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The Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) equips each operational member with a firearm as part of their standard Tools-of-Trade, ensuring officers are adequately resourced to perform their duties effectively. In line with this, the department must also provide appropriate ammunition for each issued firearm, in compliance with the Firearms Control Act (Act ) and relevant licensing requirements. The ammunition procured under this bid will be used in both training and operational contexts. This tender reflects the department’s identified need for consistent and reliable provisioning of ammunition to support its mandate. 3. PROJECT SCOPE This bid outlines the technical specifications for the supply and delivery of various calibers of ammunition to the Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) on an "as and when required" basis over a period of three (3) years. These specifications comprehensively address the department’s ammunition requirements. All stipulations within this scope must be adhered to in full. Bidders are advised that only new ammunition will be accepted – reloaded ammunition is strictly prohibited. As part of the evaluation process, the Chief of Police or their delegated representatives, in collaboration with officials from Group Financial Services: Supply Chain Management, will conduct sample testing and evaluation of products submitted by shortlisted bidders. This is to ensure compliance with the minimum technical specifications outlined in this document. Tender Categories This tender is divided into five (5) distinct categories. Bidders must indicate the categories they are bidding for: NR CATEGORIES DESCRIPTION TICK √ RELEVANT CATEGORY YOU ARE BIDDING FOR 3.1 Category A Supply, delivery and offloading of various firearm ammunition. 3.2 Category B Supply, delivery and offloading of various tactical grenades. 3.3 Category C Supply, delivery and offloading of pepper spray and neutralizers. 3.4 Category D Supply, delivery and offloading of shooting targets and accessories. NOTE TO BIDDERS: Bidders are advised to attach a detailed company profile demonstrating knowledge and expertise in the supply and delivery of goods regulated under the Firearms Control Act, 2000 (Act No. ) MUST be attached to the proposal. 3.1 CATEGORY A: VARIOUS FIREARM AMMUNITION This category covers the supply and delivery of new, factory-loaded ammunition only. Reloaded ammunition will not be accepted. All products MUST conform to SABS 1490 – 1989 or Permanent International Commission for Firearm Testing (CIP) standards. 3.1.1 ITEM 1: CALIBER: 9X19MM PARABELLUM (NEW ONLY) 3.1.1.1 ITEM 1.1: CALIBER: 9X19MM PARABELLUM – LIVE AMMUNITION ROUNDS Note to bidders: Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not endorse any specific product. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Maximum Overall Length 28,8mm Weight Complete Round 11,7g Bullet Core: Lead Antimony Alloy Bullet Jacket: 90/10 Cupronickel (CuNi) Alloy Bullet Mass: 7,02g - 8,13g Case Brass 70/30 Primer Non-Corrosive (Berdan/Boxer Type) Propellant Powder Double-Base Grain 115 Mean Velocity (V) 401,3 ± 15 m/s Mean Chamber Pressure (Piezo) ≤ 215 MPa Accuracy (Mean Radius) ≤ 76,2mm at 46m 3.1.1.2 ITEM 1.2 CALIBER: 9X19MM PARABELLUM – DUMMY ROUNDS (NEW ONLY) Note to bidders: Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not endorse any specific product. • Similar weight and feel to live rounds • Oil-resistant polymer bullet plugs (glow under flashlight) • Magnetic fill for easy recovery • Packaged in 10-packs 3.1.1.3 ITEM 1.3 CALIBER: 9X19MM PARABELLUM – BLANK ROUNDS (NEW ONLY) Picture included for illustration purposes ONLY and do not prescribe any preferred product: DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Casing: 28,8mm Wad: 11,7g Packaging: Lead Antimony Alloy Compatibility: 90/10 Cupronickel (CuNi) Alloy Features: Loud report, visible flash, consistent ignition, suitable for training/simulation 3.1.2 ITEM 2: CALIBER: 5.56X45MM (NEW ONLY) 3.1.2.1 ITEM 2.1: CALIBER: 5.56X45MM – LIVE AMMUNITION ROUNDS Note to bidders: Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not endorse any specific product. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Max Overall Length 57,4mm Tip Colour None specified Bullet Core: Lead Antimony Alloy Bullet Jacket: 90/10 Cupronickel (CuNi) Alloy Bullet Mass: 3,50g – 3,62g Case Brass: 70/30 Primer Non-Corrosive (Berdan/Boxer Type) Propellant Powder Double-Base Mean Velocity (V) 964± 12 m/s Mean Chamber Pressure (Piezo) ≤ 379 MPa Accuracy (Mean Radius) ≤ 50,8mm at 183m 3.1.2.2 ITEM 2.2: CALIBER: 5.56X45MM – DUMMY ROUNDS • Similar weight and feel to live rounds • Solid, inert rounds for safe training • Glass-fiber reinforced polymer (non-corrosive) • Precision molded to match 5.56mm NATO dimensions • Cycles and ejects like live rounds • Packaged in 5-packs 3.1.2.3 ITEM 2.3: CALIBER: 5.56X45MM – SOFT POINT ROUNDS Note to bidders: Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not endorse any specific product. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Max Overall Length 56,2 – 57,3 Tip Colour 12.6 g Bullet Type Jacketed Soft Point (JSP) Case Core: Lead Antimony Alloy Case Jacket: Bonded Jacketed Soft Point Case Mass: 3,50g – 3,80g Primer Brass 70/30 Propellant Powder Non-Corrosive (Berdan/Boxer Type) Mean Velocity (V) Double-Base Mean Chamber Pressure (Piezo) 885 ± 25 m/s Accuracy (Mean Radius) ≤ 410 MPa / ≤ 30mm @ 50m Approximate quantities 200 3.1.2.4 ITEM 2.4: CALIBER:5.56X45MM – BLANK ROUNDS Note to bidders: Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not endorse any specific product. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Type: 5.56x45mm M200 blank cartridge Standard: MIL-C-60616C Cartridge Mass: 6.9 g Primer: Non-Corrosive (Berdan/Boxer Type) Propellant: Special blank powder Temperature Range: -20°C to +52°C 3.1.3 ITEM 3: CALIBER: 30-06 FMJ – LIVE AMMUNITION ROUNDS (NEW ONLY) (NATURE CONSERVATION) Note to bidders: Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not endorse any specific product. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Case Type: Rimless, bottleneck Bullet Style: Soft Point Bullet Diameter: .308 in (7.8 mm) Neck Diameter: .340 in (8.6 mm) Shoulder Diameter: .441 in (11.2 mm) Base Diameter: .471 in (12.0 mm) Rim Diameter: .473 in (12.0 mm) Rim Thickness: .049 in (1.2 mm) Case Length: 2.494 in (63.3 mm) Overall Length: 3.34 in (85 mm) Case Capacity: 68 gr H2O (4.4 cm3) Rifling Twist: 1 turn in 10 inches (25.4 cm) Primer Type: Large Rifle Maximum Pressure: 60,200 psi (415 Approximate Quantities: 200 3.1.4 ITEM 4: CALIBER: .308 – LIVE AMMUNITION ROUNDS (NEW ONLY) (NATURE CONSERVATION) Note to bidders: Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not endorse any specific product. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Caliber: .308 Winchester® Bullet Weight: 180 Grain Bullet Style: SP Muzzle Velocity 2,542 ft/s Muzzle Energy: 2,588 ft.-lbs. Case Type: Brass Primer Type: Boxer, reloadable Corrosive: No Approximate quantities 200 3.1.5. ITEM 5: CALIBER: .22 – LIVE AMMUNITION ROUNDS (NEW ONLY) (NATURE CONSERVATION) 3.1.5.1 ITEM 5.1: CALIBER: .22 – 40 GRAIN (HOLLOW POINT) Note to bidders: Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not endorse any specific product. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Caliber .22 Bullet Type: Hollow Point (HP) Bullet Weight: 40 Grain Cartridge Case Material: Brass Muzzle Velocity 1435 ft/s Muzzle Energy: 2,588 ft.-lbs. Primer Type: Rimfire Approximate quantities 200 3.1.5.2 ITEM 5.2: CALIBER .22 – 32 GRAIN Note to bidders: Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not endorse any specific product. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Caliber .22 Bullet Type: Hollow Point (HP) Bullet Weight: 32 Grain Cartridge Case Material: Brass Muzzle Velocity 1640 ft/s Primer Type: Rimfire Approximate quantities 200 3.1.6 ITEM 6: CALIBER 7X57MM MAUSER – LIVE AMMUNITION ROUNDS (NEW ONLY) (NATURE CONSERVATION) DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Caliber: 7X57MM MAUSER Bullet Type: Soft Point Bullet Weight: 170 Grains Cartridge Case Material: Brass Muzzle Velocity: 2428 ft/s Ballistic Coefficient: 0.405 Approximate Quantities: 200 3.1.7 ITEM 7: CALIBER: 12 GAUGE SHOT GUN ROUND – LIVE AMMUNITION ROUNDS (NEW ONLY) This section covers the supply and delivery of 12-Gauge shotgun rounds, including both less-lethal and lethal variants. All products must be new, conform to applicable safety and performance standards, and be suitable for operational use by the Tshwane Metro Police Department. 3.1.7.1 ITEM 7.1: CALIBER: 12 GAUGE SHOT GUN ROUND – REDUCED DOUBLE BALL BATON, LESS LETHAL Note to bidders: Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not endorse any specific product. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Diameter: 12-Gauge Length: 6.2 cm Projectile Material: 18mm Rubber Ball x 2 Projectile Count: 2 Case Material: Translucent Plastic / Brass Ferrule Muzzle Energy: 47 J Muzzle Velocity: 160 meters per second Minimum Safe Range: 10 m Maximum Effective Range: 15 m Propellant: 4.1g PROJECTILE SPECIFICATIONS Caliber: 32 Diameter: 18 mm Material: Rubber Hardness: 75 Durometer (A) Weight: 57g per ball Warranty: 4 years from date of manufacture 3.1.7.2 ITEM 7.2: CALIBER: 12 GAUGE SHOT GUN ROUND – HYDRO-KINETIC, SHORT RANGE IMPACT BAG, LESS LETHAL Note to bidders: Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not endorse any specific product. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Diameter: 12-Gauge Length: 6.3 cm Case Material: Translucent Plastic / Brass Ferrule Muzzle Velocity: 82 meters per second Minimum Safe Range: 6.1 m Maximum Effective Range: 22.9 m PROJECTILE SPECIFICATIONS Caliber: 32 Length: 12.7 cm Projectile Material: Tear-shaped bag with tails filled with #9 shot Projectile Count: 1 Material: Cotton and ballistic material blend Weight: 40 g Warranty: 5 years from date of manufacture 3.1.7.3 ITEM 7.3: CALIBER: 12 GAUGE SHOT GUN ROUND – HYDRO-KINETIC, SHORT RANGE IMPACT BAG WITH MARKING POWDER, LESS LETHAL Note to bidders: Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not endorse any specific product. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Diameter: 12-Gauge Length: 6.3 cm Case Material: Translucent Plastic / Brass Ferrule Muzzle Velocity: 82 meters per second Minimum Safe Range: 6.1 m Maximum Effective Range: 22.9 m PROJECTILE SPECIFICATIONS Caliber: 32 Length: 12.7 cm Projectile Material Tear-shaped bag with tails filled with #9 shot Projectile Count 1 Material Cotton and ballistic material blend Weight 40 g Warranty 4 years from date of manufacture 3.1.7.4 ITEM 7.4: CALIBER: 12 GAUGE SHOT GUN ROUND – MUZZLE BLAST POWDER OLEORESIN CAPSICUM (OC) (PEPPER SPRAY), LESS LETHAL Note to bidders: Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not endorse any specific product. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Diameter 12-Gauge Length 6.48 cm Maximum Range 3.05 m Active Agent Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) (Pepper Spray) Active Agent Payload Weight 0.092 g Discharge Time Instantaneous Warranty 5 years from date of manufacture 3.1.7.5 ITEM 7.5: CALIBER: 12 GAUGE SHOT GUN ROUND – RUBBER FIN STABILIZED (DIRECT FIRE), OLEORESIN CAPSICUM (OC) (PEPPER SPRAY), LESS LETHAL Note to bidders: Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not endorse any specific product. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Diameter: 12-Gauge Length: 5.94 cm Case Material: Translucent Plastic / Brass Ferrule Muzzle Velocity: 152 meters per second Minimum Safe Range: 4.6 m Maximum Effective Range: 10.7 m PROJECTILE SPECIFICATIONS Caliber: 32 Length: 4.3 cm Projectile Material: Finned Projectile Projectile Count: 1 Material: Rubber Hardness: 75 Durometer (A) Weight: 5.8 g Warranty: 6 years from date of manufacture 3.1.7.6 ITEM 7.6: CALIBER: 12 GAUGE SHOT GUN ROUND – BIRD SHOT (NR 7), LETHAL Note to bidders: Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not endorse any specific product. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Diameter: 12-Gauge Length: 5.94 cm Case Material: Translucent Plastic / Brass Ferrule Muzzle Velocity: 152 meters per second Minimum Safe Range: 4.6 m Maximum Effective Range: 10.7 m PROJECTILE SPECIFICATIONS Caliber: 32 Length: 4.3 cm Projectile Material: BB 4.7 mm Metal Pallets Projectile Count: TC to complete Material: TC to complete Hardness: TC to complete Weight: TC to complete 3.1.8 ITEM 8: CALIBER: 40MM ROUND – LIVE AMMUNITION ROUNDS (NEW ONLY) This section covers the supply and delivery of 12-Gauge shotgun rounds, including both less-lethal and lethal variants. All products must be new, conform to applicable safety and performance standards, and be suitable for operational use by the Tshwane Metro Police Department. 3.1.8.1 ITEM 8.1: CALIBER: 40MM ROUND – HORNET’S NEST, .60 CAL RUBBER BALLS (21 COUNT), LESS LETHAL Note to bidders: Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not endorse any specific product. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Diameter: 40mm (1.60 in) Length: 12.2 cm (4.80 in) Projectile Count: 21 Velocity: 325 fps (99 mps) Minimum Safe Range: 4.6 m (15 ft) Maximum Effective Range: 15.2 m (50 ft) PROJECTILE SPECIFICATIONS Caliber: 60 Material: Rubber Hardness: 60 Durometer (A) Weight: 2.5 g (0.08 oz) Warranty: 5 years from date of manufacture 3.1.8.2 ITEM 8.2: CALIBER: 40MM ROUND – REACT EXTENDED RANGE, OLEORESIN CAPSICUM (OC) (PEPPER SPRAY) PAYLOAD PROJECTILE, LESS LETHAL Note to bidders: Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not endorse any specific product. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Diameter: 40mm Length: 122mm / 12.2 cm Maximum Range: 137 meters Active Agent: Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) (Pepper Spray) Active Agent Payload Weight: 7.3 g Discharge Time: 20 – 40 seconds Warranty: 5 years from date of manufacture 3.2 CATEGORY B: TACTICAL GRENADES This category covers the supply and delivery of new, factory-loaded ammunition (Tactical Grenades) only. Reloaded ammunition will not be accepted. All products MUST conform to SABS 1490 – 1989 or Permanent International Commission for Firearm Testing (CIP) standards, compliant with operational safety standards, and suitable for law enforcement use. 3.2.1 ITEM 1: EXPULSION GRENADE, OLEORESIN CAPSICUM (OC) (PEPPER SPRAY) (NEW ONLY) A high volume, continuous discharge grenade in Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) (Pepper Spray). Note to bidders: Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not endorse any specific product. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Diameter: 38 mm (1.5 in) Length: 147mm (5.8 in) Submunitions: Not Applicable Fuse: M201A1 Mil-Spec Payload Weight: 10 grams OC Discharge Time: Instantaneous Launch able: No Warranty: 5 Years 3.2.2 ITEM 2: TACTICAL BLAST STUN GRENADE (NEW ONLY) An instantaneous Blast Grenade for both indoor and outdoor use. Note to bidders: Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not endorse any specific product. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Reload: Non-Reloadable Diameter: 2.0 in (50 mm) Length: 4.5 in (115 mm) Fuse: Model M201A1 Explosive Content: 29 g Flash Powder Sound Level: 177 dB @ 5 ft (1.5 m) Light Level: 6-10 million Candela Material: Cardboard Product Weight: 0.44 lbs (198 g) Warranty: 4 Years 3.2.3 ITEM 3: POCKET SMOKE GRENADE, WHITE SMOKE (NEW ONLY) A small, lightweight, easily carried, quick burning, reduced volume, and continuous discharge grenade available in OC (Part No 1019), CN (Part No 1015), CS (Part No 1016), and Saf-SmokeTM (Part No 1017). Note to bidders: Images are for illustrative purposes only and do not endorse any specific product. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENT Diameter: 1.4 inches or 36mm Length: 4.5 inches or 114mm Submunitions: Not Applicable Fuse: Model M201A1 Type Smoke Mix Weight: 100 grams WS Discharge Time: 20-40 sec Launchable: Yes Warranty: 5 Years Diameter: 1.4 in (36mm) Length: 4.5 in (114mm) 3.3 CATEGORY C: PEPPER SPRAY AND NEUTRALIZERS This category encompasses the supply and delivery of new, factory-manufactured pepper spray and neutralizer units, each paired with a durable black webbing belt holster designed for operational use by members of the Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD). The products specified under this category are intended to support Tshwane Metro Police Department (TMPD) officers in both law enforcement and crowd control scenarios, providing non-lethal means of self-defense and subject compliance. The pepper spray must deliver a high-volume, direct stream capable of incapacitating aggressive individuals, while the neutralizer must effectively counteract the effects of chemical agents such as Oleoresin Capsicum (OC), Mace (CN), and Teargas (CS). Each unit must meet stringent safety, performance, and durability standards, ensuring reliability in high-pressure environments. All components must be non-toxic, non-flammable, and environmentally friendly, with a minimum shelf life of five years. This category is critical to Tshwane Metro Police Department’s (TMPD) operational readiness and public safety mandate, and bidders are expected to comply fully with the technical specifications, packaging, and verification requirements outlined in this document. 3.3.1 ITEM 1: PEPPER SPRAY AND NEUTRALIZER WITH BLACK WEBBING BELT HOLSTER PEPPER SPRAY SPECIFICATIONS: FEATURE REQUIREMENT Canister Seamless, corrosion-resistant, 100ml capacity Actuator Spring-loaded brown flip top with safety lock Spray Pattern High-volume direct stream Minimum Range 5–6 meters Label Brown with white indelible, water-resistant text TMPD emblem, “PEPPER SPRAY”, “Direct Stream”, volume, Required batch number, expiry date, serial number, warnings, Markings manufacturer details Chemical Hydrocarbon solvent-based Capsicum Composition OCT Strength 1,000,000 ±10% Scoville Shelf Life Minimum 5 years Propellant High-pressure, non-flammable, environmentally friendly Safety Non-toxic, medically safe solvents Operating Temp -10°C to 50°C ±5°C Discharge Full discharge when valve is permanently activated NEUTRALIZER SPECIFICATIONS FEATURE REQUIREMENT Canister Seamless aluminium, 100ml capacity Actuator Bright-coloured spring-loaded flip top with safety lock Spray Pattern Low-pressure foam discharge Label Brown with white indelible, water-resistant text TMPD emblem, “NEUTRALISER”, “Foam”, volume, batch Required number, expiry date, serial number, warnings, manufacturer Markings details Neutralizing Effective against OC (Pepper Spray), CN (Mace), CS (Teargas) Capability Shelf Life Minimum 5 years Safety Non-toxic, non-flammable, medically safe Operating Temp -10°C to 50°C ±5°C Discharge Full discharge when valve is permanently activated HOLSTER SPECIFICATIONS FEATURE REQUIREMENT Type Twin Canister Holster Fit 2 x 100ml canisters on 50mm web belt Material Heavy-duty nylon (not plastic moulded), black Safety Must prevent easy removal of canisters PACKAGING & DELIVERY

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