Area acoustic gun shot surveillance system

CHICAGO POLICE DEPARTMENT

Published: Feb 26, 2024

Updated: Jun 19, 2026

Source: chicago_contracts

This tender has been awarded

Awarded to SHOTSPOTTER INC — $3,214,947

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About This Opportunity

Services contract award: Area acoustic gun. By Chicago Police Department in United States, security & defence. Awarded to SHOTSPOTTER INC (USD 3.2M, Feb 2024).

This is a services contract in the security and defense sector, with a focus on Police and Crime Prevention. Located in United States, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of USD 3.2 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, originating from the United States and specifically from the City of Chicago, seeks a comprehensive Area Acoustic Gun Shot Surveillance System. The procurement, classified under commodities by the Chicago Police Department, aims to enhance public safety through advanced technology. The system will be responsible for the detection, location, and reporting of gunfire incidents within designated areas of the city.

Typical requirements for such a system would include a robust network of acoustic sensors capable of real-time detection and precise triangulation of gunshot events. The solution should offer immediate alerts to law enforcement, providing critical information such as the location and number of shots fired. Furthermore, the system is expected to be capable of data logging, analysis, and reporting to support investigations and crime prevention strategies. Reliability in various environmental conditions, secure data transmission, and seamless integration with existing police department infrastructure are also anticipated. The successful vendor will be expected to provide installation, maintenance, and ongoing support services for the deployed system.

This procurement represents a significant investment in modern policing technology for the Chicago Police Department.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Chicago Contracts and was originally published on February 26, 2024. 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

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 $3,214,947. 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.

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Is this tender still open?

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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.