Notice of Intent - Sole Source - Firing Range Services
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 U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), U.S. Border Patrol, Rio Grande Sector, has issued a Notice of Intent to award a sole source contract for Firing Range Services to the CITY OF DONNA (UEI: JJN6A8LSFC84). This action is based on the authority of FAR 13-106-1(b)(1)(i), citing only one responsible source. This notice is for informational purposes only; it is not a request for competitive proposals. Interested parties may identify their capabilities by May 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for comprehensive firing range services to support mandatory quarterly firearms qualifications for approximately 1,700 personnel. Key requirements include:
- Availability: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including night-time shooting qualifications.
- Adaptability: Capable of accommodating CBP's different ranges of weapons for both Lethal and Non-Lethal training.
- Proximity: Located approximately 15-20 miles from most station locations.
- Exclusivity: Exclusively for Law Enforcement Officers only.
Sole Source Rationale
The City of Donna's "El Indio Gun Range" is identified as the only facility meeting all critical government requirements. Market research confirmed that other local firing ranges did not meet one or more essential criteria, which would negatively impact mission readiness and create compliance risks. The range's unique capabilities, including its capacity, 24/7 availability, adaptability, proximity, and LEO-only access, are central to this determination.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent - Sole Source
- Authority: FAR 13-106-1(b)(1)(i) – Only One Responsible Source
- Intended Awardee: CITY OF DONNA
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Product Service Code: X1PA (Lease/Rental Of Recreation Facilities (Non Building))
- Response Due: May 21, 2026, 1:00 PM ET
- Published: May 14, 2026
Price Determination
The anticipated price will be determined fair and reasonable through market research, comparison with previous purchases, and comparison with similar items in related industries.
Additional Notes
This is not a request for quotations, and no solicitation will be made available. The Government will consider all capability information received to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. The decision to not compete is solely at the Government's discretion. No costs incurred in response to this announcement will be reimbursed. Questions should be submitted via email only to the listed contacts.