BPD ammunition

The City of Boston Procurement Department is requesting bids on ammunition supplies for the Boston Police Department under a one-year contract, with sealed bids due October 7, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. at One City Hall Square Room 808.

The scope comprises 200 cases of CCI 53652 .40 S+W 180 grain, TMJ brass case ammunition (1,000 rounds per case) and 50 cases of CCI 53620 9mm, 147 grain, TMJ brass case ammunition (1,000 rounds per case). All ammunition must be delivered to the BPD FireArms Training Unit/Police Range at 98 Moon Island Road, Quincy, Massachusetts by October 21, 2026. Bidders must provide detailed specifications of equipment offered and specify the number of days from date of award to delivery. Pricing must include all shipping charges and additional fees on a firm basis.

The City will award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications. Contract award is subject to approval by the Mayor of Boston and availability of appropriated funds; the City may cancel the contract if funds are not appropriated in any fiscal year. The maximum time for bid acceptance after opening is ninety days.

Vendors must comply with the City of Boston Standard Contract General Conditions (Form CM11), including prevailing wage requirements where applicable, non-discrimination standards, CORI policy compliance, and debarment certifications. Bidders must submit the Wage Theft Prevention Form CM-16 and a Certificate of Authority if applicable. The City is exempt from federal excise taxes and Massachusetts Sales and Use Tax and will provide exemption certificates following contract award. Bid deposits and performance bonds may be required as specified in the contract documents.

Questions should be directed to Brian Heger at Brian.Heger@boston.gov or 617-635-2201. Bids may be submitted electronically through the City's Supplier Portal or as hard-copy packages.