Pocketalk Voice Translators

This state and local contract opportunity is being issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to procure Pocketalk Plus Voice Translators and accessories. DPS is seeking to purchase these hand-held translation devices to be distributed to Driver's License Offices across the state. The solicitation outlines detailed technical requirements, including support for a minimum of 84 languages, camera translation capabilities, and a minimum continuous translation time of 330 minutes. Bidders must submit their responses electronically by 5:00 PM Central Time on 10/25/2024. DPS will evaluate the bids based on best value and may award one or more contracts with an initial three-year term and a possible six-month extension.

The contract includes Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) subcontracting requirements, with a goal of 21.1% HUB participation. Respondents must either meet this goal or demonstrate a good faith effort through the prescribed HUB Subcontracting Plan. The solicitation does not identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors. While pricing details and budget ranges are not provided, the contract will be an ongoing, as-needed purchase by DPS rather than a one-time buy.