauma/Ballistic plate pocket-front

Securing waistband

Two Concealable Armor Carriers; one white in color and one Ranger Green in color o Ranger Green Carrier to have minimum 4”x 6” Velcro (pile/loop) for placard on front and back at the top:

Non-Velcro tabs (0.5 in) on straps for easy release on front of carrier

Seamless shoulder straps

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Contract

Period CLIN Description QTY U/I

Commercial

Unit Price

USMS

Discount %

Proposed

Unit Price Extended Price

0001 Load-Bearing (Tactical Carrier) without Ballistic Panels 950 EA $ $ $

0002 Ballistic Panels, Inserts (BALCS/SPEAR Cut Armor Panels) 950 EA $ $ $

0003 Concealable Vest (White) w/ Level IIIA Ballistics 950 EA $ $ $

0004 Secondary Concealable Carrier (Ranger Green) without ballistics 950 EA $ $ $

0005 Level III (+ special threats) Ballistic Plates

0005A 8x10 ballistic plates (front & back) 238 SET $ $ $

0005B 10x12 ballistic plates (front & back) 712 SET $ $ $

0006 Plate Carrier 950 EA $ $ $

0007 Three (3) USMS Patches:

- One 3" Velcro 'Circular' shaped patch of the USMS Start

- One 3"x8" Rectangular with 'U.S. MARSHAL' verbiage

- One 3"x8" Rectangular with 'POLICE U.S. Marhsal" verbiage

950 SET $ $ $

0008 Pouches / Accessories:

- Two each Rifle/Handgun Combo Mag Pouch

- One each single handcuff pouch

- One each Radio Pouch

950 SET $ $ $

1001 Load-Bearing (Tactical Carrier) without Ballistic Panels 950 EA $ $ $

1002 Ballistic Panels, Inserts (BALCS/SPEAR Cut Armor Panels) 950 EA $ $ $

1003 Concealable Vest (White) w/ Level IIIA Ballistics 950 EA $ $ $

1004 Secondary Concealable Carrier (Ranger Green) without ballistics 950 EA $ $ $

1005 Level III (+ special threats) Ballistic Plates

1005A 8x10 ballistic plates (front & back) 238 SET $ $ $

1005B 10x12 ballistic plates (front & back) 712 SET $ $ $

1006 Plate Carrier 950 EA $ $ $

1007 Three (3) USMS Patches

- One 3" Velcro 'Circular' shaped patch of the USMS Start

- One 3"x8" Rectangular with 'U.S. MARSHAL' verbiage

- One 3"x8" Rectangular with 'POLICE U.S. Marhsal" verbiage

950 SET $ $ $

1008 Pouches / Accessories

- Two each Rifle/Handgun Combo Mag Pouch

- One each single handcuff pouch

- One each Radio Pouch

950 SET $ $ $

2001 Load-Bearing (Tactical Carrier) without Ballistic Panels 950 EA $ $ $

2002 Ballistic Panels, Inserts (BALCS/SPEAR Cut Armor Panels) 950 EA $ $ $

2003 Concealable Vest (White) w/ Level IIIA Ballistics 950 EA $ $ $

2004 Secondary Concealable Carrier (Ranger Green) without ballistics 950 EA $ $ $

2005 Level III (+ special threats) Ballistic Plates

2005A 8x10 ballistic plates (front & back) 238 SET $ $ $

2005B 10x12 ballistic plates (front & back) 712 SET $ $ $

2006 Plate Carrier 950 EA $ $ $

2007 Three (3) USMS Patches

- One 3" Velcro 'Circular' shaped patch of the USMS Start

- One 3"x8" Rectangular with 'U.S. MARSHAL' verbiage

- One 3"x8" Rectangular with 'POLICE U.S. Marhsal" verbiage

950 SET $ $ $

2008 Pouches / Accessories

- Two each Rifle/Handgun Combo Mag Pouch

- One each single handcuff pouch

- One each Radio Pouch

950 SET $ $ $

3001 Load-Bearing (Tactical Carrier) without Ballistic Panels 950 EA $ $ $

3002 Ballistic Panels, Inserts (BALCS/SPEAR Cut Armor Panels) 950 EA $ $ $

3003 Concealable Vest (White) w/ Level IIIA Ballistics 950 EA $ $ $

3004 Secondary Concealable Carrier (Ranger Green) without ballistics 950 EA $ $ $

3005 Level III (+ special threats) Ballistic Plates

3005A 8x10 ballistic plates (front & back) 238 SET $ $ $

3005B 10x12 ballistic plates (front & back) 712 SET $ $ $

3006 Plate Carrier 950 EA $ $ $

3007 Three (3) USMS Patches

- One 3" Velcro 'Circular' shaped patch of the USMS Start

- One 3"x8" Rectangular with 'U.S. MARSHAL' verbiage

- One 3"x8" Rectangular with 'POLICE U.S. Marhsal" verbiage

950 SET $ $ $

3008 Pouches / Accessories

- Two each Rifle/Handgun Combo Mag Pouch

- One each single handcuff pouch

- One each Radio Pouch

950 SET $ $ $

4001 Load-Bearing (Tactical Carrier) without Ballistic Panels 950 EA $ $ $

4002 Ballistic Panels, Inserts (BALCS/SPEAR Cut Armor Panels) 950 EA $ $ $

4003 Concealable Vest (White) w/ Level IIIA Ballistics 950 EA $ $ $

4004 Secondary Concealable Carrier (Ranger Green) without ballistics 950 EA $ $ $

4005 Level III (+ special threats) Ballistic Plates

4005A 8x10 ballistic plates (front & back) 238 SET $ $ $

4005B 10x12 ballistic plates (front & back) 712 SET $ $ $

4006 Plate Carrier 950 EA $ $ $

4007 Three (3) USMS Patches

- One 3" Velcro 'Circular' shaped patch of the USMS Start

- One 3"x8" Rectangular with 'U.S. MARSHAL' verbiage

- One 3"x8" Rectangular with 'POLICE U.S. Marhsal" verbiage

950 SET $ $ $

4008 Pouches / Accessories

- Two each Rifle/Handgun Combo Mag Pouch

- One each single handcuff pouch

- One each Radio Pouch

950 SET $ $ $

Total Price for Base Period Contract Line Item Numbers (CLIN) 0001 through 0008

Total Price for Option Period CLINs 1001 through 4008

Total Overall Price for CLINs 0001 through 4008

Base

Option Period 1

Option Period 2

Option Period 3

Option Period 4

Minimum Guranatee

The minimum guarantee for this requirement is the awarded price of one (1) total solution/body armor kit (CLINs 0001 through 0008)

Total Overall Price