CHP Santa Ana Weapons Firing Range

The state and local contract opportunity, identified as 67b614b99e458627d30b9cbc, involves the California Highway Patrol (CHP) seeking a contractor to develop a weapons firing range in Santa Ana, located in Orange County. The procurement appears to be an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for constructing a specialized firearms training facility, with the solicitation document (IFB_Santa_Ana_Weapons_Range.pdf) providing comprehensive details about the project requirements. The solicitation was posted on May 26, 2016, with a response deadline of June 10, 2016, indicating a relatively tight procurement timeline. Based on the available information, the project likely requires detailed technical specifications for range design, safety features, target systems, ballistic backstops, and potentially associated infrastructure modifications. Prospective bidders would need to demonstrate significant expertise in law enforcement training facility construction, with likely requirements for specialized construction techniques, safety compliance, and potentially advanced ballistic engineering capabilities.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, government construction contracts frequently include provisions for disadvantaged business enterprises or small business participation. The contract is likely to have specific qualification requirements for contractors, potentially including licensing, safety certifications, and prior experience with government or law enforcement facility construction. No incumbent vendor information is directly visible in the provided documentation. The potential award value is not specified, but given the specialized nature of a weapons firing range for a state law enforcement agency, the project could represent a significant capital investment. Contractors would likely need to demonstrate comprehensive understanding of California state building codes, law enforcement training standards, and advanced range design principles. Additional qualifications might include proven track records in similar government infrastructure projects, particularly those involving specialized public safety training facilities.