RFB -Satellite Phone/Radio, Accessories and Services

This state contracting opportunity is a Request for Bid (RFB) issued by the Commonwealth of Kentucky Finance and Administration Cabinet on behalf of the Commonwealth Office of Technology (COT) for Satellite Phones/Radios, Accessories and Services. The RFB seeks responses from vendors to establish up to four Master Agreements for these products and services. The contract will have an initial one-year term with five optional one-year renewal periods. Detailed technical specifications and requirements are outlined, including for MSAT and Iridium satellite devices, accessories, and associated services such as emergency response and maintenance. Bids will be evaluated using a best value approach considering per-device fees, monthly fees, percentage off MSRP for accessories, and usage per minute. The RFB has a due date of April 5, 2024 at 1:30pm ET, and is open to all Commonwealth of Kentucky state agencies as well as political subdivisions such as cities, counties, and school districts.

The RFB includes preferences for qualified bidders, the Department of Corrections, and Kentucky resident bidders. An Annual Affidavit must be submitted to be considered a "resident bidder" or "qualified bidder". No incumbent vendors or budget ranges are specified. The contract is intended to replace existing satellite phone/radio services used across Kentucky state and local government agencies.