14 LWRC Direct Impingement Semi-Auto Patrol Rifles

Location:	Missouri
Posted:	Nov 25, 2025
Due:	Dec 23, 2025
Agency:	City of Joplin
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	10 - Weapons
Solicitation No:	2026-RFP-04
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NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. 2026-RFP-04

(14) Fourteen LWRC IC DI Direct Impingement Semi-

Automatic Rifles

RFP Due Date: 10:00 A.M. December 23, 2025

Location:

City of Joplin

Police Department

303 E. 3rd Street

Joplin, MO 64801

Staff:

Email:

Sergeant Brett Davis

bdavis@joplinmo.org

Phone:

417-623-3131 EXT: 1604 (Office)

Proposals will be received by the Joplin Police Department at the specified location

until the time and date cited above. Only proposals received by the correct time

and date will be recorded.

Proposals must be submitted in an envelope with the Request for Qualifications

number and the Vendor’s name and address clearly indicated on the envelope. All

proposals must be completed in ink or typewritten and submitted by the time and

date above.

Consultants are strongly encouraged to carefully read the entire Request for

Qualifications.

November 25, 2025

Issue Date

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS

The City of Joplin, Missouri will accept sealed bids until 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 23,

2025, at the Joplin Athletic Complex located at 3301 West 1st Street, Joplin, Missouri 64801 to

PURCHASE the following:

14 LWRC Direct Impingement Semi-Auto Patrol Rifles

 Chambered in 5.56mm

 10.5” SBR

 Semi-Automatic

 Proprietary DI BCG

 Modular one piece free float rail

 Skirmish back-up iron sights

 Ambi Charging Handle

 Magpul MOE+grip

 Angled Ergonomic Foregrip w/ QD Sling point

 A2 birdcage flash hider

 AMBI sling mount

 ADJ. Compact Stock

 Black in Color

As a part of these specifications, the supplier shall deliver to the City of Joplin.

The unit to be furnished under these specifications shall be the manufacturer’s current year

and model and shall comply with standard specifications for the model offered and those listed

above.

The rifles will be delivered completely assembled, serviced, and ready to operate, to the

Joplin Police Department, 303 E 3rd Street, Joplin, Missouri. Paperwork and manuals

shall be delivered with item.

Specifications and bid forms are available from Sgt Brett Davis, by calling (417) 438-1761 or

by writing to the address indicated above. Any bids received after the specified deadline will be

returned to the vendor.

The City reserves the right to evaluate all bids, to reject any or all bids and re-bid at a later date.

The City may waive any irregularities in the bid or negotiate variances from specifications, and

make awards that are in the best interests of the City. The City will have final decision in all

matters regarding acceptance of bids and issuance of awards.

The City encourages minority and female owned businesses to submit bids on all City purchases.

Finance Director

Leslie Haase

Publication Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025

INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

The City of Joplin, Missouri proposes to PURCHASE the following:

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14 LWRC Direct Impingement Semi-Auto Patrol Rifles

All bids shall have firm-fixed F.O.B. Joplin, Missouri price and shall be honored for a minimum

of ninety (90) days following the bid opening.

All bids shall be exclusive of Federal, State, and City taxes.

It is the intent of the specifications included with this bid document to generally describe the

item(s) desired in sufficient detail as to secure bids on comparable items. All parts not

specifically mentioned which are necessary in order for the item(s) to perform as intended shall

be included. The strength, quality of workmanship, and material shall be in accordance with the

best trade practices.

Specification variances, manufacturer’s literature and additional information should be attached

to the bid form. All blanks on the attached bid specifications shall be filled in completely and

accurately. Any bid not meeting this requirement may be considered non-responsive.

Any protest or grievance must be issued in writing and delivered to the office of the Director of

Finance within five (5) working days following the bid opening. Any protest filed after this time

period has elapsed will not be considered.

The City encourages selection of products manufactured, assembled and/or produced in the

United States, as long as the quality and price are comparable with other items bid.

Businesses which are located within the city limits of Joplin may be given preference in the

awarding of a bid, providing the bid from the local business does not exceed the lowest bid by

more than 3% or $2,500, whichever is less.

The City may give preference to vendors handling products that contain post-consumer

recovered materials, providing the bid does not to exceed the lowest bid by more than 5% or

$2,500, whichever is less.

Once the bids are reviewed and evaluated, the successful vendor will be notified, in writing, and

will receive an authorized City of Joplin purchase order. Verbal acknowledgments will not be

considered as official notification and will not obligate the City in any way. Delivery or

performance should not be completed without the receipt of an authorized purchase order.

Minimum information to be submitted with each bid shall consist of the following:

1. Verification of Bid Specifications (with variances noted)

2. Bid Form

MARK BID ENVELOPES: “LWRC Patrol Rifles Sgt Brett Davis” - BID #2026-RFP-04,

10:00 A.M., Tuesday, December 23, 2025”

Questions concerning the specifications and bidding procedures should be directed to Sgt Brett

Davis (417) 438-1761.

SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATION DETAIL VARIANCE

1. Supplier shall deliver to the City of Joplin.

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2. The unit to be furnished under these specifications shall be the manufacturer’s

current year and model and shall comply with standard specifications for the model

offered.

3. Unit shall be fully serviced and ready to operate at time of delivery.

4. The 14 LWRC Direct Impingement Semi-Auto Patrol Rifles will be delivered completely

assembled to the Joplin Police Department, 303 E 3rd St, Joplin, Missouri. Paperwork

and manuals shall be delivered with item.

5. The awarding bid will be based on the total grand price.

CITY OF JOPLIN, MISSOURI

BID PROPOSAL RESPONSE FORM

14 LWRC Direct Impingement Semi-Auto Patrol Rifles

Manufacturer:

________________ _____

Total BID PRICE: $

Estimated Completion Time following receipt of purchase order: _____ days

COMPANY NAME:

ADDRESS:

MARK BID ENVELOPES: “LWRC Patrol Rifles Sgt Brett Davis” - BID #2026-RFP-04,

10:00 A.M., Tuesday, December 23, 2025”

Police Department Addresses:

Joplin PD;

Attn: Sgt Brett Davis

303 E 3rd ST.

JOPLIN MO. 64801

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This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.

Bid Number:	2026-RFP-04
Bid Title:	14 LWRC Direct Impingement Semi-Auto Patrol Rifles
Category:	Police
Status:	Open