Port of Bellingham Explosive Detection Equipment Bid 2025 - MESS 25-3
Port of Bellingham (includes airport)Airport Authority · Bellingham, WA- Due
- Dec 23, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 18, 2025
- Primary contact
- Matthew Rodriquez
The 30-second brief
The Port of Bellingham is soliciting bids under solicitation number MESS 25-3 for the procurement of two (2) portable explosive detection units for use at Bellingham International Airport (BLI). The scope includes the delivery of equipment capable of detecting explosives, homemade explosive precursors, and other threat substances in non-laboratory, operational environments, as well as providing on-site training for airport staff. This procurement supports airport worker screening and compliance with security standards. Bids are due by December 23, 2025, and should be submitted to Matthew Rodriquez, Director of Aviation, via email. The opportunity was published in the Bellingham Herald.
Two portable explosive detection units, On-site training
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Summary
The Port of Bellingham is soliciting bids under solicitation number MESS 25-3 for the procurement of two (2) portable explosive detection units for use at Bellingham International Airport (BLI).
The scope includes the delivery of equipment capable of detecting explosives, homemade explosive precursors, and other threat substances in non-laboratory, operational environments, as well as providing on-site training for airport staff. This procurement supports airport worker screening and compliance with security standards. Bids are due by December 23, 2025, and should be submitted to Matthew Rodriquez, Director of Aviation, via email. The opportunity was published in the Bellingham Herald.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Two portable explosive detection units, On-site training
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Bellingham, WA
- Reported agency
- Port of Bellingham
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Port of Bellingham (includes airport)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 23, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Matthew Rodriquez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Port of Bellingham (includes airport) in WA, 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 Matthew Rodriquez. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Two portable explosive detection units, On-site training. 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: Bellingham, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.