Two-Way Radio System at Maple Lane

The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) is seeking a comprehensive two-way radio system procurement for the Maple Lane facility through Request for Quotes (RFQ) PR2423619, with proposals due by April 30, 2025. The project requires supplying, installing, and supporting new two-way radio infrastructure, with specific coordination requirements to ensure seamless integration with the existing radio system that will remain operational during the transition. Bidders must provide a complete radio communication solution, including necessary hardware, installation services, and support infrastructure. The procurement will require detailed technical specifications for radio equipment, installation methodologies, and transition planning. Evaluation criteria appear to include factors such as technical capabilities, diverse business participation, environmental product considerations, and compliance with state certification requirements. Potential bidders must submit a firm offer that remains valid for 90 days from the bid due date, with DSHS reserving the right to accept or negotiate bids without additional processes.

The contract opportunity includes several set-aside and inclusion provisions designed to encourage participation from diverse business enterprises. Bidders must complete a Contractor Inclusion Plan demonstrating outreach and commitment to minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned, and small businesses, with businesses needing certification through the Office of Minority and Women's Business Enterprises (OMWBE) or the Department of Veterans Affairs. The solicitation offers potential bid preferences for environmentally considerate products, including 5% preferences for PCB-free products, recycled content products, environmental electronic products, products without hydrofluorocarbons, and mercury-free products. Small businesses are specifically encouraged, with self-certification options for microbusinesses (under $1 million annual revenue), minibusinesses ($1-3 million annual revenue), and small businesses (50 or fewer employees or under $7 million annual revenue). While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive radio system procurement suggests a substantial investment in technological infrastructure for the Maple Lane facility.