Level 3 Duty Holsters

The Texas Department of Public Safety has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) solicitation number 405-25R0014987 for the procurement of Level 3 Duty Holsters to support recruiter training. The specific procurement includes 200 units of two primary items: the Rapid Force Level 3 Duty Holster (Mid Ride Belt Slide) for Sig P320 firearms in matte black, right-hand configuration, and the corresponding Rapid Force Quick Disconnect System in black. Electronic bids are due by 5:00 P.M. Central Time on May 14, 2025, with an anticipated contract award date of May 16, 2025, and a one-year contract term. Bidders are required to submit comprehensive pricing on the Mandatory Pricing Schedule, which must include all associated costs, fees, licenses, and expenses. The Department of Public Safety will evaluate bidders based on financial resources and ability to perform, potentially requiring documentation such as audited financial statements, Dun & Bradstreet reports, or detailed statements of financial stability. The solicitation emphasizes that the state guarantees no minimum compensation and will only make payments after specific approval by the Contract Monitor.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, though the standard terms and conditions suggest potential preferences for Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB). Bidders must complete various mandatory forms, including a Direct Deposit Authorization, Application for Texas Identification Number, and Request for Taxpayer Identification Number. Vendors must comply with multiple state requirements, including cybersecurity training, non-discrimination policies, and conflict of interest disclosures. The solicitation requires vendors to verify their eligibility by confirming they have not been subject to suspension, debarment, or legal actions that would prevent them from doing business with the state. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the procurement appears to be a targeted acquisition for law enforcement equipment with a focused scope of 200 holster units. Successful bidders will need to demonstrate financial stability, comply with extensive state contractual requirements, and provide the specified holster equipment meeting the Department of Public Safety's precise specifications.