REPEATERS SERVICES FOR RADIO COMMUNICATION BETWEEN CSO TRANSPORTATION DISPATCHER AND GSA SCHOOL BUSES DOWEA MID ATLANTIC DISTRICT FIELD SITE -PR FORT BUCHANAN, PR 00934
Overview
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Defense Education Activity (DoDEA), Mid-Atlantic District Field Site, is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified vendors for Repeater Services for Radio Communication in Fort Buchanan and Ramey, Puerto Rico. This requirement includes the procurement and leasing of two antenna repeaters and service calls for repair/replacement parts for base station radios. The purpose is to gather information to determine potential set-aside opportunities. Responses are due by February 23, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
DoDEA requires two antenna repeaters to connect a modern VHF communications system, ensuring comprehensive island-wide radio communication coverage (150.8000MHz) for school bus transportation dispatchers and GSA school buses. The service aims to reduce operating costs, improve radio transmission quality, and provide airwaves access for terrain-vehicles. The scope includes:
- Leasing and operation of two antenna repeaters.
- Furnishing and maintaining portable radio systems.
- Providing replacement parts for out-of-warranty repairs.
- Performing minor repair/service calls (e.g., radio reprogramming, antenna realignment).
- Ensuring 100% airwaves access, radio frequency, and simultaneous/individual access.
- Responding to emergencies within 5-15 minutes and service disruptions within 15 minutes.
- Providing email and live telephone technical support during bus operation hours (0500-1900 Monday-Saturday, PR local time).
Contract Details & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought Notice (for information and planning purposes only).
- Anticipated NAICS: 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing), size standard 1250 employees.
- Set-Aside: None specified at this stage; information is being gathered to determine if a set-aside (e.g., Small Business, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB) is appropriate.
- Period of Performance (Anticipated): One 12-month base year and four 12-month option years.
- Place of Performance: DoDEA locations in Fort Buchanan and Ramey Aguadilla, Puerto Rico.
- Published Date: February 11, 2026.
- Response Due Date: February 23, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. (AST).
Information Requested
Interested parties, especially small businesses, are requested to provide:
- Firm details: Name, POC, phone, email, UEI, CAGE, small business status/certifications, and NAICS code.
- Interest in competing as a prime contractor, including any subcontracting, joint venture, or teaming arrangements.
- Detailed previous experience on similar requirements (size, scope, complexity, timeframe, government/commercial) and pertinent certifications.
- Information on commercial availability of services, including pricing, delivery schedules, terms, and warranties.
- Suggestions on how DoDEA can structure contract requirements to facilitate small business competition and identify any restrictive conditions.
Submission Details
Responses must be submitted via email to Krista Chamberlain at krista.chamberlain@dodea.edu by Monday, February 23, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. (AST). This is not a request for quotes, bids, or proposals, and DoDEA will not pay for information submitted. Not responding does not preclude participation in any future solicitation.