City of Bismarck Police Department - Firearms Procurement RFP - 2025
City of BismarckCity · Bismarck, ND- Due
- Dec 30, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 5, 2025
- Primary contact
- Noah Lindelow
- 701355
The 30-second brief
The City of Bismarck Police Department seeks proposals for the procurement of 150 replacement firearms and associated red dot sights, with a trade-in of 145 existing Sig Sauer P320 X-Carry handguns. The total project cost will not exceed $150,000.00. Required items include striker-fired, polymer-framed 9mm handguns with 4.5-inch barrels, enclosed emitter red dot sights with 3.5 MOA, and 20-round magazines. Vendors must hold a current and active Federal Firearms License (FFL) with the ATF and handle buyback sales for current department handguns. Proposals are due by December 30, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. CST, submitted via certified mail to the Bismarck Police Department. Evaluation criteria include Firearm Specifications (60%), Geographic accessibility (20%), Vendor Reliability (10%), and Project Cost (10%).
150 replacement firearms, Closed emitter red dot sights, 20-round magazines, Armorers course, Trade-in of 145 Sig Sauer P320 X-Carry handguns
Firearm Specifications (60%), Geographic accessibility (20%), Vendor Reliability (10%), Project Cost (10%)
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Summary
The City of Bismarck Police Department seeks proposals for the procurement of 150 replacement firearms and associated red dot sights, with a trade-in of 145 existing Sig Sauer P320 X-Carry handguns.
The total project cost will not exceed $150,000.00. Required items include striker-fired, polymer-framed 9mm handguns with 4.5-inch barrels, enclosed emitter red dot sights with 3.5 MOA, and 20-round magazines. Vendors must hold a current and active Federal Firearms License (FFL) with the ATF and handle buyback sales for current department handguns. Proposals are due by December 30, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. CST, submitted via certified mail to the Bismarck Police Department. Evaluation criteria include Firearm Specifications (60%), Geographic accessibility (20%), Vendor Reliability (10%), and Project Cost (10%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- 150 replacement firearms
- Closed emitter red dot sights
- 20-round magazines
- Armorers course
- Trade-in of 145 Sig Sauer P320 X-Carry handguns
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Proof of FFL
- Itemized Cost
- Geographic Accessibility
- Submit to
- 700 South 9th Street, Bismarck, North Dakota 58504
- Scope location
- Bismarck, ND
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Bismarck?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 30, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 700 South 9th Street, Bismarck, North Dakota 58504. For questions, contact Noah Lindelow.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Bismarck in ND, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Noah Lindelow at 701355. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 150 replacement firearms, Closed emitter red dot sights, 20-round magazines, Armorers course, Trade-in of 145 Sig Sauer P320 X-Carry handguns. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Firearm Specifications (60%), Geographic accessibility (20%), Vendor Reliability (10%), Project Cost (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Bismarck?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Bismarck are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Bismarck regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Proof of FFL, Itemized Cost, Geographic Accessibility. Review the full document from City of Bismarck for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bismarck, ND. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
