Automated Range Target System

The City of Waco, Texas has issued Request for Proposal (RFP No. 2025-028) for an Automated Range Target System specifically for the Waco Police Department. The procurement seeks a comprehensive turnkey targeting solution capable of simultaneously rotating up to 30 targets, with each target able to independently or collectively turn 180 degrees. The system must support remote operation through multiple digital platforms including computers, laptops, tablets, and mobile devices, and be engineered to withstand outdoor environmental conditions in Central Texas. A pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for April 15, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. located at 7801 Steinbeck Bend, Waco, TX, with proposal submissions due by May 2, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. CT. The evaluation criteria will be based on a 100-point scoring system, with 60 points allocated to pricing, 10 points for proposed duration, 10 points for experience with similar projects, 10 points for product durability, and 10 points for the proposer's reputation. The city intends to finalize vendor selection and award the contract to allow for system installation during the final two weeks of July 2025.

Vendors must complete several mandatory forms including a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, Minority/Women Owned Business Certification, and various certifications regarding debarment, non-collusion, and compliance with Texas state laws. The RFP includes a pricing sheet with options for the base turnkey target system and additional add-ons such as extended warranty, scheduled maintenance, a rugged control tablet, and future expansion capabilities for additional targets. Contract award will be determined by the Waco City Council for contracts exceeding $50,000, or by the City Manager for contracts under that threshold. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the comprehensive pricing structure suggests flexibility for vendors to propose tiered solutions. The procurement appears open to various vendor types, with potential emphasis on minority and women-owned businesses through the certification process, though no strict set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned in the available documentation.