Bendix king radio and accessories

The Bureau of Indian Affairs and Indian Education is procuring Bendix King radios and accessories through solicitation number 140A0725Q0027, seeking a firm-fixed price purchase order for communication equipment. The procurement includes 50 handheld BKR5000-T3BS radios with various accessories such as antennas, battery packs, chargers, and cloning cables, plus 5 higher-tier BKR9000-T3.5BS portable radios featuring advanced capabilities. The radios are VHF-band equipment with GPS, Bluetooth, encryption, and multiple frequency options designed to meet the agency's communication needs. The contract will be awarded using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation criteria, with offerors required to submit a signed SF-1449, company information, and a completed Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form. The proposal submission deadline is October 21, 2025, at 5:00 PM CDT, with a planned delivery date of May 31, 2026.

This opportunity is designated as a 100% set-aside for Indian Economic Enterprises (IEEs) under the Buy Indian Act, requiring offerors to meet specific tribal business ownership requirements with at least 51% ownership by eligible entities. No incumbent contractors or current service providers are identified in the solicitation documents. While specific award values are not disclosed, the procurement involves substantial quantities of specialized radio equipment with 50 handheld units and 5 portable radios plus associated accessories representing the scope of the purchase. The solicitation is managed by the BIA Midwest Regional Office in Bloomington, Minnesota, and falls under NAICS code 334220 with a small business size standard of 1,250 employees. Potential contractors must maintain SAM registration and comply with federal acquisition regulations throughout the contract performance period.