Utah Department Natural Resources, Shooting Range Throwers & Equipment

The Utah Department of Natural Resources, through the State of Utah Division of Purchasing, is conducting a competitive procurement (Invitation for Bid KI22-55) for shooting range throwers and equipment to be deployed across three specific locations: Cache Valley Shooting Range, Lee Kay Shooting Range, and Shooting Sports. The solicitation seeks clay target throwing machines and related accessories, with a specific focus on Promatic or comparable manufacturer equipment including Kodiak Wobble, Claymate 2 Trap Sporting Kit, Matrix 8 NT models, and Ranger 6 Chordel systems. The procurement requires multiple unit deliveries with a targeted delivery date of 6/18/2022, and bidders must comply with Utah Procurement Code requirements. Evaluation criteria will be based on responsiveness, objective compliance standards, and meeting technical specifications. The contract opportunity was opened on 5/20/2022 and closed on 5/31/2022, with a proposed five-year contract term. Bidders are required to communicate exclusively through the designated procurement officer and must certify compliance with state regulations.

The procurement does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Promatic Inc. was ultimately awarded the contract, suggesting they met all required qualifications and specifications. The solicitation allows for alternate products with comparable specifications and sizes, providing some flexibility for potential vendors. Bidders were required to certify non-engagement in boycotts and attest to an absence of conflicts of interest. While specific budget ranges were not detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement covers commodity codes related to sports equipment, hunting gear, and safety equipment. The contract includes provisions for potential additional funding if the legislature provides supplemental resources. The procurement process emphasized strict adherence to state procurement regulations and comprehensive technical compliance.