FBI Intent of Sole Source to Genasys

The Federal Bureau of Investigation announced a sole-source intent to award to Genasys for Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD) systems serving the FBI Los Angeles Field Office, with a response deadline of August 21, 2026. Per FAR 5.207(16)(ii), all responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation for consideration before award.

The FBI intends to procure two LRAD systems—one LRAD 450XL and one LRAD 100X—under a firm fixed price contract valued at $49,462.64, with delivery by September 30, 2026. The equipment will support the Los Angeles Crisis Negotiation Team and SWAT operations, including use during barricaded subject incidents, crowd management, and special security events such as World Cup, Super Bowl, and Olympics operations. The LRAD 450XL projects continuous acoustic output up to 146 decibels with effective voice communication range exceeding 1,700 meters and mounts on an FBI BearCat tactical vehicle; the LRAD 100X is a portable version offering the same operating concepts and acoustic technology, enabling personnel to transition between systems without additional training.

The FBI justified sole source under 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1), determining that these brand-name products possess unique operational characteristics essential to mission performance and officer safety unavailable from alternate suppliers. Market research identified LRAD systems as uniquely satisfying requirements for long-range intelligible voice communication, tactical vehicle integration, portable deployment, and specified acoustic output. Anticipated pricing was determined fair and reasonable based on historical purchases, commercially available pricing, and independent government estimates.

Submit capability statements or quotations to Contracting Officer Hong Nguyen at HNGUYEN2@FBI.GOV before August 21, 2026. The FBI will publicize the brand-name requirement through GSA Ebuy or SAM.gov prior to award to solicit competitive quotes.