Omnidirectional Long-Range High-Gain Antennas

The Texas Department of Public Safety, Homeland Security Division, has issued an RFI for omnidirectional, long-range, high-gain antennas designed to integrate with existing cell-enabled, motion-activated camera systems for remote operations along the Texas/Mexico border, with final submissions due November 3, 2026.

This is market research only and does not constitute a binding procurement commitment. Respondents must address eight comprehensive question categories: carrier and band compatibility (AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Band 14/FirstNet, 4G LTE, and 5G support); visual and tactical profile specifications (low-visibility design, matte coatings, camouflage options); electrical and RF signal performance (peak gain, VSWR, impedance, radiation patterns); physical and environmental ruggedness (IP67 rating, operating temperatures to 120°F or higher, wind-load ratings); portability and deployment capabilities (weight, single-operator deployment, setup time, mounting compatibility); connectivity and cabling requirements (low-loss RF cables, male-to-female connectors, SMA/N-Type options); and documentation and verification (technical data sheets, independent test results, model numbers). Respondents must also provide a timetable for product configuration, deployment, testing, and acceptance.

The antenna solutions must provide reliable multi-carrier cellular connectivity in deep fringe and low-coverage areas without requiring manual directional alignment. Respondent staff must be capable of passing requisite background checks for access to DPS data systems. All submissions must be made electronically through the TXDPS Online Bid Room, with vendors required to register in advance. Respondents may be requested to provide oral presentations or product demonstrations at their own expense following the submission deadline.

Questions and clarifications are due October 9, 2026, with responses to clarifications due October 20, 2026. Lori Melcher, CTCD, CTCM, serves as the primary point of contact.