Notice of Intent of Synopsize Sole Source Fort Irwin Land Mobile Radio (LMR) system
Overview
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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 Department of the Army (W6QK ACC-APG) has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to award a sole source contract to Motorola Solutions, Inc. for the modernization of the Fort Irwin Land Mobile Radio (LMR) system in Fort Irwin, CA. This effort aims to integrate the legacy LMR system into the Army CONUS Enterprise (ACE) LMR architecture and enhance interoperability within the Base Emergency Communications System (BECS) capabilities. This is an informational notice, not a Request for Proposal (RFP).
Scope of Work
The BECS program modernization focuses on upgrading and ensuring interoperability of Army public safety communications. Specifically, it involves integrating Fort Irwin NTC’s legacy LMR system into the ACE LMR architecture and enhancing BECS capabilities. The procurement is for the modernization of the current Motorola LMR system at Fort Irwin NTC, not for the purchase of new radios or fielding crash systems. Motorola Solutions, Inc. is identified as the original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) with specialized capabilities required to integrate the proprietary Motorola system core into BECS as a unified, interoperable subsystem. The modernization will leverage advanced technologies to deliver a fully operational, turn-key LMR Subsystem.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Anticipated Awardee: Motorola Solutions, Inc.
- Place of Performance: Fort Irwin, CA
- Anticipated Period of Performance: July 03, 2026, to July 02, 2028
- Set-Aside: None specified (Sole Source Intent)
- Response Due: April 06, 2026, by 4:00 PM EST
- Published: March 24, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes. However, organizations believing they can meet this requirement may submit information for consideration for a competitive procurement action. A determination by the Government not to compete this action is solely at its discretion. Responses should be sent to Mark Grimsley (mark.c.grimsley.civ@army.mil) and Katia Lacoste (katia.lacoste.civ@army.mil).