Public Safety Mobile Radio Communications (NASPO ValuePoint) BK Radios

The North Dakota Public Safety Mobile Radio Communications NASPO ValuePoint contract provides a comprehensive procurement vehicle for single-band portable P25 radio equipment, specifically the BKR 9000 model. This state-wide contract enables governmental entities, including state agencies, higher education institutions, counties, cities, townships, educational boards, tribal agencies, transportation providers, and nonprofit organizations to purchase public safety communication products and services. The contract offers favorable terms such as included freight pricing and acceptance of government credit cards without additional processing fees, designed to streamline procurement of critical communication technology for public safety organizations.

The contract is managed through a NASPO ValuePoint Master Agreement (No. 00318) with BK Technologies, Inc. as the prime contractor, and spans from January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2026, with potential for a 24-month extension. Geographically, the contract covers North Dakota and is available to a wide range of governmental and public entities within the state. As a cooperative purchasing contract established under North Dakota Century Code, it provides flexibility with no mandated participation or predetermined volume. The contract requires quarterly sales reporting and includes a 0.25% administrative fee to NASPO ValuePoint, with pricing details available on the State Procurement Office website.