Illinois State Police - Tactical Spotting Scopes - SOCOM - 26-493ISP-ADMIN-B-52035 (2026)
Illinois State Police | State of IllinoisState · Springfield, IL- Due
- Apr 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Tammy Larsen-Tolley
- (217) 416-8468
The 30-second brief
The Illinois State Police is seeking competitive bids for the procurement of 16 units of tactical spotting scopes with advanced milling reticle for use by SWAT and tactical surveillance personnel. Specifications include 8-40x variable magnification, 60mm or greater objective lens diameter, extra-low dispersion optical glass, fully multi-coated anti-reflection optics, and TREMOR 4 first focal plane reticles with milliradian units and illumination. Mechanical requirements feature aircraft-grade aluminum or magnesium alloy housing, waterproof and shock-resistant construction, MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rails, and accessory mounting locations. Delivery is required within 60 days of contract execution to 4700 Rodger Street, Springfield, IL 62703. The submission deadline is April 30, 2026.
16 units of tactical spotting scopes with advanced milling reticle, Protective carrying case, Lens covers, Sunshade or glare reduction accessory, Cleaning kit
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Summary
The Illinois State Police is seeking competitive bids for the procurement of 16 units of tactical spotting scopes with advanced milling reticle for use by SWAT and tactical surveillance personnel.
Specifications include 8-40x variable magnification, 60mm or greater objective lens diameter, extra-low dispersion optical glass, fully multi-coated anti-reflection optics, and TREMOR 4 first focal plane reticles with milliradian units and illumination. Mechanical requirements feature aircraft-grade aluminum or magnesium alloy housing, waterproof and shock-resistant construction, MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rails, and accessory mounting locations. Delivery is required within 60 days of contract execution to 4700 Rodger Street, Springfield, IL 62703. The submission deadline is April 30, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- 16 units of tactical spotting scopes with advanced milling reticle
- Protective carrying case
- Lens covers
- Sunshade or glare reduction accessory
- Cleaning kit
- Submit to
- https://www.bidbuy.illinois.gov/bso/external/bidDetail.sda?docId=26-493ISP-ADMIN-B-52035&external=true&parentUrl=close
- Scope location
- Springfield, IL
- Reported agency
- State of Illinois
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Illinois State Police | State of Illinois?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 30, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.bidbuy.illinois.gov/bso/external/bidDetail.sda?docId=26-493ISP-ADMIN-B-52035&external=true&parentUrl=close. For questions, contact Tammy Larsen-Tolley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Illinois State Police | State of Illinois in IL, 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 Tammy Larsen-Tolley at (217) 416-8468. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 16 units of tactical spotting scopes with advanced milling reticle, Protective carrying case, Lens covers, Sunshade or glare reduction accessory, Cleaning kit. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Springfield, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.