City of Worcester - Ammunition for Worcester Police Department - Sealed Bid No. CR-8835-M7 (2026)
City of WorcesterCity · Worcester, MA- Due
- Oct 21, 2026
- 4 days left
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Stephen R. McDonald
- (508) 799-1220
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Worcester is seeking competitive sealed bids for furnishing and delivering ammunition for the recurring needs of the Worcester Police Department. Required items include 9MM 147GR. FMJ, 9MM 147 GR. JHP Ranger T Series, .223 55GR. Ballistic Silver Tip, .223 55GR. Frangible, .223 55GR. FMJ, and 12GA Low Recoil Ranger Rifled Slug. Delivery is required within 21 days after receipt of order to the Worcester Police Department at 9-11 Lincoln Square, Worcester, MA. The contract term is one year, with sole discretion of the City to renew for a second and third year. Bidders must bid all items as an aggregate award under proprietary specifications. The submission deadline is October 21, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. Local Time, directed to the Purchasing Division.
9MM 147GR. FMJ., 9MM 147 GR. JHP Ranger T Series, .223 55GR. Ballistic Silver Tip, .223 55GR. Frangible, .223 55GR. FMJ, 12GA Low Recoil Ranger Rifled Slug
Lowest net price, aggregate award
SUMMARY
The City of Worcester is seeking competitive sealed bids for furnishing and delivering ammunition for the recurring needs of the Worcester Police Department.
Required items include 9MM 147GR. FMJ, 9MM 147 GR. JHP Ranger T Series, .223 55GR. Ballistic Silver Tip, .223 55GR. Frangible, .223 55GR. FMJ, and 12GA Low Recoil Ranger Rifled Slug. Delivery is required within 21 days after receipt of order to the Worcester Police Department at 9-11 Lincoln Square, Worcester, MA. The contract term is one year, with sole discretion of the City to renew for a second and third year. Bidders must bid all items as an aggregate award under proprietary specifications. The submission deadline is October 21, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. Local Time, directed to the Purchasing Division.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest net price, aggregate award
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- 9MM 147GR. FMJ
- 9MM 147 GR. JHP Ranger T Series
- .223 55GR. Ballistic Silver Tip
- .223 55GR. Frangible
- .223 55GR. FMJ
- 12GA Low Recoil Ranger Rifled Slug
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Signed copy of Form 30B
- CORI Compliance Certification
- MWBE Vendor/Service Provider Certification
- State Tax Compliance Certification (Form REAP 1)
- Wage Theft Prevention Certification
- Submit to
- Purchasing Division, Room 201, City Hall, 455 Main St., Worcester, Massachusetts
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Worcester, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Worcester?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 21, 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: Purchasing Division, Room 201, City Hall, 455 Main St., Worcester, Massachusetts. For questions, contact Stephen R. McDonald.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Worcester 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 Stephen R. McDonald at (508) 799-1220. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 9MM 147GR. FMJ., 9MM 147 GR. JHP Ranger T Series, .223 55GR. Ballistic Silver Tip, .223 55GR. Frangible, .223 55GR. FMJ, 12GA Low Recoil Ranger Rifled Slug. 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 net price, aggregate award" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Worcester?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 21, 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: Signed copy of Form 30B, CORI Compliance Certification, MWBE Vendor/Service Provider Certification, State Tax Compliance Certification (Form REAP 1), Wage Theft Prevention Certification. Review the full document from City of Worcester for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Worcester, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.