Questions and Answers_0002.pdf
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This is an Amendment 001 - Questions and Answers document for a federal law enforcement equipment solicitation. The document addresses 11 substantive questions from potential bidders regarding product specifications and requirements.
Key product specifications clarified include: CLIN 0003 (Law Enforcement Duty Holster) is Left-Handed; CLIN 0006 (Oleoresin Capsicum Holster) is sized for blue training MK-4 canisters; CLIN 0012 (Handcuffs Stainless Steel) requires chain-style, USA-manufactured handcuffs without NIJ 0307.01 certification; CLIN 0013 (Flashlight Holster) is specified for Surefire Fury flashlights. All duty belts and holsters (CLINs 0001-0004, 0006-0008, 0013-0015) are required in poly-laminate leather material. Duty holsters CLINs 0003-0004 require Level III retention; CLINs 0014-0015 (holsters with TLR-7 SAFSEV) also require Level III retention. CLIN 0008 is specified for Glock 19 MOS model. The customer requires only an outer duty belt, not an inner belt. The country of origin standard is TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliance. The solicitation timeline has been extended to Friday, September 18th per Question 7. A 45-day manufacturing turnaround was rejected, with the original timeline remaining in effect. For CLIN 0012 handcuffs, no specific brand preference is mandated; bidders should refer to salient characteristics in the specifications.
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Amendment 001 - Questions and Answers
Question 1. CLIN 0003 appears to contain a typo, as it references both the Right and Left-handed draw and should likely be Left since CLIN 0002 calls for the Right-handed draw.
Answer: CLIN 0003 has been updated to reflect Left-Handed.
Question 2. CLIN 0006 Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Holster Black; these come in two different sizes; we need to know which canister they will use:
• Blue Training MK-IV chemical agent (pepper spray) canister. Larger
Answer: OC Holster are used for blue training MK4
Question 3. CLIN 0012 Handcuffs Stainless Steel; we need to know the style they require. (Chain or Hinged)?
Answer: Chain
Question 4. Do you require the handcuffs stainless steel to be National Institute of Justice
0307.01 certified and made in the USA?
Answer: Not NIJ rated yes to be in the USA
Question 5. CLIN 0013 Flashlight Holster; Because LE deploys various types and sizes of flashlights, we need more specifics to ensure we offer a compatible solution.
Answer: Used for a Surefire Fury flashlight; Poly-laminate leather
Question 6. Does the customer require both an “outer” and an “ inner” duty belt?
These are two separate items that are sold separately. The inner is a hook-and-loop-only belt that provides extra support and comfort when the belt has LE gear attached.
Without the inner belt, the duty belt will become weighed down and droop at its heaviest points. The inner belt keeps the duty belt positioned comfortably on the officer's waist.
Answer: Customer requires an outer belt.
Question 7. Is it possible to extend the due date until Friday, September 18th?
Answer: Yes, please see amendment.
Question 8. Please confirm the required retention level and any specific technical/configuration requirements for the duty holsters listed under CLINs 0003 and 0004.
Answer: Level III, and it has been updated in the CLIN descriptions.
Question 9. Majority of manufacturers are currently working on a 45 day turnaround timeline due to the current industry standards, may a 45-day turnaround be adopted for this SOW?
Answer: No
Question 10. What is the required country of origin standard for this solicitation Berry, BAA, Kissel, or TAA?
Answer: TAA
Question 11. As for the product list, could you please specify the following, We need to know the materials and/or the styles of the items to know what will fit in what….
0001 Law Enforcement Duty Belt, Medium (38"-44") Black Question – Leather or nylon?
Answer: Poly-laminate leather
0002 Law Enforcement Duty Belt, Large (44"-50") Black Question – Leather or nylon?
Answer: Poly-laminate leather
0003 Law Enforcement Duty Holster GEN5, Right handed (Glock 19/23) Black Question – Leather or kydex?
Answer: Poly-laminate leather
0004 Law Enforcement Duty Holster GEN5, Right handed (Glock 19/23), Left-handed (Glock) Black Question – Leather or kydex?
Answer: Poly-laminate leather
0006 Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Holster Black Question – What size OC cannister, 2” or 4”, leather or kydex?
Answer: Poly-laminate leather
0007 Handcuff Pouch Black Question – What size / style of handcuffs?
Answer: Poly-laminate leather
0008 Double Pistol Magazine Pouch (Glock) Black Question – for what model Glock?
Answer: Glock 19 MOS
Question – Leather or kydex?
Answer: Poly-laminate leather
0012 Handcuffs Stainless Steel Question – brand they prefer / use?
Answer: No preference, refer to salient characteristics
0013 Flashlight Holster Black Question – for what flashlight?
Answer: Used for a Surefire Fury flashlight; Poly-laminate leather
0014 Law Enforcement Duty Holster, Right-Handed, for Glock 19 GEN 1-5 with TLR-7 SAFSEV, Black Question – what level of retention?
Answer: Level III
Question – Leather or kydex?
Answer: Poly-laminate leather
0015 Law Enforcement Duty Holster, Left-Handed, for Glock 19 GEN 1-5 with TLR- 7 SAFSEV Black Question – what level of retention?
Answer: Level III
Question – Leather or kydex?
Answer: Poly-laminate leather
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