Speer Receives Duty Rifle Ammunition Federal Agency Contract

By Darwin N.

Speer has been awarded a duty rifle ammunition contract with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The contract has a ceiling value of $7 million over five years and calls for Speer to supply Gold Dot Tipped .308 ammunition. CBP is one of the world’s largest law enforcement agencies and is charged with border security and overseeing the lawful execution of international trade and travel. “We are proud to provide the highest quality duty ammunition to CBP officers and agents charged with the monumental task of safeguarding the American homeland… We know they require the best ammunition in their mission to protect our borders and keep the homeland safe. This large contract solidifies Speer as a top choice for law enforcement,” says David Leis, Vice President of Government Sales. Speer Gold Dot Tipped Duty Ammunition provides a time-tested and proven bullet technology, as Gold Dot was the first high-performance, bonded-core bullet available for handgun ammunition and has since become a top choice for many shooters, whether on duty or for personal protection. Speer rifle ammunition is now available for agencies with loads

Source: The Firearm Blog