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July 14, 2026
ITEM TITLE
Purchase Agreements: Accept Bids from Miwall Corporation and San Diego Police Equipment Co., Inc. and Approve Agreements for the Purchase Ammunition for the Police Department Report Number: 26-0147
Location: No specific geographic location
Department: Police
G.C. § 84308 Regulations Apply: No
Environmental Notice : The activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) State Guidelines . Therefore, pursuant to State Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) no environmental review is required.
Recommended Action
Adopt a resolution accepting bids from Miwall Corporation and San Diego Police Equipment Co., Inc. and approving agreements with each for the purchase ammunition for the Police Department.
SUMMARY
On February 20, 2026, the City issued a Request for Bid (“RFB”), seeking sealed bids from qualified suppliers to provide the Police Department with factory -new ammunition. As a result of the RFB process, staff recommends accept ing bids from Miwall Corporation and San Diego Police Equipment Co., Inc. and approving agreements with each for the purchase of ammunition.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The proposed activity has been reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and it has been determined that the activity is not a “Project” as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines because it will not result in a physical change in the environment. Therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the activity is not subject to CEQA.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
Not applicable.
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DISCUSSION
On February 20, 2026, the City posted a Request for Bid (RFB B35-2026) via PlanetBids, soliciting sealed bids from qualified vendors for the supply of factory -new ammunition for the Police Department. The RFB specified the Department’s estimated annual ammunition requirements and required strict adherence to all listed specifications, including caliber, bullet type, grain weight, case material, primer type, manufacturer, and stock number.
All ammunition furnished under this solicitation must be manufactured within 24 months prior to delivery, unless otherwise authorized in the RFB. Additionally, all products must be factory -new, first-quality, and delivered in original, unopened manufacturer packaging.
During the RFB process, 137 prospective bidders were notified and 14 downloaded the bid. The following two vendors submitted bids:
1. Miwall Corporation
2. San Diego Police Equipment Co., Inc.
Miwall Corporation submitted a bid for one ammunition type, while San Diego Police Equipment Co., Inc. submitted bids for the remaining required items. Because only one bid was received for each specified ammunition type, staff recommends awarding contracts to both Miwall Corporation and San Diego Police Equipment Co., Inc. in accordance with their respective bid submissions.
The bid amount by ammunition unit cost is listed in the table below.
Brand Stock # Description
San Diego
Police
Equipment
Co., Inc.
Unit Cost
Bid
Amount
Miwall
Corporation
Unit Cost
Bid Amount
Hornady 80965C .308 – 168 Grain (Hornady Tap) No Bid $1.46 Speer CCI-24445SP Gold Dot .223 62GR GDSP $0.72 No Bid Speer CCI-53826 Lawman Clean-Fire 147 GR TMJ 9MM $0.25 No Bid Speer CCI-53833 Lawman 38SPL 158GR TMJ, Clean-Fire $0.41 No Bid Speer CCI-53880 Lawman 40S&W 180GR TMJ, Clean-Fire $0.32 No Bid Speer CCI-53885 Lawman 45ACP 230GR TMJ, Clean Fire $0.39 No Bid Speer CCI-53921 Gold Dot 38SPL 135GR GDHP/SB + P $0.53 No Bid Federal FED-AE223NX1 HST .223 55 GR FMJ, BT, Catalyst Primer $0.49 No Bid Federal FED-AE380LF1 Federal 380 Auto 70GR Lead Free FMJ $0.48 No Bid Federal FED-P380HST1 Federal HST 380 Auto 99GR JHP $0.46 No Bid Federal FED-P40HST1 HST 40S&W 180R JHP $0.52 No Bid
Federal FED-P45HST2 Federal HST 45 ACP 230GR JHP $0.57 No Bid Federal FED-P9HST2 HST 9MM 147GR JHP $0.46 No Bid
Force on Force SIM-FF556B1 5.56 – Blue/Green Marker Rounds $1.02 No Bid Force on Force SIM-FF9B2 9MM – Blue/Green Marker Rounds $0.85 No Bid
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The RFB established fixed unit pricing for ammunition for an initial one‑ year term, with the option to extend for up to four additional one ‑ year periods. Any price adjustment requested during an extension term is subject to City approval and is limited to the lesser of five percent (5%) or the Consumer Price Index for the San Diego Area. Purchases from Miwall Corporation for the total possible term including optional extensions shall not exceed $75,000. Purchases from San Diego Police Equipment Co. for the tot al possible term including optional extensions shall not exceed $665,000.
Acceptance of the bids from Miwall Corporation and San Diego Police Equipment Co., Inc. will allow the Police Department to purchase ammunition at competitive, contractually control led pricing to support ongoing training and operational needs.
DECISION-MAKER CONFLICT
Staff has reviewed the decision contemplated by this action and has determined that it is not site-specific and consequently, the real property holdings of the City Coun cil members do not create a disqualifying real property-related financial conflict of interest under the Political Reform Act. (Gov. Code, § 87100, et seq.) Staff is not independently aware and has not been informed by any City Council member of any other fact that may constitute a basis for a decision maker conflict of interest in this matter.
CURRENT-YEAR FISCAL IMPACT
The Police Department spends approximately $120,000 annually on ammunition. The cost of any ammunition purchased under these agreements is already included in the Police Department’s adopted Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget.
ONGOING FISCAL IMPACT
The estimated fiscal year 2026 -27 c ost relating to ammunition is approximately $120,000. This cost is included in the fiscal year 2026-27 Police Department’s General Fund and Measure A adopted budget.
Ammunition costs in subsequent fiscal years will be considered as part of the annual budget development process.
Purchases from Miwall Corporation for the total possible term including optional extensions shall not exceed $75,000. Purchases from San Diego Police Equipment Co. for the total possible term including optional extensions shall not exceed $665,000.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Agreement with San Diego Police Equipment Co., Inc.
2. Agreement with Miwall Corporation
Staff Contact: Acting Chief of Police Dan Peak
Police Administrative Services Manager Jonathan Alegre