NIGP 25746: Military Explosives: Bombs, Mines, etc.

NIGP 25746 Military Explosives: Bombs, Mines, Etc., an Item code, does not match the actual procurement activity posted under it in state and local marketplaces. The single recent opportunity on record—Columbus Consolidated Government Police Department's RFB No. 27-0010, posted September 16, 2026—solicits a trade or swap of used and confiscated firearms for new tactical rifles, not explosives or ordnance. The Columbus Police Department is offering 306 confiscated firearms and seven upper receivers (.223 caliber, 14" barrels) in exchange for Heckler & Koch MR556 A4 SBR 11" rifles (Part No. 81001048) with three 30-round magazines per rifle, gas-operated short stroke piston, rotating bolt, and adjustable rear stock. Award goes to the highest responsive and responsible bidder offering the greatest purchase credit or swap value, subject to City Council approval. The bidder must hold a current Federal Firearm License and, where applicable, a State Firearm Dealer License; assume responsibility for all transfer documentation, permits, taxes, and fees; and complete the transfer within ten calendar days of award.

Sealed bids for the Columbus solicitation are due October 14, 2026 at 2:30 PM ET via OpenBids, with virtual bid opening at 3:00 PM the same day. Firearm inspections are available by appointment only on September 30, 2026 between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM, coordinated through Deputy Chief Ronnie Hastings at 706-225-4035. Bid security equal to five percent of total bid value must accompany electronic submission and be mailed separately to the Purchasing Division. Required documentation includes a notarized E-Verify affidavit, copies of federal and state firearm licenses, Form W-9, current business license or home-state licensing proof, Conflict of Interest Affidavit, and Communication Concerning This Solicitation form. All firearms are sold "as is, where is" without warranty. This code shows minimal recent state and local procurement activity under its legacy NIGP category designation.