Q00P5602709 PCTC 2Way Radio & Speaker PORFP

The Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services has issued a Purchase Order Request for Proposals (PORFP) for radio communications equipment, specifically targeting the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions (MPCTC) facility located in Sykesville, Carroll County. The procurement seeks 60 Motorola XPR3500e Digital UHF 4-watt portable radios and 60 corresponding Motorola XPR3500e Impres Speaker/Mics, with a mandatory delivery timeline of 30 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. Proposals are due on March 6, 2025, at 2:00 PM Local Time and must be submitted electronically through Maryland's eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) e-procurement system. The solicitation is exclusively open to Master Contractors previously awarded under the Radio Communications 2018 Master Contract (060B7400088), with award determination based on the most favorable fixed price. Contractors must be authorized manufacturer resellers and are required to include MSRP screenshots with their bid submissions.

This procurement is designated as a Small Business Reserve (SBR) opportunity with no specific Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) goal requirement, effectively limiting participation to qualifying small businesses within the state's vendor pool. The contract is a fixed-price arrangement, suggesting a predetermined budget range, though specific dollar values were not explicitly stated in the provided documentation. Vendor qualifications are stringent, requiring not only authorized reseller status but also proven compliance with the existing Radio Communications 2018 Master Contract. The procurement focuses on standardizing and upgrading radio communication equipment for the MPCTC, indicating a strategic investment in technology infrastructure for public safety and correctional training purposes. Vendors must demonstrate technical compatibility, competitive pricing, and adherence to the state's procurement guidelines to be considered for contract award.