103 - CB Flute Half Backer CARDBOARD TargetsBid Documents

The State of Indiana's Law Enforcement Training Board is soliciting a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for 1,000 C-B Flute Half Backer CARDBOARD Targets with specific technical requirements. The targets must measure 24"x36", feature double wall construction, and have a 350# test rating, specifically for the Firearms Department at the academy. Key deliverables include precisely manufactured cardboard targets with detailed specifications around flute orientation, notching requirements, and printing specifications. The solicitation requires bidders to include shipping costs within their proposed pricing and provide an estimated shipping date. The procurement opportunity (Solicitation Number 84892) has a response deadline of September 8, 2025, at 12:00 pm EDT, with submissions to be evaluated in US Dollars. The contact for this procurement is Sheryl Myers from the purchasing department, who can be reached at SMyers2@ilea.in.gov.

The procurement includes several set-aside designations and preferential considerations, particularly for small businesses and minority-owned enterprises. Bidders must complete multiple compliance forms, including Indiana Small Business Preferences, Minority and Women's Business Enterprise (MWBE) subcontractor commitment forms, and various state-mandated certifications. Vendors are required to submit documentation about their business structure, employee count, and economic impact, along with U.S. Manufactured Product Preferences and Indiana Business Preferences forms. Additional mandatory certifications include drug-free workplace verification, employment eligibility verification, and non-collusion certification. While specific budget ranges were not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the comprehensive certification requirements suggest a structured procurement process designed to ensure vendor quality and local economic participation. The solicitation appears focused on supporting Indiana-based businesses while meeting the precise technical specifications for law enforcement training targets.