Tactical Equipment and Accessories

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Division of State Patrol (DSP) is seeking bids for a comprehensive tactical equipment and accessories procurement to outfit its SWAT team. The solicitation covers 21 specific line items including optics, lighting systems, firearms accessories, tactical gear, and related equipment from manufacturers such as Aimpoint, SureFire, EOTech, Harris, Vortex, and Blackhawk. Key deliverables include items like Aimpoint Pro Optics, Surefire M600AA Scout Lights, night vision devices, tactical slings, magazine pouches, suppressors, and rifle cases. Vendors must demonstrate five years of experience in the tactical equipment business and provide three references with manufacturer warranties. The initial contract term is one year with three potential one-year renewals, and bids must be submitted by October 12, 2017, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Evaluation criteria focus on selecting the lowest responsible and responsive bidder meeting all specified technical requirements, with award decisions based on compliance with detailed product specifications. Vendors must submit unit prices in U.S. dollars, with delivery expected as soon as possible after purchase order receipt, and all freight, packing, and transportation costs included in the bid price.

The solicitation encourages participation from state-certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Disabled Veteran-owned Businesses (DVBs), with a goal of awarding six percent of contract costs to such enterprises. Bidders must provide a Federal Firearms License for items involving suppressors or certain regulated equipment. The procurement allows participation in Wisconsin's Cooperative Purchasing program, enabling municipalities to leverage the state contract. While no specific contract value is mentioned, the comprehensive nature of the equipment list suggests a significant potential spend across 21 line items with varying quantities from 1 to 50 units per item. Vendors must comply with standard state procurement regulations, including tax certification requirements and nondiscrimination provisions. The state explicitly notes that it does not guarantee minimum purchase quantities during the contract term, providing flexibility in procurement. Bidders must independently develop their proposals without engaging in collusion or anti-competitive practices, and must be prepared to provide product samples if requested for verification of meeting precise technical specifications.