Bill > SB158

This bill creates new state procurement policies for firearms and items regulated under the National Firearms Act, establishing stringent requirements for contractors and bidders seeking to sell such items to governmental bodies in Colorado. The bill requires firearms contractors and bidders to provide extensive documentation, including proof of federal firearms licenses, materials documenting any firearm trace requests, records of firearm theft or loss, inspection reports, and details about their internal practices to prevent firearm trafficking and sales to prohibited individuals. Contractors must also affirm they will not sell unserialized gun parts and must submit a signed certification statement verifying the accuracy of their provided materials. The legislation applies to all state bids, contracts, and procurement processes involving firearms or National Firearms Act items starting January 1, 2026, and grants the Attorney General and state department authority to develop evaluation processes, including potential contractor prequalification and scoring systems for safe business practices. Additionally, the bill eliminates bid preferences for resident versus non-resident bidders specifically for firearm-related contracts, treating all bidders equally. If a contractor fails to meet these comprehensive requirements, the state department can reject their bid or terminate their contract.

Budget and Finance, Military Affairs and Security

https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/sb25-158