Throw Phone and Module

The California Highway Patrol is seeking bids for a Throw Phone and Module to be used by its Crisis Negotiation Team. The procurement seeks a physical device that can be thrown towards a subject during a crisis situation to establish communication. The device must include a phone module that allows negotiators to speak with the subject and de-escalate the situation. Prospective vendors must be able to demonstrate that their product meets the technical specifications and can withstand the physical stress of being thrown. Proposals are due by February 4, 2016, with no information provided on any pre-bid meetings or site visits. The procurement does not indicate any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. Additionally, no details are provided on incumbent vendors or the current state of the agency's crisis negotiation equipment and infrastructure. The total award value or budget range for this procurement is also not disclosed.