Band wildlife ammunition purchase

The National Park Service Intermountain Region is procuring 2,000 Defense Technology 12 GA Drag Stabilized Bean Bag Rounds (Part #3027) for wildlife management operations at Bandelier National Monument in New Mexico. This specialized less lethal ammunition features a translucent shell casing with 40 gram #9 shot load in a pear-shaped design made from cotton and ballistic blend materials, designed specifically for bear management in high visitation areas. The procurement is structured as a brand name requirement that prohibits products from other manufacturers, justified as a sole-source acquisition due to the ammunition's superior range, accuracy, and specific technical qualifications for commissioned employees' park resource management activities. The solicitation operates under NAICS code 332992 with quotes due by August 29, 2025 at 5:00 PM PDT. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM), possess a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), and meet small business qualifications with the anticipated award date within 30 days of receipt and review of offers.

This procurement is designated as a 100% small business set-aside with a size standard of 1,300 employees under the Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing classification. The contract will be awarded as a firm-fixed price commercial contract covering the period of performance from September 1, 2025 to February 28, 2026, with delivery required by February 28, 2026. While specific pricing details are redacted from the available documentation, the procurement involves a substantial quantity of 2,000 rounds of specialized wildlife management ammunition. The place of performance is Bandelier National Monument in New Mexico, where the ammunition will be utilized for bear management operations in areas with high visitor traffic. The solicitation number 140P1225Q0081 was issued on August 21, 2025, indicating an expedited procurement timeline for this wildlife management requirement.