Pepper Spray for the Detroit Police Department

The City of Detroit Office of Contracting and Procurement, on behalf of the Police Department, is soliciting proposals under RFQ 553252 for a one-year Blanket Purchase Agreement to provide 3,000 pepper spray canisters. The required product must be SABRE Model No. 53H2010 or an approved equal, measuring 4 inches in height by 1.38 inches in diameter with a minimum five-year shelf life. Technical specifications require the canisters to contain Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) and Orthochlorobenzalmononitrile (CS Gas), be non-flammable, compatible with Electronic Immobilization Devices, and feature a flip-top safety. Award will be based on the low total net bid, provided the respondent meets the minimum qualification of three years of relevant experience. Successful bidders must adhere to strict compliance and insurance requirements, including a 5 percent bid bond and payment and performance bonds ranging from 25 to 100 percent of the contract value. Required insurance includes Worker's Compensation with Michigan statutory limits and Commercial General Liability with a combined single limit of 1 million dollars per occurrence. Administrative requirements include submission via the Bonfire portal by November 4, 2026, active SAM registration, and Treasury Clearance. Vendors may be eligible for equalization credits based on Detroit-based business certifications. Invoicing is managed through the City of Detroit Vendor Portal with standard NET 30 payment terms.