City of Phoenix - Park Ranger Safety Equipment & Uniforms - PKS-IFB-27-0471 (2026)
City of PhoenixCity · Phoenix, AZ- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 20 days left
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Shaimaa Ahmed
- (602) 261-8793
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department invites sealed bids for park ranger safety equipment and uniforms under solicitation PKS-IFB-27-0471. The scope of work includes providing concealable Level IIIA body armor, outer vest carriers with Molly system, retractable friction loc steel batons, and OC spray, complete with custom embroidery and two fittings per ranger. The contract term is 5 years, beginning on or about December 1, 2026. Bids are due by November 6, 2026, at 2:00 pm, with written inquiries due by October 22, 2026. Vendors must submit electronically via the City's Procurement Portal and include required compliance documents such as the Conflict of Interest and Transparency form, Safety Data Sheets, and proof of required insurance and background screening.
Ballistic Vest, Outer Vest Carrier, Retractable Friction Loc Steel Batons, OC Spray
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder, place of business
SUMMARY
The City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department invites sealed bids for park ranger safety equipment and uniforms under solicitation PKS-IFB-27-0471.
The scope of work includes providing concealable Level IIIA body armor, outer vest carriers with Molly system, retractable friction loc steel batons, and OC spray, complete with custom embroidery and two fittings per ranger. The contract term is 5 years, beginning on or about December 1, 2026. Bids are due by November 6, 2026, at 2:00 pm, with written inquiries due by October 22, 2026. Vendors must submit electronically via the City's Procurement Portal and include required compliance documents such as the Conflict of Interest and Transparency form, Safety Data Sheets, and proof of required insurance and background screening.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder, place of business
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Ballistic Vest
- Outer Vest Carrier
- Retractable Friction Loc Steel Batons
- OC Spray
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Conflict of Interest and Transparency form
- Safety Data Sheets
- Certificate of Insurance
- References
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Heat Safety Compliance
- Offer Page
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/phoenix/projects/255163
- Scope location
- Phoenix, AZ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Phoenix?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 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. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/phoenix/projects/255163. For questions, contact Shaimaa Ahmed.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Phoenix in AZ, 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 Shaimaa Ahmed at (602) 261-8793. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Ballistic Vest, Outer Vest Carrier, Retractable Friction Loc Steel Batons, OC Spray. 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: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder, place of business" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Phoenix?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 6, 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: Conflict of Interest and Transparency form, Safety Data Sheets, Certificate of Insurance, References, Certification Regarding Debarment, Heat Safety Compliance, Offer Page. Review the full document from City of Phoenix for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Phoenix, AZ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.