City of Sault Ste. Marie - Police Department Armor Plates RFP B-38-26
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- Primary Contact
- Wesley Bierling · (906) 632-5715
- Scope Location
- Sault Ste. Marie, MI
- Submission Address
- City of Sault Ste. Marie, c/o City Clerk's Office, 225 E. Portage Ave., Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783
SUMMARY
The City of Sault Ste. Marie is seeking proposals for the purchase and delivery of forty-eight (48) 10" x 12" shooter-cut, multi-curve rifle armor plates for the Sault Ste. Marie Police Department. A proposed plate must provide, at minimum, NIJ Level III/RF1 rifle protection and may be either stand-alone or in-conjunction-with (ICW) armor, weighing less than 3.0 pounds per plate. All proposals must be received by Wednesday, October 14, at 3:00PM local time at the City Clerk's Office. Questions must be submitted via email by Friday, October 9 at 3:00PM.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Qualifications, responsiveness, price, and overall value to the City
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Forty-eight (48) rifle armor plates, 10" x 12" shooter-cut, Multi-curve rifle armor plates
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Certification Regarding Suspension and Debarment
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Sault Ste. Marie?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 14, 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: City of Sault Ste. Marie, c/o City Clerk's Office, 225 E. Portage Ave., Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783. For questions, contact Wesley Bierling.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Qualifications, responsiveness, price, and overall value to the City" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Sault Ste. Marie?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Sault Ste. Marie are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Sault Ste. Marie regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 14, 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 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: Certification Regarding Suspension and Debarment. Review the full document from City of Sault Ste. Marie for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Sault Ste. Marie in MI, 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 Wesley Bierling at (906) 632-5715. 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: Sault Ste. Marie, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Forty-eight (48) rifle armor plates, 10" x 12" shooter-cut, Multi-curve rifle armor plates. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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