Request for Information for Portable Radios to be Used on the Los Angeles Regional Interoperable Communications System (LA-RICS) Land Mobile Radio (LMR) System

The Los Angeles Regional Interoperable Communications System (LA-RICS) Authority has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking detailed information about handheld Portable Two-Way Radios compatible with their existing Land Mobile Radio (LMR) System infrastructure. This procurement is specifically aimed at understanding current telecommunications market capabilities for portable radios and their supporting ecosystems to ensure safe and full compatibility with the Authority's existing communication system. The primary objective is to test and validate portable radio capabilities, with the ultimate goal of creating a comprehensive list of approved radios for use by LA-RICS Member Agencies. Respondents are expected to provide comprehensive technical details about their portable radio systems, demonstrating their ability to operate with the current LMR System features. The RFI was posted on April 16, 2023, with a response deadline of January 16, 3025, and included a bidders conference to provide additional context and answer potential questions from interested firms. Evaluation will focus on technical compatibility, system integration capabilities, and the radios' ability to meet the detailed requirements outlined in the Portable Radio Requirements Matrix. Key deliverables include technical specifications, compatibility documentation, and proof of system interoperability.

The RFI does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations, nor does it indicate any preference for disadvantaged enterprises. There are no disclosed incumbent vendors or specific budget ranges mentioned in the documentation. The procurement is explicitly stated as an informational and planning exercise, with no guarantee of future solicitations or business opportunities for participating firms. The existing infrastructure involves the LA-RICS Land Mobile Radio System, which serves multiple Member Agencies in the Los Angeles region. No specific award values or contract commitments are presented, as this is purely a market research initiative designed to understand current portable radio capabilities and potential compatibility with the existing communication system. The Authority will use the gathered information to test radio compatibility and potentially develop a list of approved devices for use across their interoperable communications network. Interested firms are encouraged to provide comprehensive technical information about their portable radio systems without expectation of immediate procurement action.