Panasonic Toughpads (5) FY17

The District of Columbia is seeking to procure five Panasonic Toughpads as part of its FY17 technology refresh initiative. This specific procurement opportunity, identified by the contract ID 66c8599e829eb5d869071dce, was posted on August 29, 2017, with a relatively short response window closing on August 31, 2017. The procurement appears to be focused on acquiring rugged mobile computing devices, specifically Panasonic Toughpads, which are typically used in environments requiring durability and reliability such as field work, emergency services, or municipal operations. While detailed technical specifications are not provided in the available information, Toughpads are known for their robust construction, water and dust resistance, and enhanced performance in challenging work environments. The extremely compressed timeline between posting and response deadline suggests this may have been an urgent or expedited procurement process.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly outline set-aside designations or specific restrictions on responding organizations. No information is provided about incumbent vendors, existing technology infrastructure, or integration requirements. Similarly, the potential award value or budget range is not specified in the available documentation. The brevity of the procurement notice leaves several key details unaddressed, including the specific agency within the District of Columbia requesting the devices, the intended use of the Toughpads, or any specific technical requirements beyond the device model. Without additional context, potential vendors would need to seek clarification directly from the procurement contact to fully understand the scope and requirements of this technology acquisition.