REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)

Department of Justice/Federal Bureau of Investigation

THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) BEING RELEASED PURSUANT TO FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (FAR) PART 10: MARKET RESEARCH.

This RFI is issued solely for informational, market research, and planning purposes only.  It does not constitute a Request for Quote (RFQ) or a promise to issue an RFQ in the future.  This RFI does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever.  Further, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is not seeking proposals at this time, and will not accept unsolicited proposals.  Respondents are advised that the Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI.  All costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at the responding party's expense.  At this time, proprietary information is not being requested, and respondents shall refrain from providing proprietary information in response to this RFI.  Responses to this RFI will not be returned.  Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned.  Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFQ, if any is issued.  Responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract.  It is the responsibility of the interested parties to monitor this site for additional information pertaining to this RFI.

The FBI seeks sources for Ballistic Research Assistant Services, in support of the Defensive Systems Unit (DSU) operations at the Ballistic Research Facility (BRF).

The Nature of Services required includes, but is not limited to, the following illustrative examples:

•1.                  Conduct velocity, accuracy and pressure testing of ammunition

•2.                  Conduct acceptance testing of weapons

•3.                  Serve as an expert witness in areas pertaining to ballistics and wound pathology

•4.                  Conduct calibration of Piezoelectric Conformal Transducers using calibration equipment provided

•5.                  Ability to conduct ballistic gelatine testing according to FBI protocols, to include preparation of gelatine, setting up and conducting the test, entering resultant data into computer databases and preparing written reports

•6.                  Conduct ballistic testing using Oehler Ballistic Instruments provided by the FBI

•7.                  Conduct motion analysis using Olympus motion analysis cameras, Video Beam trigger device and Arri HMI lights

•8.                  Photograph items using Nikon single lens reflex digital cameras, ranging from telescopic to microscopic images

•9.                  Conduct inspection of materials using Hawkeye borescopes

•10.              Videotape tests using Sony Handicam video cameras

•11.              Conduct troubleshooting and repair of ballistic test equipment using appropriate instruments and supplies

•12.              Create reports using Corel WordPerfect, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Photoshop and Oehler Ballistic Software

•13.              Create presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint software

•14.              Prepare visual aids in support of research conducted

•15.              Testify in various proceedings as required

•16.              Assist in the preparation of research and testing protocols

•17.              Assist in weapon, ammunition and firearms related materials inventories

•18.              Assist FBI DSU personnel in firearms related programs

•19.              Conduct research into firearms, ammunition and related materials, and assist in testing and evaluating firearms and related materials

•20.              Demonstrate knowledge of the primary firearms currently issued by the FBI which include, but are not limited to, the Glock 22 and 23 pistols, the Remington 870 shotgun, the Heckler and Koch MP5/10mm submachine gun and carbine, the Colt Model 1911-pattern pistols, and the Colt M16-pattern rifle and carbine-such knowledge must include nomenclature, operating controls, disassembly and assembly, safety systems and firing techniques

•21.              The ability to maintain proficiency in the use of current Bureau issued or approved firearms, as required for FBI certified firearms instructors

•22.              Occasionally provide firearms instruction on the firing line to trainees during dry fire and live fire exercises

•23.              Provide briefings ad demonstrations (including live fire) to visitors, including the operation of ballistic research equipment

The contractor is to provide all services in full compliance with existing or subsequently adopted or modified FBI techniques and methods, as provided in written documentation (such as testing protocols) and in briefings provided by FBI DSU staff.

The minimum qualifications include the following:

United States citizen

Capable of being awarded a Top Secret security clearance by the FBI

Legally able to possess firearms

Possess a valid driver's license for the state of residence

Medical degree (doctorate) from an accredited university

Minimum of 15 years medical practice experience, to include trauma treatment

Current or prior experience as a law enforcement officer, to include tactical police training and experience (including sniper/observer training)

FBI (or approved equivalent) training/certification as a firearms instructor, and certification as a police instructor

Thorough, demonstrated knowledge of law enforcement firearms

Qualified (past/present) as an expert witness in ballistics and wound pathology

Demonstrated knowledge of scientific method and process

Experience conducting structured ballistic research, with an emphasis on testing ammunition, ballistic protective garments, and weapons

Ability to prepare reports and other documents using computer software including Corel WordPerfect and Microsoft Word

Demonstrated knowledge of ballistic research and testing techniques including the use of Oehler Ballistic Instruments

Thorough, demonstrated knowledge of weapons testing techniques including function testing, accuracy testing, abuse testing, and ammunition assimibility testing

Thorough, demonstrated knowledge of the techniques required to photograph testing and research, including still photography, digital imaging, videotaping, and motion analysis photographic equipment

RESPONSES:

Please submit all responses no later than 10:00 am (Eastern), December 17, 2009.

Responses should be submitted via email to

Amy Lacy, Program Analyst, at aelacy@fbiacademy.edu