Foreign Weapons, Body Armor and Ammo
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) is soliciting proposals for a multiple award Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for Foreign Weapons, Body Armor, and Ammunition. This Total Small Business Set-Aside aims to acquire U.S. and foreign weapons, ammunition, and personal protective equipment (PPE) to support Partnered Forces Operations. Proposals are due May 18, 2026, at 05:00 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
This IDIQ covers the acquisition of a wide range of items, including U.S. and foreign weapons (e.g., M4, AK Variant), weapon accessories, non-standard ammunition (e.g., 5.45x39mm, 40mm RPG), ballistic plates for body armor, and ballistic helmets. The scope includes program management, logistics support, item descriptions, deliveries, testing, and packaging. Key requirements include a Quality Assurance Plan, Timely Delivery Execution plan, Management Plan, and Relationship Management Plan. Items and/or components shall not be sourced from Belarus, China, or Russia.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) delivery orders.
- Period of Performance: 60-month ordering period.
- Estimated Value: Maximum contract value of $19,500,000,000.00; Minimum contract value of $2,000.00.
- Award: The Government intends to award to the top seven (7) most highly rated proposals.
- NAICS Code: 332994 (Size Standard: 1000 employees).
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted electronically via SAM.gov by the due date. Submissions should consist of three parts: Summary and Miscellaneous Data, Technical Proposal, and Past Performance Information. Evaluation will be based on a best value tradeoff, with Technical Evaluation being the most important factor, followed by Past Performance. Offerors must hold prices firm for 90 calendar days.
Eligibility & Special Requirements
This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Offerors must be registered in SAM and hold specific licenses, including a Directorate Defense Trade Control Brokering License (K license) and a Federal Firearms License Type 11. Required documentation includes Certificate of Conformity or Lot Acceptance Test for foreign-made items (within 3 years) and at least three (3) Authorized Reseller Letters from foreign gun/ammunition manufacturers. Contractors will also be required to provide specific data deliverables (CDRLs A001, A002, A003) related to packaging, ammunition data, and inspection reports.
Contacts
- Primary: Marvin Marcia (marvin.marcia@socom.mil)
- Secondary: John G. Manzano (john.g.manzano.ctr@socom.mil, 3159441178)