Area acoustic gun shot surveillance system
About This Opportunity
Services contract award: Area acoustic gun. By Chicago Police Department in United States, security & defence. Awarded to SHOTSPOTTER INC (USD 10.2M, Jun 2023).
This is a services contract in the security and defense sector, with a focus on Police. Located in United States, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of USD 10.2 million.
Published through Chicago Contracts, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the security and defense sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.
Description
This tender, issued by the Chicago Police Department in the United States, seeks the procurement of an Area Acoustic Gunshot Surveillance System. As a commodities contract, the focus is on the acquisition of a specialized technological solution designed to enhance public safety and law enforcement capabilities within the city. The system is intended to provide real-time detection, location, and alerting of gunfire incidents across designated areas.
Typical requirements for such systems often include advanced acoustic sensor technology capable of differentiating gunfire from other loud noises, precise triangulation for pinpointing the origin of shots, and robust data transmission capabilities to alert responding officers instantaneously. Furthermore, the system is expected to offer comprehensive data logging, analysis tools for incident review, and integration with existing police communication and dispatch systems. Reliability, durability in various environmental conditions, and ease of deployment and maintenance are also critical considerations. The contracting authority will likely evaluate proposals based on technical merit, system performance, vendor experience, and the overall cost-effectiveness of the proposed solution.
This procurement aims to equip the Chicago Police Department with a cutting-edge tool to improve response times, gather crucial evidence, and ultimately contribute to a safer urban environment.
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from Chicago Contracts and was originally published on June 12, 2023. Last refreshed 6 days ago. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About CHICAGO POLICE DEPARTMENT
CHICAGO POLICE DEPARTMENT has issued 339 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 0 currently open and 339 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Security, Defense & Justice, General Supplies & Services, and Law & Legal Services. All notices are published for United States. Notices are distributed via Chicago Contracts. Most recent publication: May 21, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Is this tender still open?
No โ the contract has already been awarded to SHOTSPOTTER INC. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by CHICAGO POLICE DEPARTMENT in United States. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Services contract in the Security, Defense & Justice sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
How much was the contract awarded for?
SHOTSPOTTER INC was awarded the contract for $10,184,900. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in United States. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit Chicago Contracts to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.
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