DG11--VA Police Equipment Push-To-Talk over Cellular (PoC) Annual Subscription

Network Contracting Officer 8 (NCO 8) is conducting market research to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources with the capability to provide support and connectivity services for Police Dispatch Consoles, Police Radios, and Police Vehicle Radios.

Services to be provided:

The Orlando VA Healthcare System (OVAHCS) is seeking interest and capable vendors who offer annual subscription / service plans for Push-To-Talk over Cellular (PoC) for radios.

Existing Equipment:

Handheld Radios 911iNet W80 90 ea

Vehicle Radios 99iNet 6 ea

Dispatch Desktop Console 911iNet 2 ea

Wired Shoulder Mics 60 ea

Bluetooth Shoulder Mics 20 ea

Bank Charger 3 ea

Qualification/Certifications:

The contractor shall be qualified and have all required certifications to perform this work. The contractor shall be in possession of all licensing and insurance requirements as they pertain to the State of Florida. The contractor shall provide an agnostic carrier network that supports all mobile networks, to include but not limited to, Telekom Mobile (T-Mobile), AT&T, Verizon, and Sprint to ensure the systems never go down or the limitation of downtime. Product must offer a Global Positioning System (GPS) support for outdoor positioning and dispatching.

The contractor will ensure that all systems comply with any and all applicable Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Justice Information (CJI) requirements, policies and practices. The system must comply with any and all applicable Federal and Veterans Affairs (VA) requirements, policies and procedures.

This is a market research/sources sought synopsis only. It is not a pre-solicitation notice pursuant to FAR Part 5. This Sources Sought Notice is for planning/information purposes only and shall not be construed as a commitment or promise of a contract by the government. This is not a solicitation. This notice does not constitute an Invitation for Bid, Request for Quote, or Request for Proposal, nor does it restrict the government as to the ultimate acquisition approach. The government will not reimburse respondents for any costs incurred in preparation of a response to this notice. Large and small businesses are encouraged to participate in this survey.

Interested parties shall provide a capability statement that addresses the organization s qualification and ability to perform as a prime contractor.

Capability statements shall include the following business information:

DUNS number, business name, and address.

Point of Contact (including name, title, address, telephone number, and email address)

Business type: i.e. Large, Small, Service Disabled/Veteran Owned

Description of annual subscription & features of any service plan (e.g. equipment replacement, dispatching services)

All responses/information must be received no later than Oct 4, 2021, 09:00 A.M. EST.

Email information to Stephen Mancuso, Contract Specialist Stephen.Mancuso@va.gov using the following title in the subject line: Police Communication Devices 36C24821Q1769

Telephone inquiries will not be accepted or returned.