IFB-25-005 Bendix-King handheld radios II

The Texas A&M Forest Service is seeking to procure seventy-five (75) Bendix-King BKR5000-T3YC-1 handheld radios and associated accessories through Invitation for Bid (IFB-25-005). The comprehensive procurement includes specific radio equipment and peripherals, such as Ultra High-Capacity Battery Packs, Clamshell AA Battery Packs, Desktop 2-bay Chargers, Heavy-Duty Speaker Microphones, and two types of antennas (BKR0810GPS-E and BKR0813 BKRangeMax). No substitutions will be permitted to ensure equipment compatibility with existing systems. Key procurement dates include a deadline for written questions on November 11, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. CT, potential addendum issuance by November 14, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. CT, and the final bid submission deadline of November 19, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time. Evaluation criteria will encompass pricing, delivery timeframes, vendor capability, and previous experience with the Texas A&M Forest Service, with the agency reserving the right to award based on low line item bid, low total line items, or any combination serving their best interest.

While specific set-aside designations are limited, the procurement encourages utilization of Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs) in accordance with state requirements, though subcontracting opportunities are not considered probable for this contract. The contract will be governed by Texas state laws, with any legal actions to be filed in Brazos County. Bid prices must remain firm for 12 months from the bid opening date, which extends beyond the standard 60-day term. The procurement falls under class and item codes 726-89 and 726-90, with all goods to be delivered F.O.B. destination to Merkel, TX. No site inspection is required for this procurement. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves 75 units of specialized radio equipment and accessories, suggesting a moderate-value contract focused on maintaining and expanding communication infrastructure for the Texas A&M Forest Service.