City of Rockville Weapons Purchase IFB 165 - Glock Handguns, Holsters, and Lights 2026
City of RockvilleCity · Rockville, MD- Due
- Apr 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Lihao Zhu
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Rockville is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the Rockville City Police Department to procure weapons and accessories. The scope of work includes the purchase of Glock handguns, Safariland holsters, and Streamlight weapon lights from authorized vendors. A mandatory requirement of the solicitation is that qualified vendors must offer credit for the trade-in of existing weapons. Bids are due by April 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted by April 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM. The primary contact for this procurement is Lihao Zhu.
Weapons and accessories purchase
SUMMARY
The City of Rockville is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the Rockville City Police Department to procure weapons and accessories.
The scope of work includes the purchase of Glock handguns, Safariland holsters, and Streamlight weapon lights from authorized vendors. A mandatory requirement of the solicitation is that qualified vendors must offer credit for the trade-in of existing weapons. Bids are due by April 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted by April 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM. The primary contact for this procurement is Lihao Zhu.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Weapons and accessories purchase
- Submit to
- N/A
- Scope location
- Rockville, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Rockville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 24, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: N/A. For questions, contact Lihao Zhu.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Rockville in MD, 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 IFB 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 Lihao Zhu. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Weapons and accessories purchase. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Rockville?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Rockville are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Rockville 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 IFB?
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. Review the full document from City of Rockville for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Rockville, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.