Single source - axnes mobile base station system

The Division of the Florida State Guard, operating under Leon County jurisdiction, is issuing a Single Source Purchase Notice (PUR 7776) for the acquisition of intercom systems essential to rotor-wing aircraft operations. The procurement specifically targets two Axnes, Inc. BST35 Mobile Base Station systems, which serve as mission-critical communication equipment enabling safe and secure wireless communication between aircrew, Search and Rescue (SAR) personnel, and ground personnel. The intercom systems enhance operational safety, efficiency, and effectiveness by facilitating wireless communication capabilities that are integral to aircraft operations and coordinated rescue missions. The notice was posted on March 19, 2026, with an information receipt deadline of April 9, 2026. No bidder's conference, site visits, or award dates are specified in the procurement documentation. Prospective vendors may submit protests regarding the single source justification through mail or email in accordance with Florida Statutes.

This procurement is designated as a single source acquisition, restricting competition to the specific vendor, Axnes, Inc., based on the proprietary and unique nature of the BST35 system. The single source justification centers on the system's closed-source internal wireless technology, including secure waveform and protocol specifications, patented audio technology features such as NIVOX and specialized noise and echo cancellation capabilities, and proprietary data formats designed for mission console integration. While the system accommodates standard NMEA format for GPS data integration, the combination of these proprietary elements makes the Axnes system uniquely suited to the agency's requirements and unavailable from alternative vendors. The procurement was approved by John Conner (Purchasing Director, Department of Military Services), Sean Anderson (General Counsel, Division of the Florida State Guard), and Edward Bouza (Budget Officer, Division of the Florida State Guard). The estimated contract value for this acquisition is $64,000.00, reflecting the cost of both mobile base station systems and associated integration requirements.