Notice of Intent for Sole Source - Motorola Solutions Police Radios

The Department of Veterans Affairs, VISN 4, Erie, Pennsylvania Medical Center, Police Services, requires a single-source procurement of Motorola dual-band VHF/UHF police radios. This justification outlines the need for brand-name only Motorola APX NEXT portable radios, APX 8500 mobile radios, and an APX 8500 base station, along with associated accessories, software licenses, and encryption. The radios are essential for daily law enforcement operations, officer safety, emergency response, and secure interoperable communications with local agencies. The unique characteristics of Motorola APX radios, including compatibility, interoperability, security, and performance across dual-band frequencies, limit availability to this single source. Market research confirmed that no alternative brand offers a fully compatible and approved solution that meets the VA Police Service's operational, interoperability, and security requirements, especially given the existing Motorola-based infrastructure. Transitioning to another manufacturer would introduce operational risks and be impractical. The Contracting Officer has certified the purchase in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b).

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 4, has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole source contract to Motorola Solutions. This contract is for the procurement of Motorola APX Next Portable Radios, APX 8500 Mobile Radios, and APX 8500 Base Stations for police use. The justification for this sole source award is based on Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.302-1, which cites