Purchase of (53) Sig Sauer P320 9MM Hand Guns for New Hires

The Orlando Police Department is soliciting a sole source purchase of 53 Sig Sauer P320 9mm handguns, model W320CA-9-BXR3-PRORX2, specifically for new hires. Dana Safety Supply Inc. has been identified as the only authorized distributor for SIG SAUER firearms in the State of Florida, which forms the basis for the sole source designation under solicitation number S24-0311. The procurement is governed by a short public notice period from March 20 to March 27, 2024, during which other suppliers believing themselves capable of providing equivalent products are invited to submit qualifications and product information via email to the Purchasing Agent, Tracie Brown. The solicitation does not specify pricing, contract type beyond being likely firm-fixed-price, or delivery timelines; however, the place of performance and delivery is the Orlando Police Department within Florida, and acceptance is expected to occur at the destination. No federal acquisition regulations or formal contract clauses are included in this local government procurement, and there are no detailed instructions on packaging, marking, or special contract requirements such as options, security clearances, or key personnel. The documentation confirms the exclusive distributorship status of Dana Safety Supply through a letter from SIG SAUER, Inc., justifying the sole source award. Submission requirements are limited to qualifications and product capability statements, with no formal proposal volumes or page limits specified. The acquisition emphasizes transparency by providing a challenge window for other potential suppliers but includes no information on price negotiation, evaluation factors, or socioeconomic status certifications. All communications and submissions are directed to the designated Purchasing Agent, and the vendor’s address is listed in Orlando, Florida.