Rifle System for Austin Police

The City of Austin Purchasing Office has issued an Invitation for Quotation (IFQ) for a one-time purchase of specialized rifle systems for the Austin Police Department, located at 4800 Shaw Ln, Austin TX 78744. The procurement consists of two complete rifle system packages, each containing a Barrett M107A1 .50 caliber semi-automatic rifle with a 20-inch barrel in Flat Dark Earth finish, a Barrett .50 caliber suppressor, a Nightforce 1-8x24mm optical scope, an Area 419 scope mount, a TAB Gear rifle sling, two Barrett 10-round magazines, and a Pelican equipment case. Additionally, the City requires two separate suppressors, scopes, mounts, slings, and cases as individual line items, with all items specified with no substitutions permitted and exact part numbers and manufacturer requirements detailed. Quotes must be submitted via email to Janet Lujan at Janet.Lujan@Austintexas.gov by May 20, 2026 at 3:00 PM. Delivery must occur within 120 calendar days after written order placement to the Austin Police Training Academy during normal business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Pricing must be submitted on an FOB Destination basis with all freight charges prepaid and included in the unit price, excluding sales or excise taxes as the City is tax-exempt. The City will award based on lowest price meeting minimum requirements and may compare quotes on individual line items, categories, or aggregate pricing as determined most advantageous, with evaluation focused on responsiveness and compliance with specifications.

Respondents must comply with multiple certification and compliance requirements, including non-debarment from federal contracting, compliance with non-discrimination and non-retaliation policies under Austin City Code Chapter 5-4, wage theft ordinance compliance, and anti-Israel boycott verification as required by Texas Government Code. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, minority-owned businesses, or other restricted categories are mentioned in the solicitation. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified, and no existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements are specified. Invoices should be submitted itemized to the Austin Police Department Accounts Payable at PO Box 1629, Austin, TX 78767-1629, with payment to follow within 30 days of receipt of properly documented invoices upon satisfactory delivery of goods. The contract value is not specified in the available documentation; however, as a one-time purchase of specialized rifle systems with associated accessories and equipment, interested vendors should request a formal solicitation document for detailed budget information and pricing expectations.