Addendum No. 1 to RFB 27-0010: Used & Confiscated Firearms Trade/Swap

This addendum document pertains to Columbus Consolidated Government Police Department's request for bids on a firearms trade or credit transaction. The solicitation involves exchanging 306 used and confiscated firearms plus seven additional upper receivers (.223 caliber, 14" barrels with handguards and A-post front sights) for Heckler & Koch MR556 A4 SBR 11" rifles (Part No. 81001048) with accessories, including three 30-round magazines per rifle and an adjustable rear stock with six positions. Sealed bids were due October 14, 2026 at 2:30 PM ET via OpenBids, with virtual bid opening scheduled for 3:00 PM the same day. Firearm inspections were available by appointment on September 30, 2026 between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM through Deputy Chief Ronnie Hastings at 706-225-4035. Award is made to the highest responsive and responsible bidder offering the greatest purchase credit or swap value, subject to City Council approval.

Bidders must hold a current Federal Firearm License and applicable State Firearm Dealer License. Bid security equal to five percent of total bid value must accompany submissions as a cashier's check, certified check, or bid bond, 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, Conflict of Interest Affidavit, and Communication Concerning This Solicitation form. All firearms are sold "as is, where is" without warranty. The successful bidder assumes responsibility for all transfer documentation, permits, taxes, and fees, and must complete the transfer within ten calendar days of award; failure to do so results in forfeiture of the five percent bid security.