FPI UNICOR BASTROP CELL PHONE BOOSTERS
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
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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 Federal Prison Industries, Inc. (UNICOR), under the Department of Justice, is soliciting proposals for Cell Phone Booster Kits for vehicles at its Bastrop, TX facility. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. Proposals are due June 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
Scope of Work
This solicitation (CW26-167BA) is for "CELL, PHONE, BOOSTER, KIT, 4G-5G" (Item No. 00001, KIT0077) to be used on various vehicles. The kits must be compatible with all U.S. mobile carriers. Key components required in each kit include:
- One (1) outside antenna: 50 Ohm Omnidirectional NMO Mount (P/N 314405)
- One (1) inside antenna: Slim Low-Profile (Interior) with +5.1 dB Gain (P/N 314419)
- One (1) hardwire power supply (P/N 850022)
- One (1) 3/4" NMO Mount w/14 ft. Cable (P/N 904423)
- One (1) 6 ft. RG58 extension cable
- Hole drilling protective tape and O-ring sealant The product must be equivalent to the WeBoost Drive Reach Fleet Cell Signal Booster (P/N 470254) and include installation instructions and mounting hardware.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request For Proposal) for commercial items, one award.
- Solicitation Number: CW26-167BA
- Issue Date: June 17, 2026
- Offer Due Date: June 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM
- Delivery Date: July 21, 2026 (deliveries to UNICOR Federal Prison Industries, 1341 Hwy. 95 N., Bastrop TX 78602)
- Payment: By UNICOR FPI Central Accounts Payable, funds obligated by individual delivery orders.
Set-Aside
This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5. The NAICS code is 51781.
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be made to the responsible business whose quote is most advantageous to the Government based on Best Value. Evaluation factors include: PRICE, TECHNICALLY ACCEPTABLE, DELIVERY (ARO), AND PAST PERFORMANCE. Proposals are requested electronically and bidders must complete blocks 12, 17, 23, 24, & 30 of the solicitation. FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 are incorporated by reference.
Point of Contact
All questions and electronic quotations must be submitted in writing to Chelsea Walker, Contracting Officer, at Chelsea.walker3@usdoj.gov. No telephone inquiries will be answered.