RFI 70Z02326R72110001 (IDIQ)

Attachment I – Statement of Work

Shotgun Capability with Varying Configurations, Accessories, and Training

United States Coast Guard Shotgun Capability with Varying

Configurations, Accessories, and Training

Statement of Work

Updated 5/13/26

1. Overview:

1.1 This requirement is for the procurement of shotguns and related accessories as well as training related to this equipment in support of the missions of the United States Coast Guard (USCG), as well as all other Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agencies and components.

1.2 The USCG will establish this contract and retain the administration duties. The contract will be decentralized to allow use by all DHS components. Delivery orders issued under the contract will be released and administered by Contracting Officers (KOs) within the USCG, DHS Headquarters, and all Component Organizations. All warranted USCG, DHS KOs, including its Components will be authorized Ordering Officers.

2. Scope:

2.1 The USCG’s intent is to award an indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity

(IDIQ) contract. This (SOW) encompasses the physical delivery of shotguns and associated accessories. Training sessions related to the operation and maintenance of equipment will also be defined within the SOW. This statement of work delineates the required performance and technical specifications for those items.

2.2 The emerging IDIQ contract will perform for one (1) twelve (12)-month base period plus four (4) 12-month option periods from the time of award.

2.3 The vendor must provide the manufacture’s technical specifications for items required for submission. Specifications must address all technical requirements listed within this document.

3. Technical Requirements

3.1 Overview: The USCG intends to procure five distinct shotgun variants for issuance to service members, based on their assignment. All variants must be commercially available as off-the-shelf (COTS) products and ready for production and shipping. All shotguns offered must share common maintenance procedures, training requirements, including operational and armorer training, as well as compatible repair parts and accessories such as magazines and suppressors.

3.2 General Requirements: The following requirements apply to all shotguns unless otherwise specified.

3.2.1 The vendor must not make any alternations or substitutions without prior notification, and written approval from the Contracting Officer’s

Representative (COR).

3.2.2 All equipment described herein must be suitable for use in all environmental conditions. All components must function reliably in any weather or environmental conditions common encountered within the contiguous United States.

3.2.3 All accessory components listed in section 4 must be available for purchase; however, they are not required to be included with or mounted on the shotgun at the time of delivery.

3.2.4 Place of Manufacture: All firearms and accessories must be manufactured in the United States of America.

3.2.5 Chambering: All shotguns must be chambered for both 2 ¾ inch and 3 inch 12-gauge ammunition. Each shotgun must function reliably with all 2 ¾ inch and 3 inch 12-gauge ammunition that meets the SAAMI Z299.2 specification for velocity, pressure, and overall dimensions. SAAMI Z299.2 is located at the following link: https://saami.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ANSI-SAAMI-Z299.2-Shotshell-2019- Approved-2025-09-23.pdf.

3.2.6 Condition: All shotguns must be of new manufacture in serial production at time of submission. Rebuilt, overhauled, remanufactured, "seconds", or any condition other than new will not be accepted.

3.2.7 Manual of Operation: All shotguns must be commercially available and exhibit a ‘manual of operation’ consistent with the AR15/AR10 family of weapons.

3.2.8 Controls: The fire control selector, magazine release, bolt catch must mirror the controls found on AR15/AR10 platforms. The charging handle must be side charging.

3.2.9 Finish: All external metal parts of all shotguns must have a dark subdued rust/corrosion resistant finish. The finish must remain unaffected by commercially available gun cleaning solvents used in heated ultrasonic cleaning tanks. Flaking, peeling, blotching, or similar defects in the finish is unacceptable.

3.2.10 Barrel Bore: The barrel of all shotguns must be cylinder bore and smooth with no rifling.

3.2.11 Operating System: All shotguns must utilize a delayed blowback or short recoil operating system.

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3.2.12 Barrel: The barrel of all shotguns must be made of 4130 steel and free of cracks, seams, and other structural defects as determined by ASTM E1444 magnetic particle testing. The entire interior and exterior of the barrel must have a corrosion-resistant nitride surface treatment or approved equivalent. The bore and chamber must be free of pockets, rings, bulges, and other deformations as verified by dimensional gauging and bore scope inspection. Any surface treatment in the chamber and bore must be free of nodules, flaking, pits, stripping, anode burrs, and evidence of etched base steel as verified by visual inspection. Burrs and sharp edges must be removed from the chamber edges and bolt locking lugs. The barrel must be capable of reciprocating under short recoil operation during platform firing. The barrel must be a Cylinder Bore with 0.000" constriction at the muzzle, maintaining a consistent internal diameter from the forcing cone to the muzzle as verified by SAAMI Z299.2 standards.

3.2.13 Muzzle: For the purpose of this SOW, the muzzle is defined as the attachment point located at the forward most end of the shotgun, affixed to the barrel bushing/handguard, and not affixed to the barrel. the muzzle of all shotguns must have a thread size of 1.375” x 24 TBI (hub compatible) or GA 1 3/16 – 18”. The muzzle must be able to be equipped with a thread on flash hider, standoff device, barrel extension, or suppressor that is removable with standard armorer tools.

3.2.14 Bolt Carrier Group: The bolt carrier in all shotguns must have a corrosion resistant nitride, hard chrome, nickel boron, magnesium phosphate or approved equal coating. The bolt must also have a corrosion resistant nitride, hard chrome, nickel boron, or approved equal coating.

The bolt carrier and the bolt do not need to have the same coating.

3.2.15 Bolt Hold-Open Device: All shotguns must be equipped with a magazine activated bolt hold open device. The bolt hold open device must also be capable of being activated manually by the operator. When activated by the magazine follower and the magazine is subsequently removed, the bolt must remain in the rear or open position. When a full magazine is inserted with the bolt in the rear or open position the bolt must remain in the rear or open position, until the operator manually activates the bolt release.

When the bolt catch is released, the bolt must return to the battery position. Upon release, the bolt must strip a round from the loaded magazine and load it into the chamber.

3.2.16 Buttstock: If equipped, the carbine-style buttstock must meet the following specifications. The buttstock must be quickly adjustable for length of pull without the use of any tools. The buttstock must have at least six positions, including fully extended and fully collapsed. The buttstock must allow for direct connection of a sling without the use of Quick Detach (QD) connection points.

3.2.16.1 If equipped with a sliding style collapsible stock, the stock will lock in both fully open or fully closed positions and be easily manipulated while wearing gloves.

3.2.17 Charging Handle: The charging handle must be situated in the upper receiver, adjacent to the ejection port. The charging handle must be operable with one hand while the shooter’s other hand is grasping the pistol grip or handguard.

3.2.18 Fire Control Selector: The fire control selector must be a single lever paddle mounted on the side of the receiver, adjacent to the rear pistol grip, allowing the shooter to actuate without significantly breaking their firing grip. The fire control selector must be a rotary type and have two positions (safe and semi-automatic) or three positions (safe, semi-automatic and automatic depending on the variant. The fire control selector must rotate manually without binding when the hammer is cocked and remain in place in each position by a perceptible spring detent load until manually moved.

With the hammer cocked, when the selector is placed in the "SAFE" position, it must prevent the trigger from releasing the hammer so that the weapon is incapable of being fired. When the selector is placed in the "SEMI AUTOMATIC" position, it must have a disconnect, so that the weapon is capable of semiautomatic fire only (one shot per trigger pull).

If applicable, when the selector is placed in the "AUTO" position, the weapon must be capable of automatic fire (continuous firing until the trigger is released or all cartridges are expended).

3.2.19 Handguard: All shotguns must have a modular free-floating handguard assembly with functional and configurable rail space. The handguard assembly must have MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail running the entire length of the handguard at the 12:00 o’clock position, with M-LOK rails at the 3:00, 6:00, and 9:00 positions. When assembled to the weapon, the upper most rail of the free-floating handguard assembly must align and be at the same height as the rail on the receiver. The Picatinny rail running along the 12:00 o’clock position must be capable of mounting optics, lights, and other accessories.

3.2.20 Lower Receiver Markings: The lower receiver of all shotguns must have a permanently affixed plate, label, or laser-etching displaying a manufacturer, model/variant, and unique serial number.

3.2.21 Magazine Well: The magazine well of all shotguns must be compatible with manufacturer supplied box magazines. The magazine must be capable of being inserted directly into the magazine well by the operator with one hand without any rocking motion.

3.2.22 Magazine: All shotguns must include two 5-round magazines. The magazine must reliably feed all 2 ¾ inch and 3-inch 12-gauge ammunition that meets the SAAMI Z299.2 specification for overall dimensions. The magazine must be primarily polymer construction, black in color, and available in 5, 7, 10, and 15 round capacities. “Drum” or “doublestack” style magazines are acceptable for high round capacity.

Magazines must be compatible with breaching shotguns currently fielded by the USCG.

3.2.23 Magazine Release: The magazine release of all shotguns must securely retain the magazine in the magazine well. The magazine release button must be spring loaded, and the design of the receiver must provide some shielding against inadvertent activation when placed against the standard USCG uniform and/or body armor. The activation of the magazine release button must be accomplished with minimum effort by the operator with only one hand.

3.2.24 Mode of Fire: All shotguns must function in a semi-automatic mode of fire only (one shot per trigger pull) and/or in fully automatic mode. When the fully automatic mode of fire is selected, the weapon must continue firing until the trigger is released or all cartridges are expended.

3.2.25 Pistol Grip: The pistol grip of all shotguns must be M4-style, securely attached to the lower portion of the receiver and must not interfere with the operation of the selector lever. The pistol grip may be coated in a rubberized texture. The weapon must be compatible with standard aftermarket M4-style replacement pistol grips.

3.2.26 Sling Mounts/Swivels: All shotguns must be supplied with means to mount a sling to the rear area of the receiver or the buttstock and the handguard. Traditional sling web attachment points not utilizing quick detach (QD) sling swivels are required. The forward sling attachment point will be an M-LOK or picatinny compatible device with swivel loop.

Performance must be equal to or better than Magpul GI Sling Swivel (MAG809) and approved by the COR.

3.2.27 Trigger: The trigger of all shotguns must hold the hammer in the cocked position until the trigger is pulled. After partial or complete trigger pull, the trigger must return to its normal forward positions (cocked and un-cocked) under spring action. The trigger pull must not measure less than

5.5 pounds, nor more than 8.5 pounds, regardless of if the fire selector is set on semi or full-automatic fire. The trigger must have a smooth face, cannot be wider than the trigger guard, and must be the only control inside the area enclosed by the trigger guard. No other controls (bolt catch/release, magazine/catch release, etc.) inside the area enclosed by the trigger guard are acceptable. The trigger guard area must have sufficient room to operate the trigger with a gloved hand. Any design requiring the operator to manipulate/modify the trigger guard to meet this requirement is not acceptable.

3.2.28 Upper Receiver: All shotguns must be equipped with a MIL-STD-1913

Picatinny attachment rail on the top of the receiver for mounting of optics, backup sights, lasers, and other accessories.

3.2.29 User/Owner’s Manual: All shotguns must be equipped with a printed

User/Owner’s manual.

3.3 Requirements Specific to Distinct Shotgun Variants:

3.3.1 Shotgun #1 will include a shotgun, black or flat dark earth in color, with a 13” barrel, be no heavier than 7.75 lbs, and be available in both semi-automatic and fully automatic variations.

3.3.2 Shotgun #2 will include a shotgun, black or flat dark earth in color, with a

10.5” barrel, be no heavier than 7.5 lbs, and be available in both semi-automatic and fully automatic variations.

3.3.3 Shotgun #3 will include a semi-automatic shotgun, orange in color, with a

10.5” barrel, be no heavier than 7.2 lbs, and be specifically manufactured to fire less-lethal 12-gauge ammunition.

3.3.4 Shotgun #4 will include a shotgun, black or flat dark earth in color, with a

5” barrel, a sliding style collapsible stock, be no heavier than 7.2 lbs, and be available in both semi-automatic and fully-automatic variations.

3.3.5 Shotgun #5 will include a shotgun, black or flat dark earth in color, with a

7” barrel, have no stock, and be no heavier than 7.2 lbs. This variant must be configured for primary use as a breaching device.

3.4 Travel: The Government anticipates travel in support of this requirement. All travel required by the Government will be approved in advance and in writing by the COR at the ordering level through this contract. The Contractor must be responsible for obtaining COR approval (electronic mail is acceptable) for all reimbursable travel to include a budgeted amount in advance of each travel event.

If travel is authorized and directed by the COR, the Contractor must be reimbursed for direct costs in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) 31.205-46 for transportation, lodging, and meal per diem. The USCG will reimburse for personal vehicle mileage to and from the airport at the current rate established by General Services Administration (GSA) at the time the travel occurred. A Contractor can only apply indirect cost, such as G&A, to travel, if the Contractor structured its accounting system to include direct travel as a component of the G&A base. Upon request, the Contractor must provide its

DCAA or DCMA audit results as proof that its accounting practices incorporate indirect costs and DCAA audited and approved the proposed rate(s). All labor costs including those incurred as a result of travel should be accounted for in the travel CLIN(s) at the order level through this contract and must be an allowable expense. The Contractor’s documentation for the reimbursement of travel costs (e.g., receipts) must be governed as set forth in FAR Subpart 31.2. The Contractor must be responsible for submitting a trip report to document travel days and allowable travel expenses to the COR after completion of each travel event.

4. Optional Parts, Accessories, and Training: The following parts, accessories, and training will be offered as standalone items and listed with pricing in a schedule of CLINs.

4.1 Armorer Training: The vendor must offer in-person, one-day armorer training courses for up to 15 students per session, available for purchase by the government. Training will be conducted by one (1) instructor and held at a government facility, with date, time, and location determined by mutual agreement between the designated Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and the vendor.

4.11 Training sessions must be conducted between 0900 and 1600 local time, Monday through Friday, as determined by the mutually agreed-upon schedule. The training schedule may be adjusted as necessary, subject to agreement between the Government and the Vendor.

If the training course cannot be completed as anticipated due to any circumstances, the Instructor or the Vendor must notify the COR immediately.

4.12 The government will provide classroom space, audiovisual equipment, and the purchased firearms. The vendor must deliver comprehensive instruction covering 1) familiarization, 2) Operation, 3) Maintenance, and

4) Weapon Handling for all firearms listed in the contract and supply any required documentation.

4.13 The Vendor must develop all necessary materials for instruction inclusive of a Training Curriculum Package for each course. All training materials must be written in the English language. The package must include a course syllabus over the one-day schedule, manuals, and any related materials.

At the discretion of the ordering officer, the complete Training Curriculum Package may be required for submission in advance of training for the Government’s review and approval. Prior to delivery of the training, the Government will permit the vendor to make minor changes to the training curriculum as long as the changes are proposed in advance of the training and are accepted by the Government.

4.14 Additional training sessions may be purchased in each subsequent option years. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive certificates of completion. Graduates will also be authorized by the vendor to perform armorer-level repairs, as covered in the training, without voiding the manufacturer warranty.

4.15 The Contractor must be responsible for providing its own lodging, messing and transportation, though the U.S. Government will assist in coordinating logistics support for these requirements. Fuel expenses related to the underway training will not be the burden of the Contractor.

4.16 Upon completion of each in-country training iteration the Contractor must provide an AAR to the USG. This AAR should identify what training was planned, what training took place, identify any causes for missed or abbreviated training, and provide a thorough summary of the recipient’s current ability to operate and maintain their weapons.

4.2 Magazines: The vendor must make available for purchase optional additional magazines in the various configurations described in Section 3.25.

4.3 Maintenance/Cleaning Kit: The vendor must offer an optional armorer-level maintenance kit for purchase. The kit must include all parts, tools, and supplies necessary to perform manufacturer-recommended cleaning, lubrication, repair, and maintenance.

4.4 Suppressor: The vendor must offer an optional suppressor for purchase. The suppressor must be designed for direct threading onto the muzzle of the shotgun and incorporate low backpressure technology. The suppressor must feature a titanium body and weigh no more than 12 ounces.

4.5 Muzzle Extension/Choke Kit: The vendor must offer an optional muzzle extension/choke kit for purchase. The muzzle extensions must be designed for direct threading onto the muzzle of the shotgun and utilize standard choke patterns. Choke kits must be available in Full, Modified, Improved Modified, and Light Modified configurations.

4.6 Optics: The vendor must offer optional weapon optics for purchase.

4.6.1 The optical sight must be parallax free and have a nominal optical magnification not exceeding 1.1x. The sight must have a red LED aiming dot not to exceed 2 MOA in size with a 68 MOA outer segmented circle.

The sight must be powered by a single, commonly available, battery. The battery should be able to be changed without removing the sight from the mounting surface. The brightness level must be manually selected by a control knob that allows between daylight 2 and 3 for both dot only and circle dot, and off position between daylight 6 circle dot and daylight 6 dot only. The brightness knob must be easily manipulated with gloved hands and provide tactile feedback during manipulation. The optic may contain both a dot and outer segmented aiming reticle but must be selectable between dot only or dot/reticle configurations. The aiming dot must not be visible as viewed from the front of the sight at a minimum distance of 21 feet when the user brightness level is optimal for the lighting conditions.

The illumination setting must have at least 2 Night Vision settings. The sight must be fully operable and unaffected by operational temperature ranges of -60°F and 140°F and relative humidity levels of up to 95%. The optic clear aperture must not be smaller than 20.4mm. The optic must not have a smaller Field of View (FOV) than 22m @ 100m when having 2.5” of eye relief (12.4 degrees). The dimensions of the sight (without mount) must not exceed 74 mm long x 43mm wide x 53mm high. The sight must not weigh more than 4.7 oz with battery and without mount. The sight when mounted to a duty rifle must allow the use of currently available red dot sight magnifiers. The sight must allow use of commonly available rifle iron sights that are currently mounted. The sight must be fully operational after being submersed in water to a depth of 100 feet for 1 hour. The sight must have a minimum of 70 MOA of adjustment travel in both windage and elevation and be adjustable without the use of special tools. The sight must have audible and tactile clicks with an adjustment of 1/2 MOA per click. The Optic must be equipped with an integrated mounting system, in a Co-witness configuration, mountable to a USCG-issued M4 with a flat top 1913 Picatinny rail. The optic must be multi-weapon capable including readily available mounting solutions for rifle and shotgun applications.

Performance must be equal to or better than Trijicon Miniature Rifle Optic

HD (MRO-HD).

4.6.2 This holographic sight must include a direct, non-QD, mount for absolute iron sight co-witness. Optic mounting system must be compatible with a 1913 Picatinny rail. The optic must provide no magnification (1x) and contain a reticle specifically designed for Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (CUAS) operations. This reticle must allow the end user to properly aim and engage UAS travelling between 30 and 45 mph within 100 yards. The optic must have 20 daylight settings and be powered by a single battery with a battery life of more than 1,000 continuous hours at normal setting 12, at 70°F. The optic must have an adjustment of .5 MOA increments. Optic must have rear mounted power and brightness adjustment switches. The body of the optic and mount must be made of high strength aluminum and/or steel that is anodized or coated in durable black or tan finish. Optic and mount must continually operate during and after being fully immersed in water. Optic and mount must be resistant to shock, vibration, and chemical exposure. The dimensions of the optic (with mount) must not exceed 2.8” in height, 3.9” in length, or 2.3” in width. Performance must be equal to or better than EOTech HWS XPS3.

4.7 Spare/Replacement Parts and Supplies: Offeror must individually identify all parts and supplies that may be used by armorers for maintenance and/or repair/replacement. All the identified parts and supplies must be available for individual purchase from the vendor.

4.8 Equipment Substitution: If any parts, components, or equipment as required by the SOW can no longer be obtained after contract award, the Vendor must bear all costs associated with recommending and offering substitutions. The substituted part must be a form, fit, function replacement for the originally proposed component. The Contractor must provide a minimum of thirty (30) days’ notice, from date of award, of any equipment substitution. The Contractor must submit written documentation demonstrating form, fit and function to the Contracting Officer and to the COR for replacement item(s). The Contracting Officer will approve all equipment substitutions.

5. Shipping: All USCG ordered products must be delivered to the USCG Small Arms Repair Facility in Crane, IN. Shipping location will be established by the ordering activity for other Government agencies at the time of order. All shipping must be FOB Destination.

6. Quality Assurance & Inspection and Acceptance:

6.1 Quality Assurance: The Government must rely on the Contractor’s existing commercial quality assurance system in lieu of Government inspection and testing prior to acceptance. The Contractor must ensure that all delivered shotgun systems are fully assembled, function-tested, and high-pressure proof-tested at the factory in accordance with SAAMI or Permanent International Commission (CIP) commercial standards.

6.2 Inspection and Acceptance Inspection and Acceptance must be conducted at the

Government’s facility unless otherwise mutually agreed upon by the KO and Vendor. The Vendor must provide the DD Form 250. The COR or a Government Representative may be onsite to witness the inspection. Deficiencies disclosed during inspection must be documented on the DD Form 250. The Government’s approval of the DD Form 250, acknowledging the formal acceptance of equipment provided. Acceptance for all items will be F.O.B. Destination.

6.2.1 For USCG Orders: The Government will perform receiving inspections on all USCG deliveries at the USCG Small Arms Repair Facility (SARF).

6.2.2 For Other Government Agency (OGA) Orders: If another Government agency places orders against this contract, that Ordering Activity must designate its own inspection facility and perform its own receiving inspections. The USCG must not perform acceptance testing on behalf of other agencies.

6.2.3 Upon delivery, the Ordering Activity will perform a non-destructive commercial receiving inspection to verify conformance to the SOW in accordance with the criteria listed in table 5.2

Table 5.2

Inspection Area Acceptance Criteria Inventory &

Accountability Verification of make, model, and serial numbers against the shipping manifest.

Visual Condition Absence of shipping damage, severe cosmetic blemishes, or missing components.

Manual Function Check Weapon dry-fires correctly, action cycles smoothly, manual safety mechanism functions correctly, bolt holdopen and magazine release functions correctly.

Documentation Inclusion of standard commercial manuals and warranty documentation.

6.3 Handling and Storage: The Contractor must establish, maintain, control and be responsible for the handling, storage, preservation and management of pre-positioned items in a secure location to prevent damage from loss, deterioration, degradation, or substitution of products for the materials listed in Attachment II, Pricing Schedule. Contractor must maintain accountability of all items until an inspection is conducted by a Government Representative and transfer of title is complete.

6.4 Packing, Packaging Preservation and Marking: The Contractor must prepare the material for shipment in accordance with SAMM, § C7.8 Packaging and Marking.

6.4.1 The Contractor must preserve, pack and package all items in such a way as to ensure complete delivery at a destination without damage or deterioration of the supplies due to the hazards of shipping, handling, or storage. Packaging, packing, and preservation of all assets must enable shipment to destination and transshipment without repackaging or incurring damage during shipment and handling. This level of packaging is designed to protect material against physical damage and deterioration during favorable conditions of shipment, handling, and storage in warehouse conditions for a minimum of eighteen months.

6.4.2 The contractor must divide and package deliverables into batches as necessary to ensure safe transit. Packaging and batches must be clearly identified and marked, including the description and quantity of the contents as well as the name of the intended destination clearly visible on the exterior of each shipping package. Packing container must contain a packing slip with each individual shipping container.

6.4.3 Item labeling must include the appropriate part number, nomenclature, quantity, and CLIN number (if applicable). Any Hazardous Material (HAZMAT)/Dangerous Goods being shipped must be marked appropriately according to all local, state, and Federal Government law.

6.5 Commercial Warranty & Defect Resolution: The Contractor must provide the

Government with the standard commercial warranty offered to the general public or law enforcement sector (e.g., 1-year, 3-year, or lifetime factory warranty).

The Contractor must provide warranty coverage against any defects, structural degradation, leaks, and other defects or failures on materials, parts or failures, under anticipated operating conditions. The Contractor must provide these written warranty terms at delivery.