Two (2)- Way Radio

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration Veterans Integrated Service Network 9 is seeking a comprehensive two-way radio system for the New Louisville VA Medical Center located in Louisville, Kentucky. The solicitation (RFQ 36C24925Q0261) requires a Motorola APX NEXT single-band portable radio system with advanced features including digital trunking, multiple frequency bands, LTE connectivity, and encryption capabilities. The procurement will be awarded as a Firm Fixed Price contract, with evaluation criteria focusing on price, technical specifications, and past performance. Interested vendors must submit their quotes via email by May 19, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST, with a response deadline that represents a tight 20-day window from the original posting date. The solicitation requires a one-year warranty for the radio equipment and includes specific technical requirements for VA Police emergency communications infrastructure.

The contract opportunity is exclusively set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC), limiting competition to qualified veteran-owned firms. The total procurement value is approximately $93,000, with the price schedule detailing 26 line items for radio equipment and related components, including 9 units for most line items. The equipment will be delivered to the Robley Rex VA Medical Center at 800 Zorn Ave, Louisville, KY, and encompasses portable radios, band additions (7/800MHz, UHF), and enhanced features such as submersible capabilities and encryption. The contract falls under NAICS category 334220 for Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing, with a PSC category of 5820 for radio and television communication equipment. Delivery and installation are expected to modernize the medical center's communication infrastructure with professional-grade wireless communication equipment.