NIGP 72640: Encoder/Decoder with Printer (Vehicle)

NIGP 72640 Encoder/Decoder With Printer (Vehicle), an Item code, encompasses mobile radio communications equipment and ruggedized cellular connectivity solutions that state and local law enforcement and critical infrastructure operators procure for field deployment and emergency operations. Recent solicitations show state and local governments buying Motorola radio systems with accessories, ruggedized cellular routers with cloud-based management platforms for SCADA and IoT assets, and integrated printing and mailing systems for administrative operations. Issuing bodies include county sheriffs' offices, state governments evaluating sole-source network equipment, city utilities, and finance departments. The code attracts solicitations from a mix of single-jurisdiction buyers and multi-entity cooperative purchasing vehicles that aggregate demand across dozens of participating public agencies.

The most recent activity spans California, Florida, Wisconsin, and Washington state, with a notable multi-state cooperative procurement through Sourcewell (a Minnesota local government unit) that serves participating entities across the western United States and Canada. The County of Santa Clara Office of the Sheriff posted RFQ RFQPRCFY260713 on June 9, 2026, requesting Motorola radios and accessories with bids due June 17, 2026. Sourcewell issued RFP 061626 Law Enforcement Equipment on May 12, 2026, for proposal submission by June 16, 2026, designed to establish a contracting vehicle available to thousands of governmental agencies and public entities. The State of Florida posted RFI OPN2131819F1 on March 18, 2026, regarding Cradlepoint E300 Ruggedized Cellular Routers with NetCloud Management Platform and VPN/network security features, with responses due March 26, 2026, to determine sole-source justification and market availability. The City of Madison, Wisconsin, solicited city-wide printing and mailing services under RFP 1500802026 on March 3, 2026, with proposal deadline April 3, 2026, serving water utility and finance department printing needs.