SB 202609-02 Target Load Shotgun Shells

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is conducting a competitive sealed bid solicitation for the purchase of target load shotgun shells. The requirement includes up to 2,400 cases of 12-gauge shells and up to 600 cases of 20-gauge shells. All products must meet specific technical standards, including size 8 shot, low recoil, solid caps, and the ability to eject from a semi-automatic shotgun. Specifically, 12-gauge shells must feature a 1 oz. load at 1160 to 1195 fps, while 20-gauge shells must feature a 7/8 oz. load at 1190 fps. The commission strictly prohibits loads containing black powder, tracer loads, or nickel or copper coated shot. Bids must be submitted by the deadline of October 27, 2026, through the Beacon Bid portal or via sealed physical submission. The contract is structured as a term agreement with pricing valid for at least 12 months, and the requested delivery date for the items is March 15, 2027, to the Arkansas Game and Fish Foundation Shooting Sports Complex in Jacksonville, AR. Deliveries are to be made FOB Destination during normal state work hours using vehicles equipped with unloading capabilities. Evaluation is based on technical compliance and vendor responsibility, with the agency considering past performance on state contracts from the previous three years. Mandatory requirements for a valid bid include the submission of a signed Official Bid Document and a completed Official Bid Price Sheet.