Holster.Contract.Testing.Protcols.7.29.2020.pdf

FTU RFQ NUMBER FTU0003679 (29 JULY 2020)

Testing Protocols

Section 1.

FBI TESTING PROTOCOLS – GLOCK 19M DUTY/CONCEALABLE HOLSTER

I. ADMINISTRATIVE

A. This document details the testing procedures and evaluation criteria for the FBI’s selection of holsters.

B. All testing will be administered by the Firearms Training Unit (FTU), located at

Quantico, Virginia.

C. All testing will be conducted with a Glock 19M pistol unless otherwise noted.

D. Evaluators will consist of Subject Matter Experts (SME’s), as well as the available agent population.

E. If different Contractors submit identical items from the same Manufacturer, the

FTU will randomly select the submitted Manufacturer items required for testing in order to avoid duplicate testing of the same manufactured item.

II. OFFEROR REQUIRED ITEMS

The Contractor shall supply a total of five (5) sample items representing the holster being submitted for consideration.

Of the five (5) holster samples: 4 Right hand and 1 Left hand

III. TECHNICAL EVALUATION

Evaluations will consist of a three-phase process. Any requested documentation that is not included with the original submission may disqualify an Offeror from further consideration.

PHASE I: Compliance with Attachment II - Statement of Work

PHASE II: Pass/ Fail Tests

PHASE III: End User Assessment

Phase I

Compliance with Attachment II- Statement of Work

The Holster Selection Committee (HSC) shall examine one of each submitted holster and magazine pouch in order to ensure that it meets the requirements outlined in Attachment

II- Statement of Work. Any submission failing to meet any one of the listed specifications shall fail and will not proceed further through the testing process.

Phase II

Pass/ Fail Tests

Holsters and magazine pouches shall be subjected to a series of tests to evaluate their viability in environmental extremes. These tests will be graded as Pass/ Fail. Any holster or magazine pouch failing to properly function shall fail and will not continue further in the evaluation process.

1. Two (2) holsters from each offeror will be selected for this assessment. Tap water will be de-chlorinated with a chlorine neutralizer. Synthetic “Instant

Ocean” salt or commercially available equivalent will be added to achieve a salinity adjusted to a specific gravity of 1.020 – 1.023 as measured by a hydrometer. Each holster will be fully submerged in the salt water solution for 6-

8 minutes. Thereafter, the holster will be removed and stored in an environmentally controlled room (68-72 deg. F, 30-50% humidity) for a minimum of 2 hours not to exceed 3 hours. The holster will then be fully submerged in tap water and then immediately removed. The holster will be returned to the environmentally controlled room for a period of 20 hours not to exceed 28 hours.

The holsters will be examined for signs of corrosion and must allow the HSC to function the draw and then holster the weapon. There can be no degradation in the material or construction of the holster.

2. Two (2) holsters from each offeror (with the gun inserted) will be dropped into sand1 from a height of 5 feet. Each tested holster will be dropped four times:

a. Muzzle up

b. Muzzle down

c. Left side down

d. Right side down

The holster must allow the HSC to function the draw and then holster the weapon upon removal from the sand. There can be no degradation in the material or construction of the holster. There can be no degradation in the retention device.

1 29 Fine play sand, (Quikrete Play Sand, model 111351) and coarse sand (Sakrete, All Purpose Sand, UPC 7-64661-15160-9) mixed by weight 50/50 and set to a minimum depth of 4” in the test fixture.

3. Grab test: The grab test shall test the holster’s retention capability to maintain the weapon in the holster. One (1) holster from each offeror shall be inverted and secured to an affixed base. A weapon will be inserted into the holster. A 10 lb weight shall be attached to the weapon and if the weapon falls free, the holster will fail. If the overall integrity of the holster is diminished in any way during this event, so that it can no longer be used as designed, the holster will fail.

Phase III

End User Assessment

Holsters shall be evaluated over a series of categories by a group of 20 evaluators, including live fire conditions. These evaluators shall be selected from among FBI personnel. Evaluators shall participate in the below captioned testing.

Stage 1: Evaluators, wearing a concealing garment, shall start with three magazines of 5 rounds and a holstered weapon. They will draw, fire one round and holster. Evaluators shall work through all three magazines.

Stage 2: Evaluators shall start with three magazines of 5 rounds and a holstered weapon.

From a seated position, they will draw, fire one round and holster. Evaluators shall work through all three magazines.

Stage 3: Evaluators (under supervision of Instructors from the FBI Academy Physical

Training Unit) shall work with a second evaluator to conduct several “grab tests,” utilizing a safe and empty pistol from the front and rear, with an exposed holster. Special attention shall be given to introducing torque to the weapon in each of the four cardinal directions (front, rear, left, right) prior to attempting its removal. Any diminished integrity of the holster may be considered in the scoring.

Evaluators shall also make several attempts to draw the weapon with their support hand.

Section 2.

FBI TESTING PROTOCOLS – GLOCK 19M DUTY/CONCEALABLE HOLSTER

With an Active Retention Device

IV. ADMINISTRATIVE

F. This document details the testing procedures and evaluation criteria for the FBI’s selection of holsters.

G. All testing will be administered by the Firearms Training Unit (FTU), located at

Quantico, Virginia.

H. All testing will be conducted with a Glock 19M pistol unless otherwise noted.

I. Evaluators will consist of SME’s, as well as the available agent population.

J. If different Contractors submit identical items from the same Manufacturer, the

V. OFFEROR REQUIRED ITEMS

VI. TECHNICAL EVALUATION

The Holster Selection Committee (HSC) shall examine one of each submitted holster and magazine pouch in order to ensure that it meets the requirements outlined in Attachment

Pass/ Fail Tests

Holsters and magazine pouches shall be subjected to a series of tests to evaluate their viability in environmental extremes. These tests will be graded as Pass/ Fail. Any

4. Two (2) holsters from each offeror will be selected for this assessment. Tap

Ocean” salt or commercially available equivalent will be added to achieve a salinity adjusted to a specific gravity of 1.020 – 1.023 as measured by a hydrometer. Each holster will be fully submerged in the salt water solution for 6-

8 minutes. Thereafter, the holster will be removed and stored in an environmentally controlled room (68-72 deg. F, 30-50% humidity) for a minimum of 2 hours not to exceed 3 hours. The holster will then be fully submerged in tap water and then immediately removed. The holster will be returned to the environmentally controlled room for a period of 20 hours not to exceed 28 hours.

The holsters will be examined for signs of corrosion and must allow the HSC to function the draw and then holster the weapon. There can be no degradation in the material or construction of the holster.

5. Two (2) holsters from each offeror (with the gun inserted) will be dropped into sand2 from a height of 5 feet. Each tested holster will be dropped four times:

a. Muzzle up

b. Muzzle down

6. Grab test: The grab test shall test the holster’s retention capability from a forceful attempt to remove the weapon from the holster without disengaging the retention device. One (1) holster from each offeror shall be inverted and secured to an affixed base. A weapon will be inserted into the holster with the retention device activated. A 10 lb weight shall be attached to the weapon utilizing a tether

2 29 Fine play sand, (Quikrete Play Sand, model 111351) and coarse sand (Sakrete, All Purpose Sand, UPC approximately 39 inches long. The weight shall be dropped straight down. If the weapon falls free, the holster will fail. If the overall integrity of the holster is diminished in any way during this event, so that it can no longer be used as designed, the holster will fail.

Holsters shall be evaluated over a series of categories by a group of 20 evaluators, shall work through all three magazines.

Stage 2: Evaluators shall start with three magazines of 5 rounds and a holstered weapon.

From a seated position, they will draw, fire one round and holster. Evaluators shall work through all three magazines.

Stage 3: Evaluators (under supervision of Instructors from the FBI Academy Physical

Training Unit) shall work with a second evaluator to conduct several “grab tests,” utilizing a safe and empty pistol from the front and rear, with an exposed holster, without purposefully disengaging the retention device. Special attention shall be given to introducing torque to the weapon in each of the four cardinal directions (front, rear, left, right) prior to attempting its removal. Any failure of the retention device, removal of the weapon, or diminished integrity of the holster may be considered in the scoring.

Evaluators shall also make several attempts to draw the weapon with their support hand

Section 3.

FBI TESTING PROTOCOLS – GLOCK 19M TACTICAL HOLSTER

VII. ADMINISTRATIVE

K. This document details the testing procedures and evaluation criteria for the FBI’s selection of holsters.

L. All testing will be administered by the Firearms Training Unit (FTU), located at

Quantico, Virginia.

M. All testing will be conducted with a Glock 19M pistol unless otherwise noted.

N. Evaluators will consist of SME’s, as well as the available agent population.

O. If different Contractors submit identical items from the same Manufacturer, the

VIII. OFFEROR REQUIRED ITEMS

IX. TECHNICAL EVALUATION

The Holster Selection Committee (HSC) shall examine one of each submitted holster and magazine pouch in order to ensure that it meets the requirements outlined in Attachment

Holsters and magazine pouches shall be subjected to a series of tests to evaluate their viability in environmental extremes. These tests will be graded as Pass/ Fail. Any

7. Two (2) holsters from each offeror will be selected for this assessment. Tap

Ocean” salt or commercially available equivalent will be added to achieve a salinity adjusted to a specific gravity of 1.020 – 1.023 as measured by a hydrometer. Each holster will be fully submerged in the salt water solution for 6-

8 minutes. Thereafter, the holster will be removed and stored in an environmentally controlled room (68-72 deg. F, 30-50% humidity) for a minimum of 2 hours not to exceed 3 hours. The holster will then be fully submerged in tap water and then immediately removed. The holster will be returned to the environmentally controlled room for a period of 20 hours not to exceed 28 hours.

The holsters will be examined for signs of corrosion and must allow the HSC to function the draw and then holster the weapon. There can be no degradation in the material or construction of the holster.

8. Two (2) holsters from each offeror (with the gun inserted) will be dropped into sand3 from a height of 5 feet. Each tested holster will be dropped four times:

a. Muzzle up

b. Muzzle down

9. Grab test: The grab test shall test the holster’s retention capability from a forceful attempt to remove the weapon from the holster without disengaging the retention device. One (1) holster from each offeror shall be inverted and secured to an

3 29 Fine play sand, (Quikrete Play Sand, model 111351) and coarse sand (Sakrete, All Purpose Sand, UPC approximately 39 inches long. The weight shall be dropped straight down. If the weapon falls free, the holster will fail. If the overall integrity of the holster is

Holsters shall be evaluated over a series of categories by a group of 20 evaluators, shall work through all three magazines.

Stage 2: Evaluators shall start with three magazines of 5 rounds and a holstered weapon.

From a seated position, they will draw, fire one round and holster. Evaluators shall work through all three magazines.

Stage 3: Evaluators (under supervision of Instructors from the FBI Academy Physical

Training Unit) shall work with a second evaluator to conduct several “grab tests,” utilizing a safe and empty pistol from the front and rear, with an exposed holster, without purposefully disengaging the retention device. Special attention shall be given to introducing torque to the weapon in each of the four cardinal directions (front, rear, left, right) prior to attempting its removal. Any failure of the retention device, removal of the

Section 4.

FBI TESTING PROTOCOLS – GLOCK 17M DUTY/CONCEALEABLE

HOLSTER

X. ADMINISTRATIVE

P. This document details the testing procedures and evaluation criteria for the FBI’s selection of holsters and magazine pouches.

Q. All testing will be administered by the Firearms Training Unit (FTU), located at

Quantico, Virginia.

R. All testing will be conducted with a 17M pistol unless otherwise noted.

S. Evaluators will consist of SME’s, as well as the available agent population.

T. If different Contractors submit identical items from the same Manufacturer, the

XI. OFFEROR REQUIRED ITEMS

XII. TECHNICAL EVALUATION

The Holster Selection Committee (HSC) shall examine one of each submitted holster and magazine pouch in order to ensure that it meets the requirements outlined in Attachment

Holsters and magazine pouches shall be subjected to a series of tests to evaluate their viability in environmental extremes. These tests will be graded as Pass/ Fail. Any

10. Two (2) holsters from each offeror will be selected for this assessment. Tap

Ocean” salt or commercially available equivalent will be added to achieve a salinity adjusted to a specific gravity of 1.020 – 1.023 as measured by a hydrometer. Each holster will be fully submerged in the salt water solution for 6-

8 minutes. Thereafter, the holster will be removed and stored in an environmentally controlled room (68-72 deg. F, 30-50% humidity) for a minimum of 2 hours not to exceed 3 hours. The holster will then be fully submerged in tap water and then immediately removed. The holster will be returned to the environmentally controlled room for a period of 20 hours not to exceed 28 hours.

The holsters will be examined for signs of corrosion and must allow the HSC to function the draw and then holster the weapon. There can be no degradation in the material or construction of the holster.

11. Two (2) holsters from each offeror (with the gun inserted) will be dropped into sand4 from a height of 5 feet. Each tested holster will be dropped four times:

a. Muzzle up

b. Muzzle down construction of the holster. There can be no degradation in the retention device.

12. Grab test: The grab test shall test the holster’s retention capability to maintain the weapon in the holster. One (1) holster from each offeror shall be inverted and secured to an affixed base. A weapon will be inserted into the holster. A 10 lb weight shall be attached to the weapon. If the weapon falls free, the holster will

4 29 Fine play sand, (Quikrete Play Sand, model 111351) and coarse sand (Sakrete, All Purpose Sand, UPC fail. If the overall integrity of the holster is diminished in any way during this event, so that it can no longer be used as designed, the holster will fail.

Holsters shall be evaluated over a series of categories by a group of 20 evaluators, shall work through all three magazines.

Stage 2: Evaluators shall start with three magazines of 5 rounds and a holstered weapon.

From a seated position, they will draw, fire one round and holster. Evaluators shall work through all three magazines.

Stage 3: Evaluators (under supervision of Instructors from the FBI Academy Physical

Training Unit) shall work with a second evaluator to conduct several “grab tests,” utilizing a safe and empty pistol from the front and rear, with an exposed holster. Special attention shall be given to introducing torque to the weapon in each of the four cardinal directions (front, rear, left, right) prior to attempting its removal. Any diminished integrity of the holster may be considered in the scoring.

Section 5

FBI TESTING PROTOCOLS – GLOCK 17M DUTY/CONCEALEABLE

HOLSTER

With an Active Retention Device

XIII. ADMINISTRATIVE

U. This document details the testing procedures and evaluation criteria for the FBI’s selection of holsters and magazine pouches.

V. All testing will be administered by the Firearms Training Unit (FTU), located at

Quantico, Virginia.

W. All testing will be conducted with a 17M pistol unless otherwise noted.

X. Evaluators will consist of SME’s, as well as the available agent population.

Y. If different Contractors submit identical items from the same Manufacturer, the

XIV. OFFEROR REQUIRED ITEMS

XV. TECHNICAL EVALUATION

The Holster Selection Committee (HSC) shall examine one of each submitted holster and magazine pouch in order to ensure that it meets the requirements outlined in Attachment

Holsters and magazine pouches shall be subjected to a series of tests to evaluate their viability in environmental extremes. These tests will be graded as Pass/ Fail. Any

13. Two (2) holsters from each offeror will be selected for this assessment. Tap

Ocean” salt or commercially available equivalent will be added to achieve a salinity adjusted to a specific gravity of 1.020 – 1.023 as measured by a hydrometer. Each holster will be fully submerged in the salt water solution for 6-

8 minutes. Thereafter, the holster will be removed and stored in an environmentally controlled room (68-72 deg. F, 30-50% humidity) for a minimum of 2 hours not to exceed 3 hours. The holster will then be fully submerged in tap water and then immediately removed. The holster will be returned to the environmentally controlled room for a period of 20 hours not to exceed 28 hours.

The holsters will be examined for signs of corrosion and must allow the HSC to function the draw and then holster the weapon. There can be no degradation in the material or construction of the holster.

14. Two (2) holsters from each offeror (with the gun inserted) will be dropped into sand5 from a height of 5 feet. Each tested holster will be dropped four times:

a. Muzzle up

b. Muzzle down construction of the holster. There can be no degradation in the retention device.

15. Grab test: The grab test shall test the holster’s retention capability from a forceful attempt to remove the weapon from the holster without disengaging the retention device. One (1) holster from each offeror shall be inverted and secured to an

5 29 Fine play sand, (Quikrete Play Sand, model 111351) and coarse sand (Sakrete, All Purpose Sand, UPC approximately 39 inches long. The weight shall be dropped straight down. If the weapon falls free, the holster will fail. If the overall integrity of the holster is

Holsters shall be evaluated over a series of categories by a group of 20 evaluators, shall work through all three magazines.

Stage 2: Evaluators shall start with three magazines of 5 rounds and a holstered weapon.

From a seated position, they will draw, fire one round and holster. Evaluators shall work through all three magazines.

Stage 3: Evaluators (under supervision of Instructors from the FBI Academy Physical

Training Unit) shall work with a second evaluator to conduct several “grab tests,” utilizing a safe and empty pistol from the front and rear, with an exposed holster, without purposefully disengaging the retention device. Special attention shall be given to introducing torque to the weapon in each of the four cardinal directions (front, rear, left, right) prior to attempting its removal. Any failure of the retention device, removal of the

Section 6.

FBI TESTING PROTOCOLS – GLOCK 17M TACTICAL HOLSTER

XVI. ADMINISTRATIVE

Z. This document details the testing procedures and evaluation criteria for the FBI’s selection of holsters and magazine pouches.

AA. All testing will be administered by the Firearms Training Unit (FTU), located at Quantico, Virginia.

BB. All testing will be conducted with a 17M pistol unless otherwise noted.

CC. Evaluators will consist of SME’s, as well as the available agent population.

DD. If different Contractors submit identical items from the same

Manufacturer, the FTU will randomly select the submitted Manufacturer items required for testing in order to avoid duplicate testing of the same manufactured item.

XVII. OFFEROR REQUIRED ITEMS

XVIII. TECHNICAL EVALUATION

The Holster Selection Committee (HSC) shall examine one of each submitted holster and magazine pouch in order to ensure that it meets the requirements outlined in Attachment

Holsters and magazine pouches shall be subjected to a series of tests to evaluate their viability in environmental extremes. These tests will be graded as Pass/ Fail. Any

16. Two (2) holsters from each offeror will be selected for this assessment. Tap

Ocean” salt or commercially available equivalent will be added to achieve a salinity adjusted to a specific gravity of 1.020 – 1.023 as measured by a hydrometer. Each holster will be fully submerged in the salt water solution for 6-

8 minutes. Thereafter, the holster will be removed and stored in an environmentally controlled room (68-72 deg. F, 30-50% humidity) for a minimum of 2 hours not to exceed 3 hours. The holster will then be fully submerged in tap water and then immediately removed. The holster will be returned to the environmentally controlled room for a period of 20 hours not to exceed 28 hours.

The holsters will be examined for signs of corrosion and must allow the HSC to function the draw and then holster the weapon. There can be no degradation in the material or construction of the holster.

17. Two (2) holsters from each offeror (with the gun inserted) will be dropped into sand6 from a height of 5 feet. Each tested holster will be dropped four times:

a. Muzzle up

b. Muzzle down construction of the holster. There can be no degradation in the retention device.

18. Grab test: The grab test shall test the holster’s retention capability from a forceful attempt to remove the weapon from the holster without disengaging the retention device. Magazine pouches will not be submitted to this test. One (1) holster from each offeror shall be inverted and secured to an affixed base. A weapon will be inserted into the holster with the retention device activated. A 10 lb weight shall be attached to the weapon utilizing a tether approximately 39 inches long. The

6 29 Fine play sand, (Quikrete Play Sand, model 111351) and coarse sand (Sakrete, All Purpose Sand, UPC weight shall be dropped straight down. If the weapon falls free, the holster will fail. If the overall integrity of the holster is diminished in any way during this event, so that it can no longer be used as designed, the holster will fail.

Holsters shall be evaluated over a series of categories by a group of 20 evaluators, personnel. Evaluators shall participate in the below captioned testing shall work through all three magazines.

Stage 2: Evaluators shall start with three magazines of 5 rounds and a holstered weapon.

From a seated position, they will draw, fire one round and holster. Evaluators shall work through all three magazines.

Stage 3: Evaluators (under supervision of Instructors from the FBI Academy Physical

Training Unit) shall work with a second evaluator to conduct several “grab tests,” utilizing a safe and empty pistol from the front and rear, with an exposed holster, without purposefully disengaging the retention device. Special attention shall be given to introducing torque to the weapon in each of the four cardinal directions (front, rear, left, right) prior to attempting its removal. Any failure of the retention device, removal of the

Section 7.

FBI TESTING PROTOCOLS

GLOCK 19M & GLOCK 17 M SINGLE MAGAZINE POUCH

XIX. ADMINISTRATIVE

EE. This document details the testing procedures and evaluation criteria for the FBI’s selection of holsters and magazine pouches.

FF. All testing will be administered by the Firearms Training Unit (FTU), located at

Quantico, Virginia.

GG. All testing will be conducted with a Glock 19M or 17M pistol unless otherwise noted.

HH. Evaluators will consist of SME’s, as well as the available agent population.

II. If different Contractors submit identical items from the same Manufacturer, the

XX. OFFEROR REQUIRED ITEMS

The Contractor shall supply a total of eighteen (18) sample magazine pouches representing the item being submitted for consideration.

Of the thirty-six magazine pouches:

Nine (9) shall be duty/concealable single magazine pouches for the Glock 19M.

- 8 Right hand and 1 Left hand, (unless ambidextrous)

Nine (9) shall be duty/concealable single magazine pouches for the Glock 17M.

- 8 Right hand and 1 Left hand, (unless ambidextrous)

Offers may submit the same pouch for the 17M as the 19 M but shall provide the same total number of samples.

XXI. TECHNICAL EVALUATION

The Holster Selection Committee (HSC) shall examine one of each submitted magazine pouch in order to ensure that it meets the requirements outlined in Attachment II-

Statement of Work. Any submission failing to meet any one of the listed specifications shall fail and will not proceed further through the testing process.

Magazine pouches shall be subjected to a series of tests to evaluate their viability in environmental extremes. These tests will be graded as Pass/ Fail. Any magazine pouch failing to properly function shall fail and will not continue further in the evaluation process.

19. Two (2) magazine pouches (with magazines inserted) from each offeror will be heated to a temperature of +140 degrees for a period of 8 to 12 hours. Upon removal from the environmental chamber, a member of the HSC will attempt to draw and insert magazines into the magazine pouch. There can be no degradation in the material or construction of the magazine pouch.

20. Two (2) magazine pouches (with magazines inserted) from each offeror will be cooled to a temperature of -40 degrees for a period of 8 to 12 hours. Upon removal from the environmental chamber, a member of the HSC will attempt to function the holster. There can be no degradation in the material or construction of the holster. There can be no degradation in the retention device.

21. Two (2) magazine pouches from each offeror will be selected for this assessment.

Tap water will be de-chlorinated with a chlorine neutralizer. Synthetic “Instant

Ocean” salt or commercially available equivalent will be added to achieve a salinity adjusted to a specific gravity of 1.020 – 1.023 as measured by a hydrometer. Each magazine pouch will be fully submerged in the salt water solution for 6-8 minutes. Thereafter, the pouch will be removed and stored in an environmentally controlled room (68-72 deg. F, 30-50% humidity) for a minimum of 2 hours not to exceed 3 hours. The pouch will then be fully submerged in tap water and then immediately removed. The pouch will be returned to the environmentally controlled room for a period of 20 hours not to exceed 28 hours.

The pouches will be examined for signs of corrosion and must allow the HSC to function the draw and insert magazines into the magazine pouch. There can be no degradation in the material or construction of the magazine pouch.

22. Two (2) magazine pouches from each offeror (with magazines inserted) will be dropped into sand7 from a height of 5 feet. Each tested pouch will be dropped four times:

a. Magazine upright

b. Magazine upside down

The pouch must allow the HSC to draw and insert magazines into the magazine pouch immediately upon removal from the sand. There can be no degradation in the material or construction of the magazine pouch.

Magazine pouches shall be evaluated over a series of categories by a group of 20 evaluators, including live fire conditions. These evaluators shall be selected from among

FBI personnel. Evaluators shall participate in the below captioned testing shall work through all three magazines.

Stage 2: Evaluators shall start with three magazines of 5 rounds and a holstered weapon.

From a seated position, they will draw, fire one round and holster. Evaluators shall work through all three magazines.

7 29 Fine play sand, (Quikrete Play Sand, model 111351) and coarse sand (Sakrete, All Purpose Sand, UPC

Section 8.

FBI TESTING PROTOCOLS

GLOCK 19M & GLOCK 17 M DOUBLE MAGAZINE POUCH

XXII. ADMINISTRATIVE

JJ. This document details the testing procedures and evaluation criteria for the FBI’s selection of holsters and magazine pouches.

KK. All testing will be administered by the Firearms Training Unit (FTU), located at Quantico, Virginia.

LL. All testing will be conducted with a Glock 19M or 17M pistol unless otherwise noted.

MM. Evaluators will consist of SME’s, as well as the available agent population.

NN. If different Contractors submit identical items from the same

Manufacturer, the FTU will randomly select the submitted Manufacturer items required for testing in order to avoid duplicate testing of the same manufactured item.

XXIII. OFFEROR REQUIRED ITEMS

The Contractor shall supply a total of eighteen (18) sample magazine pouches representing the item being submitted for consideration.

Of the thirty-six magazine pouches:

Nine (9) shall be duty/concealable double magazine pouches for the Glock 19M.

- 8 Right hand and 1 Left hand, (unless ambidextrous)

Nine (9) shall be duty/concealable double magazine pouches for the Glock 17M.

- 8 Right hand and 1 Left hand, (unless ambidextrous)

Offerors may submit the same pouch for the 17M as the 19 M but shall provide the same total number of samples.

XXIV. TECHNICAL EVALUATION

The Holster Selection Committee (HSC) shall examine one of each submitted magazine pouch in order to ensure that it meets the requirements outlined in Attachment II-

Statement of Work. Any submission failing to meet any one of the listed specifications shall fail and will not proceed further through the testing process.

Magazine pouches shall be subjected to a series of tests to evaluate their viability in environmental extremes. These tests will be graded as Pass/ Fail. Any magazine pouch failing to properly function shall fail and will not continue further in the evaluation process.

23. Two (2) magazine pouches (with magazines inserted) from each offeror will be heated to a temperature of +140 degrees for a period of 8 to 12 hours. Upon removal from the environmental chamber, a member of the HSC will attempt to draw and insert magazines into the magazine pouch. There can be no degradation in the material or construction of the magazine pouch.

24. Two (2) magazine pouches (with magazines inserted) from each offeror will be cooled to a temperature of -40 degrees for a period of 8 to 12 hours. Upon removal from the environmental chamber, a member of the HSC will attempt to function the holster. There can be no degradation in the material or construction of the holster. There can be no degradation in the retention device.

25. Two (2) magazine pouches from each offeror will be selected for this assessment.

Tap water will be de-chlorinated with a chlorine neutralizer. Synthetic “Instant

Ocean” salt or commercially available equivalent will be added to achieve a salinity adjusted to a specific gravity of 1.020 – 1.023 as measured by a hydrometer. Each magazine pouch will be fully submerged in the salt water solution for 6-8 minutes. Thereafter, the pouch will be removed and stored in an environmentally controlled room (68-72 deg. F, 30-50% humidity) for a minimum of 2 hours not to exceed 3 hours. The pouch will then be fully submerged in tap water and then immediately removed. The pouch will be returned to the environmentally controlled room for a period of 20 hours not to exceed 28 hours.

The pouches will be examined for signs of corrosion and must allow the HSC to function the draw and insert magazines into the magazine pouch. There can be no degradation in the material or construction of the magazine pouch.

26. Two (2) magazine pouches from each offeror (with magazines inserted) will be dropped into sand8 from a height of 5 feet. Each tested pouch will be dropped four times:

a. Magazine upright

b. Magazine upside down

The pouch must allow the HSC to draw and insert magazines into the magazine pouch immediately upon removal from the sand. There can be no degradation in the material or construction of the magazine pouch.

Magazine pouches shall be evaluated over a series of categories by a group of 20 evaluators, including live fire conditions. These evaluators shall be selected from among

FBI personnel. Evaluators shall participate in the below captioned.

shall work through all three magazines.

Stage 2: Evaluators shall start with three magazines of 5 rounds and a holstered weapon.

From a seated position, they will draw, fire one round and holster. Evaluators shall work through all three magazines.

8 29 Fine play sand, (Quikrete Play Sand, model 111351) and coarse sand (Sakrete, All Purpose Sand, UPC