50, 000 rounds of 9mm FRANGIBLE ammunitionBid Documents

The Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board (ILEA) has initiated Solicitation Event 85517 to procure 50,000 rounds of 9mm FRANGIBLE ammunition for its Firearms Department. This procurement opportunity requires bidders to submit comprehensive bid packages that include shipping costs directly to the ILEA. The solicitation specifies comparable ammunition brands such as Federal BC9N3, Hornady #90230, SinterFire SPGL, Speer #53365, and Winchester RA9SF as reference standards for the required ammunition. Interested vendors must submit their completed bid packages by November 7, 2025, via email to SMyers2@ilea.in.gov or by fax to 317-839-9741, with attention to Sheryl Myers. All quoted prices must remain valid for thirty calendar days following the response due date, and vendors are encouraged to include estimated shipping dates with their submissions. The bid is not eligible for electronic submission through the Supplier Portal, and a complete bid package is mandatory for consideration.

The solicitation demonstrates a strong commitment to diverse and local business participation, incorporating multiple preference categories including U.S. Manufactured Product Preference, Steel Product Preference, and Indiana Business Preference. Bidders must provide certifications related to drug-free workplace standards, employment eligibility verification, and non-collusion agreements. The procurement includes provisions for Minority & Women's Business Enterprises (MWBE) and Indiana Veteran Owned Small Business Enterprise (IVOSB) subcontractor commitments, which suggests potential set-aside or preferential scoring for businesses meeting these classifications. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement's scope of 50,000 ammunition rounds indicates a significant procurement investment for law enforcement training purposes. Vendors responding to this opportunity will be required to demonstrate ethical business practices, transparency in operations, and compliance with Indiana's comprehensive state procurement regulations.