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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT 1. CONTRACT ID CODE I PAGE OFI PAGES

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 3. EFFECTIVE DATE 4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO. 15. PROJECT NO. (If applicable)

0001 05 -1 3- 2014

6. ISSUED BY CODE 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6)

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Drug Enforcement Administration Office of Acquisition & Relocation Management 8701 Morrissette Dr .

Springfield , VA 22152

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., street, county, state and ZIP Code) (X) 9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO. .._ All prospective offerors DJD-1 4- R- 0019

P' 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

05 - 02 - 2014

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

r 10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

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11 . THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

p- The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers r is extended P" 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 ~ copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (cl By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT !HE 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 telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter 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 NO. 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 r NO. IN ITEM 10A.

r 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

r r D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor r isnot, r 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 .)

The purpose of this Amendment 0001 to DJD- 14 - R- 0019 is to provide the attached Questions & Answers . All changes are indicated by a vertical line in the right margin of the attached pages .

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 1 OA, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

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

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

NSN 7540-01-152-8070

Previous edition unusable

15C.DATE SIGNED

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

Doreen Adair , Unit Chief

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

' 16C.DATE SIGNED

05 - 13 - 2014

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 10-U)

Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

1.)

QUESTION:

Solicitation Number DJD-14-R-0019 Rifles

Questions & Answers

The warranty states that it shall extend to "weapons with damage as a result of normal operational wear and tear." We are confused by this statement as it seems to result in the manufacturer having to repair weapons/parts or provide new weapons/parts just because the weapons already provided were used (even though they may not have defects). After normal usage (via training or operations), certain parts or weapons may require replacement even though the parts or weapons do not have manufacturing issues. A good analogy would be standard automobile repairs for normal wear and tear even though there is nothing wrong with the automobile ... parts or product need normal replacement after a certain amount and type of usage.

We recommend your agency to update the warranty requirement to exclude "normal wear and tear" from warranty coverage. Otherwise, the warranty would be never-ending and costly (as part of the price).

ANSWER: The manufacturer shall provide a recommended replacement parts interval (Replacement Parts page 12). During the 5 year warranty period any wear prone parts shall be provided by the manufacturer to DEA. DEA shall conduct all routine maintenance and service of worn parts until the factory refurbishment at 4 years and 6 months. Any parts that break during normal usage and are still within the manufacturer specified replacement interval shall be repaired by the manufacturer. The requirement is for a "bumper to bumper" warranty for 5 years.

The solicitation ()will (x) will not be amended to reflect this clarification.

2.)

QUESTION:

The warranty states that this "warranty shall include the replacement of any broken or worn parts that would render the carbines less than 100% safe and operable."

o Could you please define this section further? How do you define "safe?" How do you define "operable?"

o In addition, would you consider removing the word "worn"? It leads to the same issue as described above in question l(a).

ANSWER: See answer to question 1. We agree to remove the word "worn" from the referenced sentence.

The solicitation (x) will ()will not be amended to reflect this clarification.

3.)

QUESTION:

We acknowledge that a small business subcontracting plan is needed if the winner is a large business. In reading the RFP, it does not appear we need to propose it, just have one on file. Is that correct?

ANSWER: Correct. If applicable, the offeror shall have a small business subcontracting on file that the Government would approve prior to award.

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4.)

QUESTION:

Will the weapons be returned to unsuccessful bidders?

ANSWER: Please refer to page 16-1 7, Instructions for Submission of Weapon Samples.

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5.)

QUESTION:

Must the weapons be supplied with the proposed stock, sights, muzzle, case etc. or simply a weapon for a fit finish evaluation?

ANSWER: Please refer to page 16-17, Instructions for Submission of Weapon Samples.

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6.)

QUESTION:

If we cannot supply the .308 caliber by the June 101 h deadline can we offer a weapon for review that is a caliber close to this size for evaluation. The chassis, accuracy and function will be the same.

ANSWER: No substitutions will be accepted.

The solicitation ( ) will (x) will not be amended to reflect this clarification.

7.)

QUESTION:

We are preparing a submission in response to solicitation DJD-14-R-OO 19 and are wondering about the temporary transfer of the firearms to the DEA for evaluation. Will the DEA provide a letter requesting demonstration so we are compliant with A TF regulations concerning transfers to US Gov't entities? If so, how do we go about receiving a demonstration letter?

ANSWER:

The manufacturer shall fill out ATF's "A&D book'', which accounts for where the weapons manufactured have gone. There is no form or additional paperwork. The Government is exempt on our end.

The solicitation ( ) will (x) will not be amended to reflect this clarification.

8.)

Concerning the requirement for magazines from two different suppliers; do we need to submit an equal number of each magazine, 3 and 3, with each rifle or is a single sample of the alternate magazine adequate?

ANSWER: 3 of each magazine type shall be provided with each rifle.

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9.)

QUESTION:

The intent of the Destructive Endurance Test is to enable DEA to determine the durability of the weapon in terms of potential failure points and the estimated longevity/service life. The test is structured so that the failure of a single small part (e.g., the extractor) will cause the evaluation to stop. As certain parts are expected to break over time, and are user-replaceable, wouldn't the Government be better served by having the Vendors supply a small standard supply of spare parts for replacement and the Government continue the test until the desired round count is reached or the spare parts are expended? In this way the Government could still record the part failure (and then have a sample size larger than 1), but would have the benefit of assessing the health of the firearm after the full round count is reached, thereby providing a more thorough assessment of the weapon's overall capabilities. This will not be possible if firing is discontinued after the first part failure.

ANSWER: The intent of the Destructive Endurance Test is to test the longevity/service life of the rifles without benefit of an aggressive service regimen (when weapons are deployed in the field for extended periods away from an armorer or parts). DEA wants to know when the rifle will fail and what the likely failure points are.

The solicitation ( ) will (x) will not be amended to reflect this clarification.

10.)

QUESTION:

Will both submission weapon magazines be approved for the system if contract award?

ANSWER: Both submitted magazines would be approved for duty use with the rifle, assuming no magazine related problems arise during testing. We intend to select one magazine of the two that would be provided with the initial package and have the second magazine as a separate line item to purchase as needed.

The solicitation ( ) will (x) will not be amended to reflect this clarification.

11.)

QUESTION:

What is the throat erosion gauge being used for testing?

ANSWER: The throat erosion gauge will be used to establish a baseline and any subsequent erosion of the chamber throat over the course of testing.

The solicitation ( ) will (x) will not be amended to reflect this clarification.

12.)

QUESTION:

For past performance will any government, military, or law enforcement contract work? Or does the past performance need to be submission gun specific?

ANSWER: Past Performance does not need to be submission gun specific. All offerors must include sufficient information to demonstrate and describe their experience and expertise in providing the same or similar service to inside and/or outside of the Federal Government.

The solicitation ( ) will (x) will not be amended to reflect this clarification .

13.)

QUESTION:

The ammunition, PRC308FBI, is needed for the required test targets from the manufacturer.

"PRC308FBI" is not available for purchase commercially. Will the DOJ be supplying this ammunition? Or should we use PRC308W A for our test targets?

ANSWER: PRC308W A may be substituted for PRC308FBI for manufacturer testing.

PRC308FBI will be used for evaluation conducted by the FBI Ballistic Research Facility. DOJ will not supply ammunition for the manufacturer's testing.

The solicitation (x) will ()will not be amended to reflect this clarification.

14.)

QUESTION:

Delivery of Samples, due to our close proximity to the testing facility is it possible to hand deliver the sample guns?

ANSWER: Hand deliveries cannot be accepted due to base restrictions.

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15.)

QUESTION:

Section l .2(a) - Schedule

ANSWER:

CLIN 0006 of the price schedules (for the base period and all option periods) lists only 50 EA magazines as the estimated quantity; however, we are directed that each system is to come with 6 magazines. Shouldn't each CLIN 0006 (base and option periods) read "300" as the EST QTY?

CLIN 0006 does not include the magazines that come with the weapon package. CLIN 0006 is for the ability to purchase magazines separately as needed.

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16.)

Section 1.2( d) The solicitation makes no mention of the required delivery schedule for each CLIN once a delivery order is placed. It also does not provide sufficient details regarding FOB and place of delivery.

1) How many days from the placement of the delivery order to the receipt of product (e.g. CLIN OOOX is due "X" calendar days after issuance of an order)?

2) Is delivery FOB origin or destination?

3) What will be the destination location(s)?

Given the low quantity of annual deliveries, which translates to a cold production start for almost all orders, recommend no fewer than 90 days. 90 days will ensure we have sufficient time to order long-lead items and all other parts, assemble and test the guns, and make the delivery date in a timely fashion.

ANSWER: Delivery to Quantico, VA of all items shall be within 90 days after receipt of order.

FOB Destination.

The solicitation (x) will ( ) will not be amended to reflect this clarification.

17.)

QUESTION:

Section 2, Scope of Contract Almost any reputable Law Enforcement Carbine manufacturer is capable of producing far more than 50 of these carbines per year. Given that other Federal Agencies can order off of this contract, why is there such a low restriction as to the maximum guns produced each year? Recommend the contract be made much more flexible by significantly increasing the maximum number of guns produced annually.

Certainly, the Government is only obligated to purchase the minimum annual amount (5), and any purchase above the present maximum would be dependent on the availability of funds, a constraint which industry clearly understands.

Lastly, maintaining the 50 guns per year for the pricing schedule would still seem valid for proposal evaluation even if the maximum annual amount were indeed increased.

Increasing the volume would allow various Federal Agencies to place orders for more units if initial product deliveries meet requirements and are liked by end users. These agencies could do so without having to conduct a new (expensive and time consuming) competition.

ANSWER:

The CLIN maximum quantities have been changed.

The solicitation (x) will ( ) will not be amended to reflect this clarification.

18.)

QUESTION:

Section 2, Magazines (f) & Exhibit 1, 3A(i)

1) Must we supply magazines from two different manufacturers with our bid samples or simply provide verification of the existence of a second manufacturing source of compatible magazines?

2) If two magazines from two different manufacturers are required, do you require 6 of each per system or a 3 and 3 split?

3) Lastly, If two magazines from two different manufacturers are required can we propose a CLIN 0006A and CLIN0006B and list these prices separately?

ANSWER: 1) Samples of each magazine must be submitted with the bid samples. 2) 3 of each magazine type should be provided with each rifle. 3) Yes

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19.)

QUESTION:

Exhibit 1, 2L(e) What is the firing regimen (frequency/rate of fire) within the FBI's carbine qualification course?

ANSWER: FBI course of fire added as Attachment 2.

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20.)

QUESTION:

Exhibit 1, 2L(f) What is the firing regimen (frequency/rate of fire) within the DEA' s carbine ualification course?

ANSWER: DEA course of fire added as Attachment 2.

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21.)

Exhibit 1, 2L(g) What is the firing regimen (frequency/rate of fire) within the "carbine drills" over 45 rounds?

ANSWER: Carbine drills added as Attachment 3.

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22.)

QUESTION:

Section 3 Comm & Correspondence, p.17 of 3 7

How long will it take for a response to questions? Decisions may hinge upon the answers and a long response time would adversely impact our ability to change course, coordinate with suppliers, and make timely delivery. Will an extension be granted if the responses are delayed?

ANSWER: Please refer to Paragraph 2 of the combined synopsis/solicitation in FBO.

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23.)

QUESTION:

Section 2, Warranty and Quality Control/ Inspection, Testing and Acceptance (b ), (c), & (d)

ANSWER: Yes

The warranty that covers fair wear and tear part breakage over the 5-year life of the contract is fundamentally different than the 4.5 year refurbishment part of the warranty. Would the Government consider separating these two with two different CLINS (i.e. a "true" warranty CLIN that excludes normal wear and tear as a basis for a warranty claim and a refurbishment CLIN to address normal wear and tear)? This would also help ensure all competitors are providing the Government a better apples-to-apples pricing proposal.

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24.)

QUESTION:

Section 2, Warranty and Quality Control/ Inspection, Testing and Acceptance (d)

What is the goal of the 4.5 year warranty refurbishment? Is it to refurbish to a degree that extends the life of the gun for the following year (the warranted period), or is it to extend the life of the gun another 5 years?

ANSWER: The goal is to extend the life of the rifle another 5 years. The intent is to have a total service life of 10 years (approximately 1 Ok rounds in that time period). We estimate the average shooter will fire approximately 5k rounds during 5 years of service. After the rifles are factory refurbished the 1 year warranty is to protect us from substandard parts replacement.

The solicitation ()will (x) will not be amended to reflect this clarification.

25.)

QUESTION:

Page 8, section a under "Muzzle Device" states "The muzzle device shall be less than three inches in length". Please clarify that either 1) The three inches restriction is the overall length of the muzzle device only when measured alone, or 2) The length that is added to the OAL of the weapon system when the muzzle device is added.

ANSWER: The length that is added to the OAL of the weapon system when the muzzle device is added.

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26.)

QUESTION:

Page 5, section "b." describes how the bolt lock is to function, using either hand from a two handed grip, while section "d." discusses how the bolt is to be released, with the final statement in "d." that an ambidextrous bolt CATCH is preferred.

If the bolt can be released using a control that is no further from the trigger than the standard left side bolt release, does that satisfy the preference requirement to be considered an ambidextrous bolt catch as defined?

ANSWER: A control no further from the trigger than the standard left-side bolt release that releases the bolt from the right side of the weapon would satisfy the ambidextrous preference.

The solicitation ()will (x) will not be amended to reflect this clarification.

27.)

QUESTION:

On page 7, section a under "Sights", the sights described are oflower than usual height than typically used on AR type firearms. Would "equal" sights have the requirement to provide the same height above rail for the sighting plane?

ANSWER: Any standard AR type sight, approximately 2.5 inch height over bore, would meet the "equal" criteria.

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28.)

At what sight radius is the 1/2 MOA deflection adjustment intended to be verified?

ANSWER: The sight radius will be adjusted to the maximum allowed by each rifle. A group will be shot at 50 yards with windage set at mechanical zero. A gross windage adjustment (approximately 20 clicks or the limit of the sight) will be made from the initial mechanical zero, and the center to center distance of the groups will be measured. That distance will be used to determine the approximate MOA per click deflection.

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29.)

QUESTION:

The Troy sights recommended do not deploy with spring pressure and require a tool for sight adjustment. "Sights" sections b and c, page7 states " It is preferred that the front (rear) sight flips up under spring pressure and lock in the upright position." Please provide clarification as to the Government's preference.

ANSWER: The preference is for a sight similar in design and construction to the Troy sight that also flips up under spring pressure.

The solicitation (x) will ()will not be amended to reflect this clarification.

30.)

QUESTION:

Per page 16 of the solicitation, each applicant must furnish six ( 6) sample weapons for testing which will be returned to the Offeror (at Offeror expense) once evaluations are complete. Please clarify how many of the sample weapons will be tested to destruction.

ANSWER: Two weapons will be "destroyed". One during the Obstructed Bore Test (2.1) and one during the Catastrophic Test (2.J).

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31.)

QUESTION:

Will the Customer provide the Offeror with results of the evaluations made on the six sample weapons?

ANSWER: Yes

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32.)

QUESTION:

Page 9, section funder "Magazines" states that "Magazines must be manufactured by at least two separate companies". Please clarify: does the customer intend to select the best performing magazine for their selected rifle, or will both/all magazines proposed need to be available for purchase over the duration of the contract? For the sample weapons provided for evaluation testing, please clarify how many magazines must be provided from each proposed magazine manufacturer.

ANSWER: See answers to questions 8, 10, and 18.

The solicitation ( ) will (x) will not be amended to reflect this clarification.

33.)

QUESTION:

On page 11, under section d "Sling", the customer states "The carbine shall be equipped with multiple ambidextrous connection points to allow for the attachment of different styles of slings". How many sling attachment points are required at or near the front sight/hand guard area, if the sling connection point is able to be relocated at the user's preference?

ANSWER: If the sling attachment points are user re-locatable, as in an attachment point that is moved and attached along the fore stock rail, one such attachment would be required.

The solicitation ( ) will (x) will not be amended to reflect this clarification.

34.)

QUESTION:

Does the "Discreet Carry Case" (Page 10, section b) need to store the weapon with the buttstock fully extended? Is it acceptable for the Discreet Carry Case to only store the weapon with the buttstock collapsed?

ANSWER: The Discreet Carry Case shall accommodate the assembled weapon with the buttstock fully collapsed.

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35.)

QUESTION:

Is there an existing example Discreet Carry Case that meets the requirement?

ANSWER: Blackhawk Homeland Security Discreet Carry Case (65DC40 BK) or Equal.

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36.)

QUESTION:

On page 49, section 2.L.ii.k states "Upon reaching 3,000 rounds, the accuracy/velocity protocol as outlined in section 2.A and 2.B will be repeated." The accuracy and velocity protocols appear to be sections 2.C and 2.B respectively on pages 43 and 42. Please clarify that these are the intended protocols.

ANSWER: The correct sections are 2.B (Velocity Evaluation) and 2.C (Bench Rest Accuracy Evaluation).

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37.)

QUESTION:

The SOW references user preferences throughout the document such as Ambidextrous features and cleaning kit preferences. Will additional points be awarded to the Contractor incorporating the most user preferred call outs in the weapon system configuration?

ANSWER: No.

The solicitation ( ) will (x) will not be amended to reflect this clarification.

38.)

QUESTION:

A 5-year 5,000 round warranty is requested. If small parts have a recommended replacement prior to 5,000 rounds and/or can be worn-out prior to 5,000 rounds based on rate and density of use, will the manufacturer be required to conduct all preventative maintenance at necessary intervals through the 5-year warranty, or does the customer anticipate providing some degree of spare/repair parts and armorer maintenance support?

ANSWER: Any wear prone parts with a service life less than 5000 rounds shall be provided by the manufacturer to DEA and shall be available as a separate line item. DEA shall conduct all service of worn parts until the factory refurbishment at 4 years and 6 months.

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39.)

QUESTION:

What steps will be taken to remove shooter error/fatigue from adversely effecting precision evaluation?

ANSWER: In addition to using a bench rest, the facility is climate controlled. The worst group is not included in the averages. The FBI Ballistic Research Facility will use experienced testers for the evaluations.

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40.)

QUESTION:

Remington is unable to supply sufficient ammunition for testing, what ammunition substitutes can be used for the Service life certification, as on page 13, and for the two test targets per carbine as per Manufacturer required documentation in Exhibit 1?

ANSWER: Refer to DEA and FBI .308 Carbine Evaluation Criteria, Note 1. For service ammunition (PRC308FBI) substitution refer to question 13. For service life certification any SAAMI .308 or NATO 7.62mm ammunition.

41.)

QUESTION:

Further clarification request to question 16, the call out ammunitions are not currently available and if the Government will not alleviate the requirement for Contractor testing with the specific ammunition in the SOW, will the Government provide GFE ammunition for contractor testing?

ANSWER: See answer to Question 13.

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42.)

QUESTION:

Page 12, para "c." states that:

The manufacturer shall repair the inoperable weapon back to factory specifications and return the weapon to the end user within 90 days.

Is the 90 day window from the date that the items are received to the date that the items are shipped, or to the date that the items are received, regardless of geographical location?

For warranty repair shipping, FOB Origin or Destination?

What level of shipping security is required?

Will the pick-up and delivery locations be centralized (Depot or Field delivery)?

If so, what is the location; if not, what will the locations be?

Is there a required or recommended shipping service?

ANSWER: The 90 day window shall begin on the date that the manufacturer receives a weapon for service and shall end on the date DEA receives the weapon serviced weapon. Initial weapon shipments will be to Quantico, VA (centralized). FOB Destination. There is no required or recommended shipping service or level of shipping security.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Description Page Number

Section 1: Schedule of Supplies or Services

Section 2: Statement of Work

Section 3: Solicitation Provisions

Section 4: Contract Clauses

Section 5: List of Attachments & Exhibits

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SECTION 1 SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES OR SERVICES

1.0 ITEMS TO BE ACQUIRED

The contractor shall furnish all supplies, and otherwise do all things necessary to, or incident to, providing semi-automatic rifles and accessories pursuant to Section 2, Statement of Work.

1.1 MAXIMUM VALUE AND MINIMUM GUARANTEE

The maximum value for this contract (inclusive of the aggregate price of all delivery orders issued) shall not exceed $(sum of estimated total price for all CLINs). The guaranteed minimum under this contract is 5 semi-automatic rifles for the base year only.

1.2 SCHEDULE

(a) The following represents the price schedule for this contract:

Base Period - 12 months after Contract Award

CLIN SUPPLIES/SERVICES EST UNIT UNIT EST

QTY PRICE TOTAL

PRICE

0001 Semi-automatic rifle ackage 250 EA $ $ 0002 Cleanin Kit 500 EA $ $ 0003 Discreet Carry Case 500 EA $ $ 0004 Slin 500 EA $ $ 0005 Iron Sights 500 EA $ $ 0006A&B Magazines (2 manufacturers) 500 EA $ $ 0007 5 year Warrant 250 EA $ $ 0008 Refurbishment 250 EA $ $ Est. Total $

Option Period I - 12 months after expiration of Base Period

CLIN SUPPLIES/SERVICES EST UNIT UNIT EST

QTY PRICE TOTAL

PRICE

0001 Semi-automatic rifle package 250 EA $ $ 0002 Cleaning Kit 500 EA $ $ 0003 Discreet Carry Case 500 EA $ $ 0004 Sling 500 EA $ $ 0005 Iron Si hts 500 EA $ $ 0006A&B Magazines (2 manufacturers) 500 EA $ $ 0007 5 year Warrant 250 EA $ $ 0008 Refurbishment 250 EA $ $ Est. Total $

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Option Period II - 12 months after expiration of Option Period I

CLIN SUPPLIES/SERVICES EST QTY UNIT UNIT EST

PRICE TOTAL

PRICE

0001 Semi-automatic rifle package 250 EA $ $ 0002 Cleanin Kit 500 EA $ $ 0003 Case 500 EA $ $

0004 500 EA $ $

0005 Iron Sights 500 EA $ $ 0006A&B Ma azines (2 manufacturers) 500 EA $ $ 0007 5 year Warrant 250 EA $ $ 0008 Refurbishment 250 EA $ $ Est. Total $

Option Period III - 12 months after expiration of Option Period II

CLIN SUPPLIES/SERVICES EST UNIT UNIT EST

QTY PRICE TOTAL

PRICE

0001 Semi-automatic rifle package 250 EA $ $ 0002 Cleanin Kit 500 EA $ $ 0003 Discreet Carry Case 500 EA $ $ 0004 Sling 500 EA $ $ 0005 Iron Si hts 500 EA $ $ 0006A&B Ma azines (2 manufacturers) 500 EA $ $ 0007 5 year Warrant 250 EA $ $ 0008 Refurbishment 250 EA $ $ Est. Total $

Option Period IV - 12 months after expiration of Option Period III

CLIN SUPPLIES/SERVICES EST UNIT UNIT EST

QTY PRICE TOTAL

PRICE

0001 Semi-automatic rifle package 250 EA $ $ 0002 Cleanin Kit 500 EA $ $ 0003 Discreet Carr Case 500 EA $ $ 0004 Slin 500 EA $ $ 0005 Iron Sights 500 EA $ $ 0006A&B Ma azines (2 manufacturers) 500 EA $ $ 0007 5 ear Warrant 250 EA $ $ 0008 Refurbishment 250 EA $ $ Est. Total $

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(b) Supplies specified above by Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) shall be obtained by issuance of delivery orders. Supplies may be ordered (by CLIN) at any time up to 30 days prior to the end date of Option Period IV, at the price specified. Delivery orders will be issued in accordance with paragraph ( d) below. The aggregate dollar amount of all delivery order funding obligations shall not exceed the maximum value of this contract as specified in the Section 1 clause entitled "Maximum Value and Minimum Guarantee."

( c) The Government shall pay the contractor the price per CLIN that is in effect on the effective date of the delivery order, even if the delivery order is later modified for any reason and/or delivery under the delivery order crosses into another performance period.

(d) This contract will support all Federal agencies via the issuance of delivery orders by the respective agency Contracting Officer. Agency Contracting Officers shall contact the DEA Contract Specialist for approval prior to the issuance of any delivery order. The DEA Contract Specialist will check the available quantities for each CLIN and reserves the right to deny delivery order issuance. The contractor shall provide supplies in accordance with each individual Delivery Order.

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SECTION2 STATEMENT OF WORK

REQUIREMENT

Weapon Description: The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) requires a .308 Winchester caliber carbine capable of semi-automatic fire for issue to Special Agents assigned to enforcement duties in both CONUS and OCONUS. The carbine shall be similar in function, appearance, and construction to ARIS pattern carbines currently in service with DEA. The carbine should be capable of accurate semi-automatic fire out to 300 meters. This weapon must lend itself to efficient operation of all controls for both left and right-handed shooters. Based on required training and operational needs, it is anticipated that a weapon could be required to fire in excess of 10,000 rounds during the service years of the firearm.

Offerors must be the manufacturer of at least one major component part of the weapon in order to submit under this solicitation. The major component parts are defined herein as: Barrel, upper receiver, lower receiver, bolt carrier assembly.

Scope of Contract: The DEA in partnership with the Federal Bureau oflnvestigation (FBI), and other federal agencies have an estimated requirement of 250 carbines over a five year period.

Each carbine shall come in a package consisting of a discrete carry bag, the carbine, an adjustable sling, flip-up iron sights, six 20-round magazines, an owner's manual, and a cleaning kit. The DEA requires the ability to purchase the individual components of the package directly from the selected carbine manufacturer as individual line items. The minimum amount purchased through this statement of work is five (5) carbines the first year of the contract.

Definitions/Glossary

);;>- Bevel (magazine well) - The removal of sharp edges at the entrance of the magazine well to facilitate magazine insertion.

);;>- Flare (magazine well) - The expansion or shaping of the receiver at the entrance of the magazine well to facilitate insertion of the magazine.

);;>- Tools (special) - Tools designed by the manufacturer specifically for the installation of any part of the weapon (ex: sights, fore end, barrel nut, etc ... ).

SPECIFICATIONS:

Caliber/ Ammunition:

a. The carbine shall be chambered to accept the .308 Winchester and 7.62 x 5 lmm NATO cartridges.

b. Unless otherwise noted, all ammunition used for accuracy and endurance testing shall be:

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Remington .308 Win, 150grain (PRC308FBI -- PRC308W A may be substituted for PRC308FBI for manufacturer testing)

Match grade .308 ammunition with an open tip projectile weighing 168 to 175 grains.

(Example: 168 grain Sierra Match King BTHP ammunition (GM308M)).

Weapon Size

a. Barrel length shall be 16" ( +/- Yi") as measured from the rear of the chamber to the tip of the muzzle (not including the muzzle flash hider).

b. Maximum overall length of the carbine shall be no more than 40") with the stock fully extended (including muzzle flash hider).

c. Maximum empty weight of the carbine shall not exceed 10.5 lbs. This weight includes the weight of carbine, flip up sights (attached), and any removable accessory mounting provisions required to meet the specifications for mounting accessories detailed below. No other accessories, including magazines, shall be attached.

Operation

a. The carbine shall fire all rounds from a closed bolt position, with the bolt forward and locked

b. The carbine shall have a bolt lock lever. The bolt lock lever shall automatically lock the bolt in the rear position upon firing the last round, or upon full retraction of the bolt while an empty magazine is in place. Using the bolt lock lever, it shall be possible for the shooter to manually lock the bolt to the rear without a magazine inserted. It shall be possible to release the bolt from the locked (rear) position with the lever. The bolt lock shall be easily manipulated by either the right or the left hand when using a two-handed grip. The bolt lock lever shall be designed in such a way that it is unlikely that the shooter will inadvertently activate or override the control during normal firing.

c. The charging handle shall be capable of being manually drawn to the opened rearward position with the support hand without having to remove the strong hand or controlling gun hand from the pistol grip of the carbine. (Ambidextrous charging handle is preferred.)

d. The bolt shall be capable of being released, from the open and locked position, with the support hand only. This will allow the shooter to chamber a round without having to remove the strong hand or controlling gun hand from the pistol grip of the carbine. (Ambidextrous bolt catch is preferred.)

e. The magazine catch shall be located on the carbine within two inches of the magazine to allow for quick removal of the magazine from the carbine without having to remove the

Page 5of37 strong hand or controlling gun hand from the pistol grip of the carbine. It is preferred that the carbine design permit the magazine catch to be readily changed to either the right or left side of the frame. This preference can also be achieved with a magazine catch that is present on both sides of the frame (Ambidextrous magazine catch is preferred).

f. The magazine catch shall be designed to permit positive release of the magazine when fully pressed by the shooter.

g. The magazine catch shall be designed and positioned to reduce the likelihood of inadvertent release of the magazine during use.

h. Selector Switch- The selector switch shall determine the safe and fire position of the carbine.

The selector switch shall be located to allow for ambidextrous operation with the pistol grip hand. The selector switch shall offer only the following positions: safe and semi-automatic (one round per trigger press) fire positions. The selector switch shall further act as an active safety device by internally blocking the trigger mechanism from movement when placed in a safe position.

1. Magazine Disconnect- None permitted. It shall be possible to fire the carbine with the magazine removed.

J. Hammer Disconnect- The carbine shall have a mechanism which shall prevent the hammer from being released if the trigger is held to the rear after firing.

k. Weapon condition during loading-It shall be possible to cycle the action through the carbine while the selector switch is in the safe position.

Collapsible Stock

a. The carbine shall be designed to allow the shooter to quickly and efficiently reduce the overall length of the carbine for transportation and discreet carrying purposes. The shortening capability of the carbine will be made at the rear of the carbine reducing the overall length of the carbine by a minimum of 3 inches. The carbine should also be capable of being quickly and safely fired in the collapsed condition.

b. The stock of the carbine shall be made entirely of corrosion resistant materials, other than wood. This is to enhance its lightweight capability and to prevent breakage and decay due to adverse environmental conditions experienced by federal law enforcement throughout the world.

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DJD-14-R-0019

c. Pistol Grip Stock- The carbine shall be designed with a pistol grip configuration to allow the shooter to achieve a similar grip as to what would be used to hold a pistol. This allows for enhanced weapon controllability with the strong hand and similarity of training.

d. The external front strap, rear strap, and sides of the grip shall provide a non-slip surface on the area of hand contact with the pistol grip during firing.

e. The grip shall be designed to accommodate the average sized shooter's hand.

f. The distance from the bottom of the trigger guard to the lowest point on the front, bottom frame edge shall be sufficient to allow a shooter with average sized hand to fire the carbine while wearing military style Nomex flight gloves.

Sights

a. The carbine shall be equipped with sights adjustable for windage and elevation: similar to Troy Industries part number SSIG-IAR-SMBT-00 but that flip up under spring pressure. Any standard AR type sight, approximately 2.5 inch height over bore, will meet the "equal" criteria.

b. The carbine shall have a protected front sight post (to prevent damage or movement during use) located near the muzzle of the weapon that folds down. It is preferred that the front sight flips up under spring pressure and lock in the upright position.

c. The carbine shall have protected rear sight that folds down, which will be located at the top of the upper receiver to allow the shooter quick sight alignment relief and to give maximum distance between the front and rear sights. It is preferred that the rear sight flips up under spring pressure and lock in the upright position.

d. All windage and elevation sight adjustments shall be made without the use of specialized tools.

e. Sight adjustment for windage shall be capable of being made at the rear sight in Yi minute of angle (MOA) increments. The rear sight shall have two apertures which the shooter can rapidly switch between. The openings of the two apertures shall be of different dimensions (one fine, one coarse).

f. Sight adjustment for elevation shall be made at the front sight location.

g. The front sight shall be designed to limit glare, under a variety of light conditions.

h. Any adjusting mechanism or element thereof shall be afforded protection in the event the weapon is inadvertently dropped or bumped.

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i. The dimensions of the front and rear sight shall allow the shooter to acquire sight alignment rapidly.

J. The sights shall be constructed of metal.

k. The front and rear sights shall be removable and replaceable by shooter.

I. If special tools are required for sight installation, the manufacturer shall supply them at a ratio of one set of tools for each 5 carbines delivered.

m. Sight Zero- Utilizing the test ammunition specified sights shall be capable of being adjusted so as to place the center of a five shot group, fired from a bench rest or machine rest at 100 yards, within a 3 inch radius of the point of aim (approx. 3 MOA).

Muzzle Device

a. The carbine shall be equipped with a flash hider (no muzzle brakes) similar in function and durability to an A2 style flash hider. The muzzle device shall be less than three inches in length. This muzzle device must reduce and dissipate muzzle flash and preferably also regulate the amount of muzzle rise during recoil. This muzzle device must not redirect muzzle gasses rearward toward the shooter, and minimally persons adjacent to the shooter.

b. Durability is a concern as the weapon will be subjected to a drop test during which the carbine is dropped onto the muzzle from a height of 48".

Trigger

a. The trigger may be single stage or two stage.

b. Trigger Press- The trigger press of the carbine shall not be less than 4.5 lbs. or more than 6.0 lbs. as measured by free weights.

c. Trigger Reach- The carbine shall have a maximum trigger reach of 3.6 inches. The measurement shall be determined by wrapping a length of string beginning at a center position on the back strap of the pistol grip, around the right grip, to a center point on the trigger face (as near the location of the shooter' s index finger, as practicable, when preparing to fire) , and around the left grip to the point-of-origin. The string shall be maintained parallel to the bore axis. The string shall be marked at an overlap point, the string removed, length measured, and the distance halved (divided by 2).

Magazines

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a. The manufacturer shall offer each carbine with six, 20-round magazines. Additional 20-round magazines shall be available for purchase as a line item.

b. Magazine Base Plates- The magazine base plates shall be removable, without any specialized tools, for magazine disassembly and cleaning. The magazine base plate shall perform the following functions:

1) Facilitate firm, positive seating of the magazine during loading.

2) Be constructed of durable material and designed to withstand the repeated impact of being dropped onto hard surfaces.

3) Enable positive gripping and rapid manual extraction of the magazine ifthe magazine is locked in place by a double feed or other malfunction and/or the shooter is wearing gloves.

c. Magazine Body- The magazine body shall lock positively in the magazine well; shall release and should fall free from the magazine well whether the magazine is fully loaded, partially loaded, or empty

d. Magazine Follower- Shall move freely in the magazine body without binding or jamming and must position each round for positive feeding.

e. Magazine Well- The edges at the entrance of the magazine well shall be beveled. The magazine well shall be flared.

f. Manufactured Magazine - Magazines must be manufactured by at least two separate comparues.

Exterior Finish of Carbine

a. General Finish: Non-reflective, matte, black.

b. Shall be constructed of material with a finish that is durable, rust resistant and salt water corrosion resistant.

c. All exterior parts shall be devoid of gouges, sharp edges, or rough areas which could snag on holsters, clothing, or cause injury of discomfort to the shooter.

Interior Parts Finish

a. All internal surfaces shall be void of rough surfaces at critical points of movement and polished as necessary to provide minimal friction and wear, and to promote functional reliability.

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b. Internal parts finish should be rust resistant and salt water corrosion resistant. It is preferred these parts are coated to increase longevity and reduce friction.

Manufacturing Defects

There shall be no anomalies or defects in manufacturing of parts or design defects that could cause a compromise in functional reliability (i.e., failure to fire) or create a safety hazard for the shooter. DEA Armorers will look for any anomalies or defects during the weapon inspection.

Assembly/Disassembly of Carbine and Magazine

a. Carbine and magazines shall not be composed of parts that can be easily or readily incorrectly assembled or reversed during assembly in such a manner as to render the carbine/magazine inoperable.

b. Carbine and magazines shall be capable of being field stripped without the use of tools except for a drift punch.

Parts Interchangeability

All carbine parts shall be interchangeable.

Training

The manufacturer of the selected carbine shall provide, at the DEA/ FBI discretion, armorer/gunsmith training to at least 20 DEA and FBI armorers on-site at the FBI Academy, Quantico, within 30 days of receipt of the first delivery of weapons.

Specifically, such training shall include complete detailed disassembly and assembly of the weapons, diagnosis and resolution of malfunctions, fitting of parts, training in the functioning and engineering of the design, symptoms of impending malfunctions and actual malfunctions, necessary tools and their proper use, and necessary dimensions and tolerances. The manufacturer shall bring the necessary tools to training for demonstration purposes.

Accessories

a. Cleaning Kit

The carbine package cleaning kit shall include, but not limited to: one bore rod, a metal wire chamber and bore brush, a slotted tip for bore patches, a dual end nylon bristle utility brush, .308 bore snake and any other items the manufacturer deems necessary for the proper field cleaning of the weapon per factory specifications. (J Dewey Manufacturing Complete AR-10 Cleaning Kit PN: AR 308 Kit - 36 or equal.) It is preferred that the cleaning kit be contained in a soft sided pouch for ease of transport.

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b. Discreet Carry Case

The carbine package discreet carry case shall be designed to carry the carbine in a discreet and non-obtrusive manner while allowing for quick access to the weapon. Blackhawk Homeland Security Discreet Carry Case (65DC40 BK) or similar. The case shall be of a shape that does not conform to the shape of the weapon. The case shall be constructed of# 1000 denier abrasion and water resistant nylon or comparable material, be black in color, have no external markings, logos or insignia that would identify the case as a weapons bag. The case shall be padded with at least 3/8" closed cell foam, come equipped with at least #9 YKK heavy-duty zippers, and have a padded and detachable shoulder strap. The case shall have at least two (2) compartments, one of which is capable of holding the carbine securely fastened while being carried. The second compartment shall be large enough to hold additional equipment including extra ammunition, magazines, and a cleaning kit. The case shall have at least four ( 4) interior pouches with flaps that will hold carbine magazines securely in place.

c. Accessory Attachment Points

The carbine shall be capable of being equipped with picatinny compatible accessories (ex: white light, vertical fore grip, bipod, laser, etc ... ). Accessory mounting provisions must be included on both the right and left sides and on the bottom of the hand guard. The manufacturer may include an attachment provision on the top of the hand guard. A rail system that is integral to the hand guard, as a replacement of the hand guard, or is an attachment to the hand guard are all acceptable. Troy Alpha rail part number STRX-AL1-13BT-01 or equal. The top of the upper receiver shall be a flat top style compatible with picatinny mounts.

d.Sling

The carbine sling shall be adjustable and similar in design, function and construction to V-TAC Viking Tactics Original Sling CODE: VTAC-MKI or Blue Force Gear Vickers Sling, VCAS-OA sling or equal. The sling shall be black heavy-duty nylon webbing or comparable material that is durable and resilient to changes in weather and climate. The sling and attachment hardware shall be heavy-duty and capable of withstanding extended use under adverse conditions. The sling shall be long enough to allow the operator to sling the carbine around the neck and/or over the shooting shoulder and shall be of sufficient length to accommodate a wide range of individuals.

Slings shall be of a two point attachment style.

Ambidextrous Sling Connection Points- The carbine shall include ambidextrous sling connection points to accommodate the attachment of the sling to the carbine for left and right handed shooters. The carbine shall be equipped with multiple ambidextrous connection points to allow for the attachment of different styles of slings. Connection sites include the rear of the stock, the front and/or rear of the lower receiver, and at or near the front sight/hand guard area of the weapon.

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Warranty and Quality Control/ Inspection, Testing and Acceptance

a. The manufacturer shall provide a standard warranty for a period of five years on carbines purchased under this contract. The five year warranty shall take into consideration the estimated average firing rate of five thousand (5,000) rounds of ammunition within this time frame.