Police Ammunition and Accessories

The City of Tucson is seeking bids for a term requirements contract for Police Ammunition and Accessories through Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 230173. The procurement is structured with two distinct groups: Group 1 focuses on small arms ammunition and force on force ammunition and equipment, specifically requiring Federal brand ammunition in multiple calibers including 9mm, .223, .40 S&W, and 12 gauge shotgun rounds. The solicitation covers both duty and practice ammunition, with estimated annual quantities ranging from 5M to 1,000M rounds depending on the specific item. The bid was published on June 13, 2023, with a pre-submittal conference scheduled for June 20, 2023, via Microsoft Teams, and a final bid due date of July 7, 2023, at 2:00 PM local Arizona time. The contract will be a term requirements contract with an initial one-year period and potential for four additional one-year renewals, with Groups 1 and 2 to be awarded separately to the overall low bidder meeting specifications. A unique feature of the bid is the Brass Exchange Credit program, where the successful bidder will accept spent brass from the Tucson Police Department and provide a monetary credit towards future ammunition and equipment purchases.

The solicitation includes provisions for potential set-asides and preferences, with specific attention to Section 3 requirements from HUD guidelines. Section 3 guidelines mandate that 25% of total labor hours must be performed by Section 3 Workers, with 5% performed by Targeted Section 3 Workers, defined as individuals with annual incomes at or below $42,950 or employed by Section 3 business concerns. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated in the documents, the comprehensive nature of the ammunition procurement suggests a significant potential contract value. The City reserves the right to make multiple awards to ensure adequate contract coverage, and bidders may submit proposals for Group 1, Group 2, or both. Contractors will need to meet detailed technical specifications for ammunition types, provide warranty information, and comply with various federal regulatory requirements outlined in the accompanying HUD documentation. The procurement approach emphasizes competitive pricing, technical compliance, and potential local economic development through workforce and business participation guidelines.