B.E. Meyers Modular Advanced Weapon Laser Modernization & Repair

The City of Vancouver is planning to award a sole source contract to B.E. Meyers for the modernization and repair of the Modular Advanced Weapon Laser (MAWL) system. The contract, identified as Sole Source 2025-16, is set to be posted on October 22, 2025, with a response deadline of October 27, 2025. The procurement is valued between $500,000 and $1,500,000 and pertains to the NAICS code 332994, which covers small arms manufacturing and related services. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Jennifer Hertz, the Procurement Officer, who can be reached via email for inquiries or to suggest alternative suppliers. The justification for the sole source award emphasizes that B.E. Meyers holds proprietary rights to the MAWL-DA (Modular Advanced Weapon Laser Direct Action) technology, which makes their products and services uniquely suited to meet the City’s modernization needs. The justification highlights that B.E. Meyers provides exclusive warranty services, repair, and modernization options that are not available from other vendors, making the procurement both necessary and cost-effective compared to replacement options. The contract aims to ensure continued access to specialized technical features and support, with the documentation certifying the necessity of a sole source approach based on proprietary technology and unique product capabilities. Interested parties are encouraged to contact the City’s procurement office if they are aware of alternative suppliers offering similar goods or services.