Portable Radios

The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) has issued Request for Quote (RFQ) #23-582-RFQ for the procurement of twenty-eight (28) portable radios, specifically SL3500e UHF 403-480 MHz 3W models. Each radio must include a Li-ion battery, single unit charger, antenna, belt clip, dust cover, and a comprehensive 2-year warranty. The RFQ was released on May 10, 2023, with responses required by 2:00 PM EST on May 23, 2023, and a questions deadline of 5:00 PM EST on May 17, 2023. GOAA intends to issue a Purchase Order or begin Blanket Releases by May 31, 2023. Vendors must provide all pricing details on Attachment A without additional fees, with unit prices covering shipping to GOAA's location (ZIP: 32827) and remaining valid through August 31, 2023. The procurement criteria require all items to be new, unused, current year models with full manufacturer warranty support. GOAA reserves the right to award the contract to the most responsive and responsible vendor offering the lowest overall quotation, with flexibility to award by individual items, groups of items, or an all-or-none basis.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. GOAA indicates they will purchase items on an "as needed" basis and are not committed to purchasing the entire listed quantity of 28 radios. While no specific budget range is provided, the procurement is focused on a specific radio model with precise technical specifications. The opportunity covers jurisdictions including Orange County and Orlando City in Florida, suggesting a localized procurement approach. The contract appears to be a standard procurement for communication equipment for the aviation authority, with potential integration requirements for existing communication infrastructure. Vendors must demonstrate the ability to provide new, fully warranted radio equipment that meets the specified technical parameters and can be delivered within the specified timeframe.