SOURCES SOUGHT - Bulldog Tactical 240 Assistant Gunner (AG) Kits
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 Department of the Air Force is conducting a Sources Sought for Bulldog Tactical 240 Assistant Gunner (AG) Kits. This market research aims to identify potential sources and assess if the effort can be competitively set aside for small businesses. The requirement is for eight (8) AG Kits, detailed in the product description. Responses are due by June 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM MDT.
Purpose & Scope
This notice is for market research purposes only, issued by the DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE (FA4626 341 CONS LGC), to determine potential sources capable of providing Bulldog Tactical 240 Assistant Gunner (AG) Kits. The government seeks to assess market competitiveness and determine if this effort can be designated as a Total Small Business Set-aside. The relevant NAICS code is 332994 (Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing) with a 1,000-employee size standard.
The requirement is for eight (8) Bulldog 240 Assistant Gunner (AG) Kits, which include:
- Bulldog Rail Frame (BRF): Aircraft aluminum, 100% weld, Molle compatible.
- Shoulder Straps (BRFSS): Custom, extra-long/thick for load distribution.
- Tapered Waist Belts (BRFWB): Custom for load distribution.
- Hydration Pouch (HP): 1.5 Oz for 100 Oz bladder.
- Accessory Pouch (AP): 1.5 Oz, ultra-light, zippered for accessories and bladder.
- Jacket Pouch (JP): 3 Oz, stuff sack for Level 7 Cold Weather Puffy Jacket.
- Spare Barrel Quiver (SBQ): Thermally lined for hot spare barrel.
- Spare Barrel Bag (SBB): Thermally lined mat for hot spare barrel and tripod.
- Two (2) 500 Rd Ammo Bags (BAB 7.62-500): Plastic reinforced, patented feed bracket, mountable.
- 2 Day Assault Backpack (B2DAP): 6 Oz, ultra-light, mountable over ammo bags.
- M249/M240B Weapon Sling (249/240WS): Modified with heavier cable, thimbles, thicker shoulder pad, and internal elastic pocket.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should respond by identifying their small business status relative to NAICS 332994. Submissions must include:
- Any anticipated teaming arrangements, describing similar services provided to government and commercial customers in the past three years. For teaming, delineate work between prime and partners.
- A summary outline of qualifications. Vendor web pages will not be accepted.
- A Contractor Capability Survey is available for providing business information and small business status.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
The government is interested in responses from all small businesses, including 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Hubzone, and Women-Owned Small Business concerns, as it assesses the potential for a Total Small Business Set-aside.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Response Due: June 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM Mountain Daylight Time.
- Submission Email: nina_odessa.kent.1@us.af.mil
- Primary Contact: Nina Odessa V. Kent, (406)731-4013
Important Notes
This is NOT a solicitation (Invitation for Bid, Request for Quotation, or Request for Proposal). No contract award will be made as a result of this notice. This information is provided at no cost to the government, and submissions cannot be returned. If a procurement results, a separate pre-solicitation synopsis will be posted to SAM.gov.