24-62 Two-Way Radios

This state and local contracting opportunity is for the procurement of 125 portable two-way radios by the Jones County School System (JCSS). The radios must operate in the UHF band with a minimum of 99 channels and have the ability to function in both digital and analog modes. The successful vendor will be responsible for providing the radios and related accessories, as well as any necessary warranty, repair, and maintenance services. Bidders are encouraged to provide quantity discounts and may recommend additional features beyond the basic voice communication requirements. Responses are due by December 15, 2023, and JCSS plans to evaluate the proposals after the Christmas/Winter break and announce the preliminary results, subject to a protest process. The contract term will be defined in the Standard Terms and Conditions document, and JCSS reserves the right to make a single award, multiple awards, or split awards.

The solicitation does not mention any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. However, the Standard Terms and Conditions document indicates that suppliers must comply with small business, minority and women's business enterprise requirements, as well as federal "Buy American" policies. The total estimated value of the contract is not provided, but the procurement is likely funded through the JCSS budget. The current or incumbent vendor for this contract is not specified.