FloridaSatNet Deployable Satellite Communication Units & Related Services

The Department of Corrections (FDC) in the state of Florida is seeking to procure Satellite Communication Equipment and Services through a single-source acquisition from SkyBase Communications. Specifically, the FDC is looking to purchase a five-year (60 month) contract for deployable satellite communication units and related services to provide connectivity to the FloridaSatNet, a state-wide satellite network that allows public officials to communicate during emergencies. The intended single-source justification is that SkyBase Communications is the exclusive provider of the FloridaSatNet channels, and their deployable units and services are specifically designed for access to this network. The FDC has requested prospective vendors to provide information regarding their ability to supply the requested commodities or services, and the estimated dollar amount for this contract is $750,000.

The procurement is not subject to any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. SkyBase Communications is the incumbent vendor and the only provider of the required FloridaSatNet channels and related equipment. There is no mention of any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The contract award value is estimated at $750,000 over the five-year term.