Placentia Planet bids #141187

Comprehensive Firearms Training and Qualification Program for Placentia Police Department

The City of Placentia is seeking a qualified vendor to design and implement a comprehensive firearms training and qualification program for its Police Department. - Government Buyer: - City of Placentia Finance Department, in coordination with the Placentia Police Department - Scope of Services: - Develop and deliver a firearms training and qualification program for 53 sworn officers - Replace the current eight annual basic qualifications with an industry-standard protocol - Utilize the City's new 1,900-square-foot, four-lane shooting range at 2995 E. La Jolla Street, Anaheim, CA - Provide live-fire instruction, training materials, record-keeping, shooter diagnostics, on-the-spot corrections, and post-session reports - Ensure instructors hold current California POST Firearms Instructor Certifications (handgun and rifle) and have at least five years of live-fire instruction experience with California law enforcement - Demonstrate expertise in shooter analysis and diagnosis - Include a contingency plan for an alternate range that meets all technical and safety requirements within reasonable driving distance - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with federal, state, and local laws, California POST standards, and City policies - Proposals must detail approach, pricing, and any anticipated cost increases over the five-year contract term - The City will separately procure range maintenance, cleaning, and hazardous waste disposal services - No specific OEMs or product part numbers are mandated; the focus is on professional services and instructor qualifications

Description

The City of Placentia is seeking proposals to restructure its firearms training and qualification program for the Placentia Police Department. The goal is to elevate the current system of eight annual basic qualifications to an industry-standard program using the City's new shooting range. The contract will last for five years starting July 1, 2026. Proposals will be evaluated based on experience, client evaluations, and responsiveness to the City's needs, with submissions due by May 14, 2026.

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