Motorola APX 8500 Radios, Installation and Programming Services

SOL #: 36C26326Q0310Special Notice

Overview

Buyer

Veterans Affairs
Veterans Affairs, Department Of
NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)
Saint Paul, MN, 55101, United States

Place of Performance

Fort Meade, SD

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

Radio And Television Communication Equipment, Except Airborne (5820)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Jan 30, 2026
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Last Updated
Jan 30, 2026
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Action Date
Feb 6, 2026, 10:00 PM

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 Black Hills VA Healthcare System is conducting market research through a Special Notice (Sources Sought) to identify vendors capable of providing 4 Motorola APX 8500 Radios, Installation, and Programming Services. This is for market research purposes only; no contract award will be made from this announcement. Responses are due by February 6, 2026.

Scope of Work

The requirement is for 4 Motorola APX8500 mobile multi-band radios for ambulances at the Fort Meade Medical Center. This includes the purchase of specific radio packages, antennas, remote mount cables, and various software licenses (SmartZone, ASTRO Digital CAI OP, P25 Trunking, Multikey Operation). The radios must support multiband communication (VHF, UHF 1 & 2, 700/800, LTE SmartConnect), Multikey AES 256 encryption, and ADP. The scope also covers installation, programming, testing, and coordination of delivery. Vendor responsibilities include offloading, unboxing, setup, trash removal, and providing a 3-year warranty. Installation must be manufacturer-certified, and equipment tested for operational status. A "Brand Name or Equal" requirement applies per FAR Clause 52.211-6.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Special Notice / Sources Sought (Market Research)
  • Set-Aside: None specified
  • Response Due: February 6, 2026, by email to theresa.thunder@va.gov
  • Published: January 30, 2026
  • Estimated Delivery/Installation: February 27, 2026 - March 30, 2026
  • Place of Performance: Fort Meade VAMC, 113 Comanche Road, Fort Meade, SD 57741

Submission Requirements

Interested vendors must submit:

  • Contact and organization information.
  • Descriptive proof of capability to perform the services.
  • Organization's socio-economic category.
  • Confirmation if services can be ordered against an existing government contract (e.g., FSS, GSA).
  • Details on contemplated subcontracting (percentage and tasks). Failure to respond to these questions may affect the acquisition strategy.

Additional Notes

This is solely for market research; no award will result from this announcement. Applicable clauses like VAAR 852.219-75 or FAR 52.219-14 regarding limitations on subcontracting may apply to a potential future solicitation if set-aside for Veteran-Owned Small Businesses or Small Businesses.

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