70LART26QPFB00024 Law Enforcement Vehicle Upfit and Integration Services.pdf

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70LART26QPFB00024

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRNG CTR

1300 W RICHEY AVE

ATTN:

ARTESIA NM 88210

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING CENTERS

1300 W RICHEY AVE

ARTESIA NM 88210

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING CENTERS

1300 W RICHEY AVE

ARTESIA NM 88210

09/04/2026 1400 MD

26ART2517A

Michael Winstead

(912) 267-3886

70LART

70LART

Michael Winstead

336320

08/27/2026

FLETC AR

Delivery: 45 Days After Award

0001 25 EALaw Enforcement Vehicle Upfit and Integration

Services

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Law Enforcement Vehicle Upfit and Integration Services Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services prepared in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12 under the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) and has incorporated provisions and clauses that are in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2026-01 dated 03/13/2026. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation, quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation number 70LART26QPFB00024 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) to provide Law Enforcement Vehicle Upfit and Integration Services for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC), Driver and Firearms Training Division (DFTD), Driver Training Branch (DTB) located in Artesia, NM.

This commercial services acquisition is being solicited using full and open competition. It is anticipated that a single Firm-Fixed-Price award will be made as a result of this solicitation.

The North American Industry Classification System Code (NAICS) is 336320 – Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing and the Product/Service Code is N025 – Installation of Equipment: Vehicular Equipment Components.

All questions regarding this solicitation must be received must be received electronically via email to the Contracting Officer, Michael Winstead, at michael.winstead@fletc.dhs.gov no later than 5:00 PM MDT on 08/31/2026 to allow adequate time to provide answers. All Q&As will be posted as an amendment to the solicitation on SAM.gov.

All quotations must be received electronically via email to the Contracting Officer, Michael Winstead, at michael.winstead@fletc.dhs.gov no later than 2:00 PM MDT on 09/04/2026 to receive consideration.

mailto:michael.winstead@fletc.dhs.gov mailto:michael.winstead@fletc.dhs.gov

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PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT (PWS)

Law Enforcement Vehicle Upfit and Integration Services

1.0 BACKGROUND & OBJECTIVE

The Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC) in Artesia, NM, requires professional vehicle upfitting and equipment integration services for a fleet of law enforcement training vehicles. The objective of this contract is to procure the labor, incidental hardware, components, wiring, and technical integration required to produce fully upfitted and operational police vehicles that meet the requirements and standards outlined in this SOW.

2.0 SCOPE OF WORK

The Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, specialized tools, secure workspace/storage, and materials (incidental hardware, wiring, fuses, connectors, etc.) necessary to install, wire, configure, and test emergency lighting, communications, and interior equipment on 25 Government owned 2025 Ford Police Interceptor Utility (PIU) hybrid SUVs.

3.0 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS & INSTALLATION STANDARDS

All work shall be performed to the highest automotive and emergency vehicle industry standards.

3.1 Power Management and Electrical Systems

a) Automated Power Management: The Contractor shall install an automatic, solid-state power management timer (e.g., ChargeGuard or equivalent) wired directly to the auxiliary power distribution block. The timer must sense the vehicle's ignition state, allowing emergency equipment and radios to remain powered for up to 30 minutes after the ignition is turned off, and automatically shut down all auxiliary equipment if the vehicle’s battery voltage drops below 11.5 volts.

b) Independent Circuits: All emergency equipment must be wired to an independent, heavy-duty fuse block provided by the Contractor.

c) OEM Wiring Protection: The Contractor shall not cut, splice, or compromise the vehicle’s Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) factory wiring harnesses. All integrations must utilize OEM-provided upfitter/fleet power connection points.

d) Wire Routing: All added wiring must be encased in protective split-loom tubing, properly secured with heavy-duty zip ties or insulated clamps, and routed away from moving parts, extreme heat sources, and airbag deployment zones.

3.2 Exterior Equipment and Lighting

a) Roof Penetrations: Any necessary holes drilled into the vehicle roof or body for lightbars, or antennas must be fully deburred, treated with anti-corrosion primer, and sealed using industry-standard automotive waterproof sealant (e.g., silicone or polyurethane specific to

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automotive use). The Contractor guarantees all penetrations to be leak-free for the life of the vehicle.

b) Headlight/Taillight Integrity: The Contractor shall provide warning lighting using non-destructive installation methods. To protect vehicle headlight and taillight moisture seals, the Contractor shall not drill into the factory headlight or taillight housing. The Contractor shall utilize vehicle-integrated plug-and-play flasher modules (wigwags) to flash the factory high-beams and reverse lights or install exterior surface-mounted LED lightheads on the front grille and rear license plate brackets.

3.3 Interior Equipment Integration

a) Console and Controls: The Contractor shall install the GFE center console, siren controller, radio, and related brackets securely to the vehicle floor plan using OEM mounting points where available.

b) Safety Systems Preservation: The Contractor shall not relocate, modify, or interfere with the vehicle's factory emergency brake, airbags, or structural safety pillars.

4.0 GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED vs. CONTRACTOR-FURNISHED MATERIALS

a) Government-Furnished Equipment (GFE): FLETC will provide the primary emergency equipment components (e.g., lightbars, sirens, radios, center consoles, etc.). A complete inventory of GFE will be provided at the time of vehicle handoff.

b) Contractor-Furnished Materials (CFM): The Contractor shall be responsible for furnishing all incidental materials required to create a complete and operational system. This includes, but is not limited to power management timers, fuse blocks, primary power cables, circuit breakers, wire, loom, connectors, relays, mounting bolts, and weatherproofing sealants.

5.0 PILOT VEHICLE INSPECTION AND APPROVAL

Prior to commencing work on the entire fleet, the Contractor shall complete the full upfit of one

(1) pilot vehicle. The Contractor shall notify the Program Office POC and Contracting Officer when the pilot vehicle is ready and facilitate an inspection of the vehicle to verify equipment placement, wiring quality, and system operation by a Government representative from the program office. The Contractor shall not proceed with the remaining vehicles until the CO provides written confirmation the pilot vehicle is acceptable to the Government.

6.0 PLACE OF PERFORMANCE AND LOGISTICS

All installation services shall be performed at a secure, Contractor-controlled facility. To minimize operational downtime, vehicle wear-and-tear, and logistical burden, the Contractor must either:

(a) Have a facility located within a 15-mile radius of the FLETC Artesia campus (1131 W. Main St, Artesia, NM 88210); or

(b) Provide professional, heavy-duty car hauling/transport services to relocate the vehicles from FLETC Artesia to their facility and return them upon completion. Note: Any transport provided by the Contractor must be fully insured, and the Contractor assumes all liability for

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the vehicles during transit and while in their custody.

7.0 LIABILITY AND WARRANTY

a) Transfer of Custody: The Contractor assumes full liability for the security and physical condition of the vehicles, and all GFE from the moment of pickup/handoff until the vehicles are formally accepted by the Government. The Contractor must maintain adequate Garagekeepers Liability Insurance to cover damage caused by fire, theft, vandalism, collision, or employee error while the vehicles are in the possession of the Contractor.

b) Warranty: The Contractor shall warrant all installation labor and Contractor-furnished incidental parts to be free from defects in workmanship for a period of no less than one (1) year from the date of final acceptance.

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FAR Clauses:

52.203-17 Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights (NOV 2023)

52.203-19 Prohibition on Requiring Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements

(JAN 2017)

52.204-9 Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel (JAN 2011)

52.204-13 System for Award Management—Maintenance (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

52.204-19 Incorporation by Reference of Representations and Certifications (DEC 2014)

52.209-10 Prohibition on Contracting With Inverted Domestic Corporations (NOV 2025)

(DEVIATION)

52.212-4 Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services (NOV 2025)

(DEVIATION)

ADDENDUM to CLAUSE 52.212-4

(g) (1) “Electronic invoices are authorized.”

“(i) Submission of your invoice certifies that all employees and subcontractors have been notified of the United States Government’s zero tolerance policy regarding trafficking in persons and the actions that will be taken for violations of this policy.”

52.222-36 Equal Opportunity for Workers with Disabilities (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons (NOV 2021)

52.222-90 Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors (APR 2026) (DEVIATION)

52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer-System for Award Management (OCT 2018)

52.232-39 Unenforceability of Unauthorized Obligations (JUN 2013)

52.232-40 Providing Accelerated Payments to Small Business Subcontractors (MAR 2023)

52.233-1 Disputes (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

52.233-3 Protest after Award (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

52.240-91 Security Prohibitions and Exclusions (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION) Alt I (AUG 2025)

(DEVIATION)

(e) Governmentwide exclusion and removal orders.

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(1) Contractors are prohibited from providing or using as part of the performance of the contract any covered article, or any products or services produced or provided by a source, if the covered article or the source is prohibited by any applicable FASCSA orders identified by the checkbox(es) in this paragraph (e)(1).

Yes □ No x DHS FASCSA Order

Yes □ No x DoD FASCSA Order

Yes □ No x DNI FASCSA Order

52.243-1 Changes-Fixed-Price (JUN 2025) Alternate II (JUN 2025)

52.244-6 Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services (NOV 2025)

(DEVIATION)

52.245-1 Government Property (SEP 2021) Alternate I (Apr 2012)

52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated By Reference (Feb 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

Revolutionary FAR Overhaul | Acquisition.GOV RFO Deviation FAR Part 52 | Homeland Security

(End of clause)

52.252-6 Authorized Deviations in Clauses (NOV 2020)

(a) The use in this solicitation or contract of any Federal Acquisition Regulation (48 CFR Chapter

1) clause with an authorized deviation is indicated by the addition of "(DEVIATION)" after the date of the clause.

(b) The use in this solicitation or contract of any Homeland Security Acquisition Regulation (48 CFR Chapter 30) clause with an authorized deviation is indicated by the addition of "(DEVIATION)" after the name of the regulation.

(End of clause)

52.253-1 Computer Generated Forms (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

HSAR Clauses:

3052.209-70 Prohibition on contracts with corporate expatriates (JUN 2006) https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul https://www.dhs.gov/publication/cpo-rfo-deviation-far-part-52

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3052.212-70 Contract Terms and Conditions Applicable to DHS Acquisition of Commercial Items

(JUL 2023) (HSAR DEVIATION 25-09)

The Contractor agrees to comply with any provision or clause that is incorporated herein by reference to implement agency policy applicable to acquisition of commercial items or components. The provision or clause in effect based on the applicable regulation cited on the date the solicitation is issued applies unless otherwise stated herein. The following provisions and clauses are incorporated by reference:

(a) Provisions.

3052.247-72 F.o.B. Destination Only (DEC 2003)

(b) Clauses

3052.205-70 Advertisement, Publicizing Awards, and Releases (SEP 2012)

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FAR Provisions:

52.203-18 Prohibition on Contracting with Entities that Require Certain Internal Confidentiality Agreements or Statements-Representation (JAN 2017)

52.204-7 System for Award Management—Registration (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

52.219-28 Postaward Small Business Program Rerepresentation (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

52.225-2 Buy American Certificate (OCT 2022)

52.240-90 Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Representations and Certifications (NOV 2025)

(DEVIATION)

52.209-2 Prohibition on Contracting With Inverted Domestic Corporations-Representation

(NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

(a) Definitions. As used in this clause—

Inverted domestic corporation means a foreign incorporated entity that meets the definition of an inverted domestic corporation under 6 U.S.C. 395(b), applied in accordance with the rules and definitions of 6 U.S.C. 395(c).

Subsidiary means an entity in which more than 50 percent of the entity is owned—

(1) Directly by a parent corporation; or

(2) Through another subsidiary of a parent corporation.

(b) Government agencies are not permitted to use appropriated (or otherwise made available) funds for contracts with either an inverted domestic corporation, or a subsidiary of an inverted domestic corporation, unless the exception at 9.108-3(b) applies or the requirement is waived in accordance with the procedures at 9.108-5.

(c) Representation. The Quoter represents that-

(1) It □ is, □ is not an inverted domestic corporation; and

(2) It □ is, □ is not a subsidiary of an inverted domestic corporation.

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52.209-11 Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction under any Federal Law (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

(a) The Government will not enter into a contract with any corporation that—

(1) Has any unpaid Federal tax liability that has been assessed, for which all judicial and administrative remedies have been exhausted or have lapsed, and that is not being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an agreement with the authority responsible for collecting the tax liability, where the awarding agency is aware of the unpaid tax liability, unless an agency has considered suspension or debarment of the corporation and made a determination that suspension or debarment is not necessary to protect the interests of the Government; or

(2) Was convicted of a felony criminal violation under any Federal law within the preceding 24 months, where the awarding agency is aware of the conviction, unless an agency has considered suspension or debarment of the corporation and made a determination that this action is not necessary to protect the interests of the Government.

(b) The Quoter represents that–

(1) It is □ is not □ a corporation that has any unpaid Federal tax liability that has been assessed, for which all judicial and administrative remedies have been exhausted or have lapsed, and that is not being paid in a timely manner pursuant to an agreement with the authority responsible for collecting the tax liability; and

(2) It is □ is not □ a corporation that was convicted of a felony criminal violation under a Federal law within the preceding 24 months.

52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors—Commercial Products and Commercial Services (NOV 2025)

(DEVIATION)

(a) Submission of quotes. Submit signed and dated Quotes to the office specified in this solicitation at or before the exact time specified in this solicitation. As a minimum, quotes shall include—

(1) The solicitation number;

(2) The name, address, telephone number of the Quoter;

(3) The Quoter’s Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and, if applicable, Electronic Funds Transfer

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(EFT) indicator;

(4) Information necessary to evaluate the factors contained in the provision at 52.212-2 or as described in the solicitation;

(5) Responses to provisions that require Quoter completion of information, representations, and certifications (other than those collected via the System for Award Management (SAM));

and

(6) A statement specifying the extent of agreement with all terms, conditions, and provisions included in the solicitation and any solicitation amendments.

(c) Period for acceptance of quotes. The Quoter agrees to hold the prices in its offer firm for 60 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of quotes, unless another time period is specified in an addendum to the solicitation.

(d) Late submissions, modifications, revisions, and withdrawals of quotes.

(1) Quoters are responsible for submitting quotes and any modifications or revisions to the Government office designated in the solicitation by the time specified in the solicitation.

(2) Any offer, modification, or revision received after the time specified for receipt of quotes is “late” and will not be considered unless it is received before award is made and the Contracting Officer determines that accepting the late offer would not unduly delay the acquisition. However, a late modification of an otherwise successful offer that makes its terms more favorable to the Government will be considered at any time it is received and may be accepted.

(3) If an emergency or unanticipated event interrupts normal Government processes so that quotes cannot be received at the Government office designated for receipt of quotes by the exact time specified in the solicitation, and urgent Government requirements preclude amendment of the solicitation or other notice of an extension of the closing date, the time specified for receipt of quotes will be deemed to be extended to the same time of day specified in the solicitation on the first work day on which normal Government processes resume.

(4) Quoters may withdraw their quotes by written notice to the Government received at any time before award.

(e) Contract award. The Government intends to evaluate quotes and award a contract without discussions with Quoters. Therefore, the Quoter’s initial offer should contain the Quoter’s best

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terms. However, the Government reserves the right to conduct discussions, if necessary. The Government may reject any or all quotes if such action is in the public interest, accept other than the lowest offer, and waive informalities and minor irregularities in quotes received.

(End of provision)

52.212-2 Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services (NOV 2025)

(DEVIATION)

(a) Evaluation factors. Quotations will be evaluated using comparative analysis as outlined in FAR 12.203. Comparative evaluation involves systematically comparing quotations against each other to determine which offer provides the best value, considering price, technical merit, and other relevant factors. The following factors will be used to evaluate quotes:

(1) Technical.

i. Technical Capability

Contractor shall provide a detailed description of their technical capability of upfitting law enforcement vehicles with emergency equipment such as light bars, radios, etc.

The technical factors will be rated using the evaluation rating scale shown below:

Factor 1 - Technical Capability Ratings Rating Definition

Acceptable

Based on the proposed technical capability information provided, the Government has a reasonable expectation that the Quoter will successfully perform the required services.

Unacceptable

Based on the proposed technical capability information provided, the Government does not have a reasonable expectation that the Quoter will be able to successfully perform the required services.

(2) Past performance. The Government reserves the right to obtain information for use in the evaluation of past performance from any and all sources, including sources outside of the Government. The evaluation will take into account past performance information regarding predecessor companies, key personnel who have relevant experience, or subcontractors that will perform major or critical aspects of the requirement when such information is relevant to the instant acquisition. Quoters without a record of relevant past performance or for

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whom information on past performance is not available, the Quoter may not be evaluated favorably or unfavorably on past performance. Quoters may identify past or current contracts (including Federal, State, and local government and private) for efforts similar to the Government requirement. Quoters shall provide information on problems encountered on the identified contracts, including corrective actions taken.

NOTE: If there are extenuating circumstances concerning any negative past performance, provide background information and references for validation.

The Government will employ several approaches, including, but not limited to:

(i) Information utilized may be obtained from the references listed in the proposal, as well as from other sources known to the Government. Data from previous source selections may be used if the data is recent and relevant. Evaluation of past performance will include consideration of overall customer satisfaction and conclusions of informed judgment.

(ii) Quoter may be given an opportunity to address adverse past performance information if the Quoter has not had a previous opportunity to respond to the information.

(iii) Past performance information will also be considered regarding any critical subcontractors and key personnel. Past performance of the prime contractor will receive greater consideration than subcontractors. If a Quoter, does not have a past performance history deemed relevant to this solicitation, the Quoter will receive a neutral rating.

However, the proposal of a Quoter with no relevant past performance history, while rated neutral in past performance, may not represent the most advantageous proposal to the Government and thus may be an unsuccessful proposal when compared to the quotes of other vendors. The Quoter must provide the information requested for past performance evaluation or affirmatively state that it possesses no relevant, directly related, or similar past performance.

The Quoter’s past performance will be rated using the evaluation rating scale shown below:

Factor 2 - Past Performance Ratings Rating Definition

Acceptable

Based on the Quoter’s performance record, the Government has a reasonable expectation that the Quoter will successfully perform the required services.

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Unacceptable

Based on the Quoter’s performance record, the Government does not have a reasonable expectation that the Quoter will successfully perform the required services.

Neutral

No recent/relevant performance record is available, or the Quoter’s performance record is so sparse that no meaningful confidence assessment rating can be reasonably assigned. This is neither a negative nor positive assessment.

(3) Price. Pricing will be evaluated to determine reasonableness by comparing quoted prices to other pricing received via competition, the Government estimate, the current market, and other sources deemed practical by the Government to ensure the quoted price is fair and reasonable and in the best interest of the Government.

(ii) Definitions.

Reasonableness. A price is reasonable if, in its nature and amount, it does not exceed that which would be incurred by a prudent person in the conduct of competitive business.

Completeness. All CLINs must be priced for a quotation to be considered complete.

Incomplete quotations will not be considered for award.

Realism. The Quoter’s quoted price represents a clear understanding of the technical requirements. Quotation is realistic and does not indicate increased risk to the Government in unsuccessful performance.

(End of provision)

52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference. (Feb 1998)

This solicitation incorporates one or more solicitation provisions by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. The Quoter is cautioned that the listed provisions may include blocks that must be completed by the Quoter and submitted with its quotation or offer. In lieu of submitting the full text of those provisions, the Quoter may identify the provision by paragraph identifier and provide the appropriate information with its quotation or offer. Also, the full text of a solicitation provision may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

FAR Overhaul - Part 52 | Acquisition.GOV Page 3052 - Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses | Homeland Security https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-52 https://www.dhs.gov/publication/page-3052-solicitation-provisions-and-contract-clauses

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52.214-34 Submission of Offers in the English Language (APR 1991) 52.214-35 Submission of Offers in U.S. Currency (APR 1991)

52.252-5 Authorized Deviations in Provisions (NOV 2020)

(a) The use in this solicitation of any Federal Acquisition Regulation (48 CFR Chapter 1) provision with an authorized deviation is indicated by the addition of "(DEVIATION)" after the date of the provision.

(b) The use in this solicitation of any Homeland Security Acquisition Regulation (48 CFR Chapter

30) provision with an authorized deviation is indicated by the addition of "(DEVIATION)" after the name of the regulation.

(End of provision)