53' Expandable Mobile Television Production Trailer, including a fully integrated IP routing system, electronics systems installation and integration, Video/Audio/Signal wiring, connectors and patch panels

The State of Nebraska, through its Department of Administrative Services (DAS), Materiel Division, State Purchasing Bureau (SPB), is conducting a solicitation for a comprehensive 53' Expandable Mobile Television Production Trailer procurement. The project requires a complete "turnkey" solution that includes a fully integrated IP routing system, electronics systems installation and integration, video/audio/signal wiring, connectors, and patch panels. Bidders must provide a trailer that is immediately ready for operational use, with precise technical specifications including a minimum 192-input IP routing system, multiviewer capabilities, and edge device conversion. The mandatory solicitation conference was held on August 23, 2024, with bids originally due September 4, 2024, but subsequently extended to October 11, 2024, at 2:00 PM Central Time. Evaluation criteria will include price, quality, delivery time, vendor qualifications, and capabilities, with the State employing a reverse auction bid process. The final product must be delivered by July 31, 2025, with a project timeline that includes system design, integration, programming, and testing. Bidders will be evaluated on their ability to provide a comprehensive mobile production solution that meets rigorous technical specifications.

The solicitation contains specific restrictions on vendor eligibility, explicitly prohibiting products from companies owned by the Chinese Communist Party or communications equipment from organizations on the Federal Communications Commission's Covered List. While no specific disadvantaged enterprise set-asides are mentioned, the State reserves the right to contract with multiple vendors or reject all bids. The procurement involves integrating existing equipment from Nebraska Public Media, including Grass Valley cameras, EVS replay servers, a Studer audio console, and RTS ADAM intercom systems. Based on the bid tabulation, received proposals ranged from $4,761,788 (from Diversified) to $8,648,714.34, with the State ultimately issuing an Intent to Award to One Diversified, LLC. The contract is structured as a one-time purchase with potential for additional goods procurement within 18 months at the original bid pricing. The comprehensive nature of the project, including trailer fabrication, equipment integration, and technical systems installation, represents a significant investment in modernizing Nebraska's mobile television production capabilities.