CBP USBP Land Mobile Radio Infrastructure and Services
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) has issued a Sources Sought (Request for Information - RFI) for Land Mobile Radio (LMR) Infrastructure and Services. This RFI seeks contractor support to modernize and enhance LMR network infrastructure and critical communications systems across multiple Border Patrol Sectors. Responses are due June 23, 2026.
Purpose & Overview
This RFI is for information and planning purposes, aiming to gather industry insights to refine the requirement for modernizing and enhancing LMR network infrastructure. The goal is to improve reliability, security, and interoperability of mission-critical communications across sectors including Buffalo, Del Rio, Detroit, El Centro, El Paso, Grand Forks, Havre, Houlton, Rio Grande Valley, San Diego, Swanton, Tucson, and Yuma.
Scope of Work (Draft SOW)
The anticipated scope, outlined in the draft Statement of Work (SOW), includes providing tactical communications equipment, installation, maintenance, and support services. Key activities involve:
- Technical Radio Refresh: For El Centro and San Diego Sectors.
- Coverage Enhancement: For Del Rio (Comstock area), Rio Grande Valley (Padre Island area), and San Diego (Southern Areas).
- Infrastructure Upgrades: For solar sites, batteries, and generators, including replacements, remediation, maintenance, and improvements.
- Special Requirements: Comprehensive program management, standards-based P25 tactical communications solutions, AES-256 encryption compliance, integration with Motorola ASTRO 25 M3 core, adherence to DHS/CBP security policies, and Section 508 compliance.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Request for Information)
- Anticipated Period of Performance: 36 months from the date of award (as per draft SOW).
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: June 23, 2026, by 1:00 PM Eastern Time (ET).
- Published: June 15, 2026.
Requested Information from Vendors
Interested parties are requested to provide:
- Confirmation of interest in preparing a proposal if a solicitation is issued.
- Questions, comments, or suggested improvements to the draft SOW/Performance Work Statement (PWS).
- Identification of potential technical or performance risks and recommended mitigation strategies.
- Any other information to assist USBP in refining its requirement.
Submission Instructions
Responses must be provided in the text of the attached spreadsheet titled "USBP Land Mobile Radio RFI Vendor Questions and Concerns." Submissions should be emailed to Somer Nastick at somer.nastick@cbp.dhs.gov. Include company name, contract number, primary and secondary Points of Contact (POCs), and an indication of interest in preparing a proposal.
Important Disclaimer
This RFI is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or obligate the Government to award a contract. Responses are not offers and respondents are responsible for all associated expenses.