PORTABLE VHF RADIOS FOR KAYENTA COMMUNITY SCHOOL
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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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 Department of the Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), through its Indian Education Acquisition Office, is soliciting proposals for Portable and Mobile Digital P25 VHF Radios for the Kayenta Community School. This acquisition aims to enhance daily communication for bus-to-bus, bus-to-campus, and campus-to-bus operations. This opportunity is a 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside. Quotations are due by March 23, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks new portable and mobile Digital P25 VHF Radios, including associated components, programming services, and shipping. Key items include:
- Portable Digital P25 VHF Radios (Item 00010)
- Mobile Digital P25 VHF Radios (Item 00020)
- Radio components (antennas, desk chargers, mounts)
- Programming services
- Shipping to destination (FOB Destination) Brand name or equal products are acceptable, but items must be new.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Priced purchase order.
- Set-Aside: 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE).
- Delivery: Within 60 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
- Place of Performance: Kayenta Community School.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: March 23, 2026, 5:00 PM ET.
- Technical Questions Due: March 19, 2026, 12:00 PM ET.
- Submission Method: Electronic submission of inquiries, quotations, and amendments to Olivia.wall@bie.edu.
- Quote Format:
- Non-Price Quote: Must include product specifications/drawings, proof of authorized distributor/reseller/partner status, confirmation that items are new and in stock, and lead times.
- Price Quote: Must be an all-inclusive firm fixed price.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be based on the lowest price while meeting all specifications and demonstrating capability. Technical capability will be evaluated based on submitted information, not assumed knowledge. Quotes will be compared for best value.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and qualify as an ISBEE vendor.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Olivia Wall at olivia.wall@bie.edu.