City of Cambridge - Winchester Ammunition for CPD - File No. COC-IFB-FY27-31285 (2026)
City of CambridgeCity · Cambridge, MA- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 19 days left
- Posted
- Nov 12, 2026
- Primary contact
- Navnit Bedi
- (617) 349-4310
The 30-second brief
The City of Cambridge Police Department is seeking competitive sealed bids for Winchester brand ammunition and related tactical cleaning kits and optics under solicitation COC-IFB-FY27-31285. The required items include various cases of 9mm, 12 gauge, .223, and 5.56 ammunition such as Ranger T-Series JHP, FMC NATO, Ranger Segmented Rifled Slugs, frangible rounds, low recoil buckshot, and Power-Point rounds, alongside Kleen-Bore cleaning kits, bronze bore brushes, cotton cleaning patches, and Aimpoint duty RDS optics. Bids are due by December 3, 2026, at 11:00 am, with inquiries due by November 18, 2026. Submission is electronic via the City's e-Procurement Portal or hard copy to the Purchasing Department at 795 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting strict quality requirements and local ordinances, including living wage and truck safety compliance.
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Summary
The City of Cambridge Police Department is seeking competitive sealed bids for Winchester brand ammunition and related tactical cleaning kits and optics under solicitation COC-IFB-FY27-31285.
The required items include various cases of 9mm, 12 gauge, .223, and 5.56 ammunition such as Ranger T-Series JHP, FMC NATO, Ranger Segmented Rifled Slugs, frangible rounds, low recoil buckshot, and Power-Point rounds, alongside Kleen-Bore cleaning kits, bronze bore brushes, cotton cleaning patches, and Aimpoint duty RDS optics. Bids are due by December 3, 2026, at 11:00 am, with inquiries due by November 18, 2026. Submission is electronic via the City's e-Procurement Portal or hard copy to the Purchasing Department at 795 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting strict quality requirements and local ordinances, including living wage and truck safety compliance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Non Collusion Statement
- City of Cambridge Standard Compliance Forms
- Certificate of Good Standing or Certificate of Registration
- Wage Theft Prevention Certification
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cambridgema
- Scope location
- Cambridge, MA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Cambridge?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cambridgema. For questions, contact Navnit Bedi.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Cambridge in MA, 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 Bid 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 Navnit Bedi at (617) 349-4310. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Lowest price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Cambridge?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Non Collusion Statement, City of Cambridge Standard Compliance Forms, Certificate of Good Standing or Certificate of Registration, Wage Theft Prevention Certification. Review the full document from City of Cambridge for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cambridge, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
