Police Protective Gear - 680.08 Police Protection Equipment & Supplies
City of Oakland, City of Oakland, CA·City
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- Primary Contact
- Santiago Nocito · (510) 238-7563
- Scope Location
- Oakland, CA
SUMMARY
The City of Oakland is soliciting quotes under RFQ 430529 for a one-time purchase of police protective gear and supplies for the Oakland Police Department. The procurement covers various protective equipment, including detailed specifications, warranty information, lead times, and delivery charges. Evaluation will be based on the lowest bid and compliance with all requirements. Required submittals include a Bid Packet Document, schedules, and specifications. Submissions are due by September 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Interested vendors can contact Santiago Nocito at 510-238-7563 for further information.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest bid and compliance with requirements.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Provide detailed equipment specifications, Warranty, Lead time, Delivery charges, And all requested protective gear/supplies.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid Packet Document, required schedules and specifications.
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Oakland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 3, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Santiago Nocito.
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 bid and compliance with requirements." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Oakland?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Oakland are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Oakland 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 RFQ?
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: Bid Packet Document, required schedules and specifications.. Review the full document from City of Oakland for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Oakland in CA, 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 RFQ 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 Santiago Nocito at (510) 238-7563. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Oakland, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Provide detailed equipment specifications, Warranty, Lead time, Delivery charges, And all requested protective gear/supplies.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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