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This is a pre-solicitation notice for a sole source negotiation with 911inet LLC for a fully integrated, NDAA compliant push-to-talk (PTT) radio solution. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Law Enforcement Training Center (LETC) requires this solution due to its unique multi-network, mission-critical communication capabilities, exclusively provided and supported by 911inet LLC. The procurement includes 30 PTT radio devices with all necessary hardware, software, licenses, encryption, configuration, and technical support. The solution must support seamless operation across LTE 4G 5G cellular networks, Wi-Fi, and direct line-of-sight (LOS) radio communications with automatic network switching. Key technical requirements include nationwide cellular coverage, AES 256-bit encryption, FIPS **** compliance, remote device management, and a small, ergonomic form factor. The contractor must report any suspicious activity, data breaches, or security incidents within specified timeframes. Deliverables include 30 fully configured PTT radio devices, all licenses, documentation, and initial support. The equipment must comply with the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The NAICS code is 517117. The VA anticipates awarding a firm-fixed-price contract with 12-month base and four 12-month option periods. Interested parties who believe they can satisfy these requirements must submit their capabilities in writing by May 20, 2026, at 1 PM ET to ***@***. *. * and ***@***. *. * is not a request for competitive proposals.
The delivery of the 30 PTT radio devices, fully configured and operational, along with all required licenses, subscriptions, encryption components, documentation, and support, shall be made to a government-designated location within the United States specified by the Contracting Officer (CO) or their representative (COR). The notice does not specify a definitive delivery deadline, but the response date for capabilities is May 20, 2026.
The contractor shall provide warranty documentation and support contact information as part of the deliverables. The notice does not specify the duration or terms of the warranty.
This is a sole source negotiation, and the award will be made to 911inet LLC. The notice states that a determination not to compete this requirement based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the government.
Interested parties that believe they could satisfy the requirements listed above for SAC F may clearly and unambiguously identify their capability to do so in writing on or before the response date for this notice.
