RAID_JACKET_SPECS.pdf

DETAIL SPECIFICATION

JACKET, CONCEALABLE IDENTIFICATION

This specification is approved for use by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and is available for use by all departments.

1. SCOPE

1.1 Scope. This specification covers the requirements for one type of concealable identification jacket (“Raid Jacket”).

1.2 Classification. This jacket shall be furnished in the following sizes:

1.2.1 Small 34-36

1.2.2 Medium 38-40

1.2.3 Large 42-44

1.2.4 Extra Large 46-48

1.2.5 Extra Extra Large 50-52

2. REQUIREMENTS

2.1 First Article. When specified, a sample shall be subjected to first article inspection, in accordance with section 5.2.

2.2 Materials. The use of recycled materials is encouraged when practical, as long as it meets the requirements of this document.

2.2.1 Performance Specification

2.2.1.1 All elastic must be fully concealed and stitched in the garment.

2.2.2 Design Specification

2.2.2.1 Navy Blue

2.2.2.2 Breathable fabric

2.2.2.3 Water resistance

2.2.2.4 Minimum of 120 gsm

2.2.2.5 Any inner lining;

2.2.2.5.1 Smooth finish

2.2.2.5.2 Fully attached and stitched to the shell on all sides

2.2.2.5.3 Cannot be mesh lined nor of a perforated fabric

2.2.2.6 Cuffs and hem;

2.2.2.6.1 Elastic and/or

2.2.2.6.2 Hook and loop fabric

2.2.2.6.3 Hook and loop fabric backing for embroidered “FBI” removable tabs

2.3 Design.

2.3.1 Performance Specification

2.3.1.1 Provide instant visual recognition that the wearer is employed by the FBI

2.3.1.2 Enable armed individual to safely sweep jacket away from his/her holster when drawing and holstering a handgun

2.3.1.3 Interior does not interfere with holstered handgun while it is being carried or when the garment is swept-away for drawing and holstering a handgun

2.3.1.4 Any “FBI” identifiable marking is concealable or removable

2.3.2 Design Specification

2.3.2.1 The front and back length must be a minimum of 24 inches in length for size

Large

2.3.2.2 Front and back panels must cover an FBI-issued duty holster, Safariland, 7378FBI-83F-411-150, 7378FBI-83F-412-150

2.3.2.3 Full center front zipper

2.3.2.4 Sleeve cuff; Elastic or hook and loop closing tab that lies on the top of the wearer’s hand so as to not interfere with the draw of a holstered handgun

2.3.2.5 Hem; may be elastic

2.3.2.6 Cannot have any draw strings or draw string devices on interior or exterior of garment

2.3.2.7 Minimum Two Front exterior pockets

2.3.2.8 Concealable FBI identification on front, back panels and on each sleeve

2.3.2.8.1 Concealable/removable identification pull-out panels at back/rear panel

2.3.2.8.2 Removable identification pull-out panel at horizontal, closable front-panel, exterior breast pockets

2.3.2.8.3 Sew-on hook and loop fabric on each shoulder/arm to accommodate

3.5”X2” identification patch

2.3.2.8.4 Identification panel for back/rear of jacket at pull-out with yellow, heat-pressed lettering or equivalent durable marking material reflecting “FBI” in 10”X4” lettering on a dark black or dark blue background

2.3.2.8.5 Two (2) identification tabs with hook and loop fabric backing, embroidered reflecting “FBI” with 3.5”X2” lettering on a dark black or dark blue background, suitable for mounting on the hook and loop fabric on each shoulder/arm of the jacket

2.3.2.8.6 All embroidered tabs dimensions should match the dimensions of the hook and loop fabric sewn on the arms

2.3.2.8.7 One (1) identification panel with yellow heat-pressed reflecting “FBI” in

4.5”x2” lettering, on a dark black or dark blue backing, permanently mounted on the right-front jacket panel as a pull-out panel

3. VERIFICATION

3.1 Responsibility for inspection. Unless otherwise specified in the contract or purchase order, the contractor is responsible for the performance of all inspection requirements

(examination and tests) as specified herein. Except as otherwise specified in the contract or purchase order, the contractor may use his/her own or any other facilities suitable for the performance of the inspection requirements specified herein unless disapproved by the

Government. The Government reserves the right to perform any inspections where such inspection is deemed necessary to ensure supplies or services conform to prescribed requirements.

3.1.1 Responsibility for compliance. All items shall meet all requirements of section 2.

Requirements. The inspection set forth in this specification shall become a part of the contractor’s overall inspection system or quality program. The absence of any inspection requirements in the specification shall not relive the contractor of the responsibility of ensuring that all products or supplies submitted to the Government for acceptance comply with all requirements of the contract or purchase order.

Sampling inspection, as part of manufacturing operations, is an acceptable practice to ascertain conformance to requirements. However, this does not authorize submission of known defective material, either indicated or actual, nor does it commit the Government to accept defective material.

3.2 Classification of inspection. The inspection requirements specified herein are classified as follows:

3.2.1 First article inspection (see 5.2)

3.2.2 Quality conformance inspection (see 3.4)

3.3 First article inspection. The first article shall be inspected as specified in 5.2 for compliance with design, construction, workmanship and dimensional requirements. The presence of any defect shall be cause for rejection of the first article.

3.4 Quality conformance inspection. The acceptance criteria as specified in the contract or purchase order and shall be binding.

3.4.1 Components and materials shall be tested in accordance with all the requirements of this specification unless otherwise excluded, amended, modified, or qualified in this specification or applicable procurement documentation.

3.4.2 In-process inspection. Inspection may be made at any point or during any phase of the manufacturing process to determine whether construction details which cannot be examined in the finished product are in accordance with specified requirements.

Whenever nonconformance is noted, correction shall be made to the items affected and the lot in-process. Items that cannot be corrected shall be removed from production.

4. METHOD OF INSPECTION

4.1 The delivery of all jackets will be monitored and tracked by FTU Program point of contact

(POC) at FBI Quantico, VA. Items tracked included timely delivery of jackets, accuracy of order and condition of delivery upon receipt. Vendor will be notified by FBI personnel of quantity deficiencies. Vendor will be expected to correct quantity deficiencies. Egregious or consistent quantity deficiencies may result in termination of contract.

4.1.1 Acceptance and Quality Assurance testing will consist of a visual inspection and may consist of a test for function and fit. If a jacket fails this inspection, the jacket will be returned to the contractor and the contractor will ship a replacement jacket at no cost to the Government and at the contractor’s expense.

4.1.2 All jackets will be inspected to confirm that hook and loop fastener has been sewn onto each sleeve and that embroidered FBI tabs are with each jacket. It will also be confirmed that each jacket has an included FBI stenciled rear and front concealable display tab. If these items are not included, the contactor will be notified and replacement tabs will shipped at no cost to the Government and at the contractor’s expense.

4.1.3 Zippers will be inspected to ensure that they function properly. If a zipper is found defective, the jacket will be returned to the contractor for a replacement. The contractor will ship a replacement jacket at no cost to the Government and at the contractor’s expense.

4.1.4 Each jacket will be inspected to ensure that the size of the jacket is the same as the size indicated on the label of the jacket. If the jacket size is not correctly labeled, the contractor will ship a replacement jacket at no cost to the Government and at the contractor’s expense.

4.1.5 Each jacket will be inspected to confirm that there are no unfinished or frayed seams. The jacket that fails this inspection will be returned to contractor. The contractor will ship a replacement jacket at no cost to the Government and at the contractor’s expense.

5. NOTES

5.1 Intended use. The jackets covered by this specification are intended to be worn in all weather conditions. The jackets are intended to be worn over normal attire.

5.2 First article. First article inspection shall be performed on the first article produced. The contract shall include specific instruction in the acquisition documents regarding arrangements for examinations, approval of first article test results, and disposition of first articles. The Government reserves the right to waive the requirement for samples for first article inspection to those bidders offering a product which has been previously acquired or tested by the Government and that bidders offering such products, who wish to rely on such production or test, must furnish evidence with their build that prior Government approval is presently appropriate for any resulting contract.