Columbus Consolidated Government Used & Confiscated Firearms for Credit or Swap RFB No. 27-0004 2026
City of ColumbusCity · Columbus, GA- Due
- Sep 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 11, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ronnie Hastings
- (706) 225-4035
The 30-second brief
Columbus Consolidated Government is soliciting bids from licensed firearms dealers to purchase 480 used and confiscated firearms in exchange for credit or swap for Heckler & Koch MR556 A4 SBR 11” rifles. Bids are due Sept. 9, 2026.
Credit to purchase or swap for Heckler & Koch MR556 A4 SBR 11” Part No. 81001048 rifles with accessories
Highest purchase credit or swap quantity
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Summary
Columbus Consolidated Government is soliciting bids from licensed firearms dealers to purchase 480 used and confiscated firearms in exchange for credit or swap for Heckler & Koch MR556 A4 SBR 11” rifles. Bids are due Sept. 9, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Highest purchase credit or swap quantity
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Credit to purchase or swap for Heckler & Koch MR556 A4 SBR 11” Part No. 81001048 rifles with accessories
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Detailed Specifications (Form 1)
- Bid Form Pricing Page (Form 2)
- E-Verify Affidavit (Form 3)
- Communication Concerning This Solicitation (Form 4)
- Conflict of Interest Affidavit (Form 5)
- Federal Compliance (Form 6)
- Addenda Acknowledgement (Form 7)
- General Release and Indemnity Agreement (Form 8)
- Federal Firearm License
- State Firearm Dealer License
- Bid Security
- Business License
- Form W-9
- Submit to
- OpenBids portal
- Scope location
- Columbus, GA
- Reported agency
- Columbus Consolidated Government
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Columbus?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 9, 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: OpenBids portal. For questions, contact Ronnie Hastings.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Columbus in GA, 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 Ronnie Hastings at (706) 225-4035. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Credit to purchase or swap for Heckler & Koch MR556 A4 SBR 11” Part No. 81001048 rifles with accessories. 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: "Highest purchase credit or swap quantity" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Columbus?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Columbus are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Columbus 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 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: Detailed Specifications (Form 1), Bid Form Pricing Page (Form 2), E-Verify Affidavit (Form 3), Communication Concerning This Solicitation (Form 4), Conflict of Interest Affidavit (Form 5), Federal Com. Review the full document from City of Columbus for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Columbus, GA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.