Analysis of Firearms Evidence (Firearms Comparison

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is issuing an electronic Request for Quotes (eRFQ) pursuant to the State Purchasing Act (OCGA 50-5-50 et seq.) to establish a contract for Analysis of Firearms Evidence services, specifically firearms comparison analysis. The procurement seeks to contract with one or more qualified suppliers capable of providing comprehensive firearms evidence analysis and comparison services to support the state entity's investigative operations. The contract will be structured as a one-year initial term with four optional renewal years, allowing for an extended partnership with qualified vendors. The submission deadline for quotes is February 23, 2026, with the posting date of January 23, 2026, providing vendors with one month to prepare and submit their responses. All inquiries and questions must be submitted in written format only; no verbal questions will be accepted during the procurement process. While the specific qualifications, deliverables, evaluation criteria, and detailed technical requirements are not exhaustively detailed in the provided information, interested vendors should anticipate demonstrating expertise in forensic firearms analysis, comparison methodologies, and the ability to meet the state's operational needs.

The procurement documents provided do not specify any set-aside designations, minority-owned business enterprise (MBE) restrictions, disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) classifications, or limitations on the types of organizations eligible to respond. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available information, nor are there references to existing technology infrastructure or systems requiring integration with the selected vendor's services. Similarly, the possible award values, budget ranges, or contract value estimates are not disclosed in the materials reviewed. Interested vendors should contact the Georgia Bureau of Investigation through the official eRFQ system for complete procurement specifications, technical requirements, pricing guidelines, and any additional information necessary to prepare a competitive quote submission.