Taser International - New Sole Source Contract

CHICAGO POLICE DEPARTMENT

Published: Dec 28, 2023

Updated: Jun 16, 2026

Source: chicago_contracts

This tender has been awarded

Awarded to AXON ENTERPRISE INC — $31,055,345

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About This Opportunity

Award by Chicago Police Department (United States, security & defence): Taser International - New. Awarded to AXON ENTERPRISE INC (USD 31.1M, Dec 2023).

This is a supplies 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 31.1 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 the supply of goods in the security and defense sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. 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 sourced via chicago_contracts, concerns a new sole source contract for the Chicago Police Department. The procurement falls under the category of commodities and specifically identifies Axon Enterprise Inc. as the sole vendor.

The Chicago Police Department is seeking to establish a long-term agreement for the supply of goods and services related to their operational needs, where Axon Enterprise Inc. is identified as the sole proprietary provider. This type of sole source procurement typically indicates that the goods or services are unique and available only from this specific vendor, often due to intellectual property rights, specialized technology, or established integration with existing departmental systems.

Prospective bidders, if applicable and able to meet the specific criteria of a sole source justification, should anticipate requirements that may include detailed product specifications, performance standards, delivery schedules, and comprehensive support services. The contract will likely cover the ongoing provision and maintenance of equipment and related software essential for law enforcement operations. Further details regarding the specific commodities, contract duration, and any associated service level agreements will be provided in the full tender documentation. This opportunity is for a critical supply chain component for a major municipal police force.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Chicago Contracts and was originally published on December 28, 2023. Last refreshed 9 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

How can I submit a bid?

Visit Chicago Contracts to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

Is this tender still open?

No — the contract has already been awarded to AXON ENTERPRISE 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 Supplies 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?

AXON ENTERPRISE INC was awarded the contract for $31,055,345. 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.