DJJ SS 23/24 -001

The Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) is issuing a single source contract for the development and management of a push-to-talk satellite network, known as the FloridaSatNet, that allows public safety users, including DJJ, to communicate amongst themselves and with other agencies throughout the State of Florida. The primary FloridaSatNet channel is monitored by the Florida Division of Emergency Management's watch office and is designated as an emergency channel to enable responders to contact the State Emergency Operations Center during or after an emergency. DJJ will have its own dedicated talkgroups for regular communications. The contract is for $100,000 and is being awarded to SkyBase Communications, LLC, as they are the sole provider of the uniquely developed and managed FloridaSatNet network, which is deemed necessary for interoperable communication among public safety agencies statewide. The contract opportunity is limited to Leon County and the City of Tallahassee, and the due date for responses is September 26, 2023.

The procurement is a single source contract, as DJJ has justified the necessity of the FloridaSatNet network for interoperable communication among public safety agencies. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The incumbent vendor for this contract is SkyBase Communications, LLC, and the existing FloridaSatNet infrastructure and technology must be integrated into the proposed solution. The contract value is $100,000.