RTS Tactical has been awarded Sourcewell Contract #061626-TACT under the Law Enforcement Equipment category, providing eligible government agencies with an additional procurement option for equipment covered by the contract.
For police departments, purchasing new equipment involves more than selecting the right products. Procurement officers must navigate competitive bidding requirements, budgets, purchasing policies, and internal approvals. Sourcewell's cooperative purchasing program can simplify that process by providing access to competitively solicited contracts.
This guide explains what Sourcewell is, how cooperative purchasing works, and how your department can request a quote from RTS Tactical under its awarded contract.
RTS Tactical Sourcewell Contract Information
| Contract Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Awarded Supplier | RTS Tactical |
| Contract Number | 061626-TACT |
| Contract Category | Law Enforcement Equipment |
| Contract Status | Awarded |
| Contract Pricing | Available by requesting a department quote |
View the Official Sourcewell Award Listing
What Is Sourcewell?
Sourcewell is a government agency established under Minnesota law that provides cooperative purchasing solutions to public agencies across the United States and Canada.
Rather than requiring every government organization to independently conduct a competitive solicitation for the same types of equipment, Sourcewell conducts competitive solicitations and awards contracts that eligible participating agencies may use.
Sourcewell's procurement process includes:
- Developing and publicly advertising requests for proposals (RFPs).
- Evaluating supplier submissions through an established competitive process.
- Awarding contracts to qualifying suppliers.
- Making awarded contracts available to eligible participating agencies.
Government entities can register with Sourcewell at no cost, with no obligation to purchase.
For law enforcement agencies, this creates an alternative purchasing path for equipment needs already covered by an awarded Sourcewell contract.
How Sourcewell Simplifies Law Enforcement Procurement
Purchasing equipment for a police department often involves several departments, including command staff, purchasing, finance, and municipal administration.
When an agency's needs align with an existing Sourcewell contract, cooperative purchasing can reduce the administrative work associated with conducting a separate competitive solicitation.
Access to Competitively Solicited Contracts
Sourcewell conducts competitive solicitations before awarding supplier contracts.
Participating agencies can review an existing awarded contract rather than automatically starting a new RFP process for every qualifying purchase.
Reduced Procurement Administration
Developing an RFP, advertising the solicitation, collecting bids, and evaluating responses takes time and staff resources.
Using an existing cooperative purchasing contract may reduce duplicated solicitation work, allowing purchasing officers to focus on confirming contract eligibility, equipment requirements, pricing, and internal approvals.
Support for Department Purchasing Needs
Police departments may need equipment for new officers, scheduled replacements, patrol operations, or specialized units.
When the required equipment is covered by an awarded contract, cooperative purchasing provides an established contract option that agencies can evaluate for these purchases.
Important: Sourcewell does not eliminate an agency's responsibility to follow applicable federal, state, and local purchasing laws, internal policies, approval requirements, or funding restrictions. Each agency must determine whether using the cooperative contract is authorized for its purchase.
Sourcewell vs. Traditional RFP: What's the Difference?
Both Sourcewell cooperative purchasing and traditional agency-issued RFPs can be used to procure law enforcement equipment. The appropriate method depends on the purchase requirements and the agency's procurement authority.
| Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing | Traditional Agency RFP |
|---|---|
| Uses an existing competitively solicited contract | Agency conducts its own competitive solicitation |
| Agency evaluates available awarded contracts | Agency develops its own requirements and bid documents |
| May reduce duplicated solicitation work | Requires agency-managed solicitation and evaluation |
| Purchases must fit the awarded contract scope | Contract scope is defined by the agency's solicitation |
| Agency remains responsible for required approvals and compliance | Agency remains responsible for required approvals and compliance |
When should an agency consider Sourcewell?
When the equipment it needs is included in an awarded contract and its purchasing policies permit cooperative purchasing.
When might a traditional RFP be necessary?
When the requested equipment falls outside the available contract scope, a separate solicitation is legally required, or the agency has purchasing requirements that cannot be addressed through the cooperative contract.
The goal is not to eliminate procurement oversight. It is to provide another purchasing option within the agency's established requirements.
How to Purchase Through RTS Tactical's Sourcewell Contract
RTS Tactical's awarded Law Enforcement Equipment contract is 061626-TACT.
Departments interested in purchasing eligible equipment can follow these five steps.
Step 1: Confirm Your Agency's Eligibility
Sourcewell participation is available to eligible government and education entities, including qualifying municipalities, counties, and other public agencies.
Registration is free and does not obligate your department to make a purchase.
If your municipality or county already participates in Sourcewell, your purchasing office may have an existing account.
Register or Learn More About Sourcewell
Step 2: Locate RTS Tactical's Awarded Contract
Visit Sourcewell's official website and locate RTS Tactical under the Law Enforcement Equipment solicitation.
Use the following contract information:
Supplier: RTS Tactical
Contract Number: 061626-TACT
View RTS Tactical's Sourcewell Award
Your procurement team should review the applicable contract documents, including the covered product scope and purchasing terms.
Step 3: Identify Your Department's Equipment Requirements
Determine which products your department needs, including relevant specifications, quantities, and configurations.
RTS Tactical can work with your department to review equipment options and confirm which requested products are available under the awarded Sourcewell contract.
Step 4: Request a Sourcewell Contract Quote
Contact RTS Tactical and reference Sourcewell Contract #061626-TACT.
Provide your agency's information, Sourcewell account number, and equipment requirements.
An RTS Tactical representative will assist with product selection, confirm applicable contract availability, and prepare a department quote.
Step 5: Complete Your Department's Purchasing Process
After receiving your quote, complete the purchasing procedures required by your agency.
Depending on your organization, these may include finance approval, purchasing authorization, legal review, purchase order issuance, or additional documentation.
Your RTS Tactical representative can assist with equipment and quote information needed to support your procurement process.
Explore RTS Tactical Law Enforcement Equipment
RTS Tactical manufactures and supplies tactical equipment for law enforcement agencies across the United States. From everyday patrol operations to specialized tactical assignments, our equipment is designed to support officer mobility, comfort, equipment organization, and operational requirements.
Departments can explore a range of carrier systems, tactical gear, and accessories to meet their equipment and procurement needs.
Concealable Carriers
RTS Tactical Concealable Carriers feature low-profile designs for officers who require equipment worn beneath uniforms or civilian clothing.
Outer Vests and Uniform Carriers
RTS Tactical Outer Vests and Uniform Carriers combine the professional appearance of traditional law enforcement uniforms with practical equipment-carrying capabilities.
Plate Carriers
RTS Tactical Plate Carriers provide modular load-bearing platforms for patrol officers, SWAT teams, and specialized law enforcement units.
Tactical Gear, Pouches, and Equipment Organization
RTS Tactical Pouches include magazine pouches, medical equipment pouches, utility pouches, and additional MOLLE-compatible accessories.
Dedicated Procurement Support From RTS Tactical
Every department has different purchasing procedures, equipment requirements, and approval processes.
RTS Tactical works directly with government agencies to support equipment selection and purchasing.
A dedicated agency representative can assist with:
- Reviewing department equipment needs and available configurations.
- Confirming product availability under the Sourcewell contract.
- Preparing a quote for the requested equipment.
- Providing relevant product specifications and quote documentation.
- Assisting with the procurement process through purchase order coordination.
Whether your department is evaluating equipment for a specialized team or planning a larger agency purchase, our team can help organize the product and quotation information needed to move forward.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sourcewell
Can police departments purchase equipment through Sourcewell?
Yes. Eligible police departments and their purchasing agencies may use Sourcewell cooperative contracts when permitted by their applicable purchasing laws and policies. The requested equipment must also fall within the awarded contract's scope.
Is Sourcewell free for government agencies?
Yes. Sourcewell does not charge eligible agencies a registration or participation fee, and registration does not create an obligation to purchase.
Does using Sourcewell eliminate the need for an RFP?
Not automatically. Sourcewell contracts are competitively solicited, which may allow eligible agencies to use an existing contract instead of conducting a separate solicitation. However, agencies must confirm that cooperative purchasing is authorized under their applicable requirements.
How do I get RTS Tactical's Sourcewell contract pricing?
Contact RTS Tactical and request a department quote referencing Sourcewell Contract #061626-TACT.
An agency representative will review your equipment requirements, verify applicable contract eligibility, and provide pricing for the requested configuration.
Can my department use Sourcewell for a larger equipment purchase?
Potentially. Departments can evaluate Sourcewell contracts for purchases involving multiple units or equipment configurations, provided the products are covered by the contract and the purchase complies with applicable procurement requirements.
Can Sourcewell contracts be used for grant-funded purchases?
Potentially, but grant funding may impose additional procurement conditions. Agencies should verify the requirements of their specific funding program before purchasing equipment through a cooperative contract.
Get a Department Quote Through Sourcewell
RTS Tactical's award under Sourcewell Contract #061626-TACT gives eligible law enforcement agencies an additional cooperative purchasing option for qualifying equipment.
If your department is evaluating equipment or preparing a procurement request, our team is available to help identify suitable products, confirm contract availability, and prepare a quote for your agency.
Contact RTS Tactical to discuss your department's equipment requirements and request Sourcewell contract pricing.
Sourcewell Contract #061626-TACT | Law Enforcement Equipment
For additional procurement information, visit Sourcewell's Cooperative Purchasing Guide or review its Legal Authority and Compliance Information.