Astro P25 Land Mobile Radio System Support
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of Commerce, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) for Astro P25 Land Mobile Radio System Support. This RFI aims to identify qualified providers for the continuation of support for the Motorola LMR system and associated radios at the NIST site in Boulder, Colorado. Responses are due March 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
NIST requires support for its Motorola LMR system, including associated mobile and portable radios, to facilitate research in the Commercial Technology Laboratory/Innovation Laboratory and technology demonstrations at the Public Safety Communications and Research Laboratory (PSCR) and FirstNet Boulder Laboratories. The support encompasses:
- Preventive maintenance for infrastructure, fixed network equipment, and subscriber devices.
- Assistance in identifying replacement components from secondary markets.
- Remote technical support.
- Dispatch service and on-site infrastructure response. Onsite work will be performed at the NIST campus in Boulder, Colorado, specifically Building 3 Second Floor CTL Innovation Lab and the Green Mountain RF site. Contractor personnel must comply with HSPD-12, background investigation, and NIST access requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Anticipated Duration: A competitive acquisition is anticipated, consisting of a base 12-month period, two 12-month option periods, and a potential 6-month extension.
- Set-Aside: None specified at this market research stage; however, NIST is assessing small business capabilities.
- NAICS Code: 517121 – Telecommunications Resellers (primary), with specific inquiry for 325120 – Industrial Gas Manufacturing for size validation.
- Product Service Code: 7E21 – IT and Telecom-Mobile device products.
- Response Due: March 9, 2026.
- Published: February 26, 2026.
Information Requested from Industry
NIST invites interested sources to submit responses, limited to ten pages (excluding cover page and pricing), to lia.arthofer@nist.gov. Responses should include:
- Company details (UEI, name, address, website, POC).
- Validation of company size status under NAICS 325120.
- Confirmation of active SAM.gov registration.
- Suggestions for improving the draft Statement of Work (SOW) and proposed evaluation factors.
- Standard commercial pricing information (optional estimate for SOW requirements).
- Indication of compliance with FAR 52.219-14 (Limitations on Subcontracting) if a total small business set-aside.
- Details of any GSA Multiple Award Schedule or other federal contracts. Teaming arrangements require information for each entity.
Additional Notes
This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by NIST. Information provided will help NIST determine the appropriate acquisition strategy. NIST reserves the right to follow up with respondents for clarifications.