Non Lethal Munitions

The City of St. Petersburg's Police Department is seeking to procure a one-time purchase of non-lethal munitions supplies through a competitive quotation process. The procurement encompasses specific Defense Technology products, including 25 units of 40mm Crushable Foam Marking Direct Impact Smokeless Powder, 100 units of 40mm OC Direct Impact Crushable Foam, 50 units of 40mm Exact Impact Sponge Smokeless, and 30 units of 40mm 60cal Stinger Rubber Balls Smokeless, along with various smoke-related items. Vendor qualifications include a minimum of three years of experience in the non-lethal munitions industry and the ability to meet specific insurance requirements. The solicitation was released on June 25, 2025, with a deadline for questions on July 1, 2025, and a proposal submission deadline of July 3, 2025, at 3:00 pm. Vendors must register online with the city's procurement system and be registered with the Florida Department of State. Evaluation criteria appear to focus on vendor compliance with regulatory requirements, insurance provisions, and the ability to provide the specified non-lethal munition supplies.

The procurement does not explicitly mention any specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The current quotation includes a proposal from Lou's Police Distributors, Inc., a Florida-based vendor with a Federal Firearms License, who has submitted a detailed quotation with a total untaxed amount of $12,823.25. The contract is structured as a one-time purchase with no renewal options, and vendors must comply with various state and local regulations, including non-discrimination policies, E-Verify requirements, and environmental purchasing preferences. Insurance requirements are substantial, mandating $1 million in commercial general liability, $1 million in commercial automobile liability, and workers' compensation insurance as required by Florida law. The City reserves the right to terminate the agreement with 30 days' written notice, with funding contingent on annual budget allocations and the availability of legally available funds. The procurement is specifically for the Pinellas County jurisdiction, targeting the St. Petersburg Police Department's tactical equipment needs.