Limited Sources Justification Template_IRIDIUM Communications INC_SIGNED.pdf

This Limited Sources Justification document from the U.S. Department of State's Office of the Procurement Executive details a contract for satellite network services for the U.S. Embassy Panama's Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL). The contract is with Iridium Communications INC to provide a one-year subscription for thirty-six (36) ICOM IC-SAT100 Push-To-Talk (PTT) radios and fifteen (15) talk group configurations, with an estimated total value of USD $46,000. The service includes setup, maintenance, and ongoing management of a satellite communication system designed to support critical maritime open water operations.

The justification emphasizes the need for continuing with Iridium Communications due to the specialized nature of the equipment and the significant costs associated with transitioning to a different service provider. The contract will support the Joint Maritime Force (JMF) in strengthening maritime security and law enforcement capabilities in Panama, specifically enabling offshore operations to combat narcotics and transnational crimes. A market survey confirmed that the ICOM radios are specifically designed to operate exclusively with Iridium satellite services, and the procurement will be conducted under the Multiple-Award Schedule Program with limited competition justified by the unique manufacturer-specific requirements.