Disturbance Control Items

The Colorado Department of Corrections is soliciting Documented Quote (DQ) 2027000147 for pre-approved disturbance control devices and munitions, with written quotes due November 12, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time via bidnetdirect.com/cdoc. Bidders may quote only Department-approved manufacturers and item numbers listed in Exhibit D, with no substitutions permitted. A November 6, 2026 modification replaces Exhibit D with a corrected version.

A Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) goal of at least 3 percent of all contracts by dollar value applies, and qualifying bidders must submit U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs certification documentation. Exhibit D covers approximately 109 line items across chemical and pyrotechnic grenades, 37mm and 40mm munitions, launchers, reloading components, and training cartridges, sourced from Defense Technology, CTS, and Penn Arms/MK Ballistics. Delivery goes to the CDOC Central Armory at 57500 East Highway 50 and Evans Road, Canon City, Colorado 81212.

Pricing must be itemized by unit cost and shipping, all-inclusive of shipping and taxes, rounded to the nearest cent, and firm during the initial purchase order term. The solicitation allows annual price increases not to exceed 2.5 percent for each fiscal year, subject to mutual agreement. Shipping terms are FOB destination, freight prepaid. Awarded bidders must provide proof of good standing with the Colorado Secretary of State, an insurance certificate, and complete CORE registration and Enhanced Criminal Background Investigation within 30 days of award notification. Contractor personnel must pass criminal background checks and drug testing and consent to search. Bidders must also disclose any services performed outside the United States or Colorado under Exhibit E.

Annual expenditure is approximately $50,000, with no guaranteed dollar amounts or order quantities. The purchase order term runs January 1 through December 31, 2027, and the Department may award multiple bidders. Price is the primary award consideration, with sample quality, delivery lead time, and past performance also evaluated.

Written inquiries closed November 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m., and responses were posted November 6, 2026. A virtual public quote opening is scheduled. The notice of intent to award is estimated for November 16, 2026, and purchase order execution is anticipated for January 1, 2027.