Radios for Tuba City Boarding School
ID: 140A2325Q0092Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRSINDIAN EDUCATION ACQUISITION OFFICEAlbuquerque, NM, 87104, USA

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220)

PSC

RADIO AND TELEVISION COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT, EXCEPT AIRBORNE (5820)

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (ISBEE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/6e171d30b62d41cd8b6c2d9440ff20f0/view
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    The Department of the Interior, specifically the Bureau of Indian Affairs, is seeking proposals for the procurement of portable and mobile 4G LTE radios for the Tuba City Boarding School in Arizona. The objective is to enhance communication capabilities through the provision of radios, software, and services related to GPS tracking and emergency communications, with a focus on supporting Indian Economic Enterprises owned by Native Americans. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to improving educational infrastructure and communication in Native American communities. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by March 14, 2025, with a delivery date set for May 14, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Garett Hixson at garett.hixson@bia.gov.

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    Hixson, Garett
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    garett.hixson@bia.gov
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    This document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) by the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) for the procurement of communication equipment for the Tuba City Boarding School in Arizona. The main objective is to provide portable and mobile 4G LTE radios, along with software and services related to GPS tracking and emergency communications. The solicitation highlights eligibility criteria for Indian Economic Enterprises, emphasizing a requirement for small businesses owned by Native Americans. The contract includes specifications for proposals, deadlines for submission, and a fixed-price contract structure, with the expectation of compliance with various federal regulations. Key dates include a proposal submission deadline of March 14, 2025, and a delivery date of May 14, 2025. The document emphasizes the importance of following procurement guidelines established by federal law while detailing terms and conditions pertinent to the contract. This initiative reflects the government’s commitment to enhancing educational infrastructure and communication capabilities in Native American communities through targeted procurement strategies.
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