Description
The City of Mobile Police Department issued a sealed‑bid solicitation (Bid No. 5880) for the purchase of two categories of firearms: Glock 17 Gen 5 NS handguns and Mossberg 590 7‑shot pump‑action shotguns. Quantities are approximated at 1‑80 units per item, with delivery FOB destination to Mobile, AL. Bidders must submit a sealed bid by May 8 2024, include a 5 % bid bond, and meet extensive eligibility requirements (W‑9, E‑Verify, Certificate of Authority, possible city business license, and local vendor preference). Prices are to be firm for one year with the option for up to two additional one‑year extensions. No award has been announced, and the vendor name remains undisclosed.
• Scope: Procurement of ~1‑80 Glock 17 handguns and ~1‑80 Mossberg 590 shotguns.
• Delivery: FOB destination to Mobile, AL; vendor must ship to the Purchasing Department address.
• Requirements: Sealed bid, 5 % bid bond, compliance with E‑Verify, local vendor‑preference law, and potential disadvantaged‑person performance for contracts > $50k.
• Timeline: Bid deadline 12:01 p.m., May 8 2024; no award date yet.