PORFP J05P5600042 - Motorola APX Radios for MTA MARC

The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is seeking to procure three Motorola APX NX50 two-way portable radios and associated accessories for the MARC Train Division through a Purchase Order Request for Proposals (PORFP) designated as J05P5600042. This procurement is specifically tied to the Radio Communications 2018 Master Contract (#060B7400088) and is strictly limited to master contractors already awarded under that contract. The solicitation requires new and unused radio equipment with advanced digital communication features, including P25 Radio Authentication, TDMA Operation, and comprehensive system key capabilities. The proposed equipment includes not just the radios, but also multiple accessories such as single unit chargers, spare batteries, belt clips, speaker microphones, and radio management hardware. Evaluation criteria will prioritize matching part numbers/descriptions and cost competitiveness, with the agency planning to recommend award to the most advantageous proposal. Key dates include a proposal submission deadline of June 2, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with a public bid opening scheduled for June 3, 2025, at 11:00 AM, and a target delivery date of July 31, 2025.

The procurement is not designated with small business reserves or specific minority business enterprise (MBE) goals. Participation is exclusively restricted to master contractors previously awarded under the Radio Communications 2018 Master Contract, effectively limiting the competitive pool to pre-qualified vendors with existing radio communication contract relationships with the state. The equipment specifications include a 3-year essential service package and various software enablements like CPS Enablement and Programming over P25, indicating a strategic technology upgrade for the MTA's communication infrastructure. While specific total procurement value is not explicitly stated, the detailed specification of three radio units with comprehensive accessories suggests a focused, targeted investment in modernizing transit communication systems. The solicitation requires electronic bid submissions with password protection, reflecting a structured and secure procurement process designed to ensure competitive and compliant vendor responses.