Motorola Communication System Upgrade

The Dugway Proving Grounds (DPG) Security Guard Branch is seeking a contractor for the upgrade, replacement, and configuration of its outdated Motorola-based communication system, including radios and accessories. This solicitation, set aside for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB), requires the contractor to provide all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and services. The scope of work includes procurement and delivery of Motorola equipment (such as APX 8000 portable radios, mobile radios, batteries, chargers, and various software licenses), installation in facilities and vehicles, system programming, testing, removal of obsolete hardware, and basic user training. All items will be inspected and accepted at Destination by Milford Tiafala at W30M USA Dugway Proving Ground, with delivery expected within 60 calendar days from the date of award, with the contractor responsible for transportation costs. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this acquisition is 334220, with a size standard of 1250.

The document outlines a comprehensive materials list for a communication system upgrade, likely for a government entity given its context within RFPs and grants. The upgrade involves a significant quantity of portable and mobile radios (APX 8000 and APX 8500 ALL BAND MP), along with numerous software licenses and accessories. Key features of the new system include ASTRO Digital CAI Operation, P25 9600 Baud Trunking, SmartZone Operation, ASTRO 25 OTAR with MultiKey, Programming Over P25 (OTAP), and AES Encryption with ADP (FIPS 140-3 Level 3). The upgrade also details various battery types, chargers, antennas (all-band mobile), control heads, microphones, and power supplies for both mobile and base station operations. Notably, certain items like Bluetooth/WiFi/GPS antennas and specific adapter cables are explicitly excluded, indicating a tailored approach to the system's requirements. Device installation is also included, emphasizing a complete solution for enhancing communication capabilities.

The U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground's West Desert Test Center requires an upgrade to its Security Guard Branch Communications System. This project involves a contractor providing all labor, materials, equipment, installation, programming, and testing for a new Motorola-based communication system. The system will include 40 portable radios, 10 multi-unit charging stations, 19 mobile radios for vehicles, and 4 base stations, including one for dispatch at headquarters. The scope of work also covers procurement, installation, system programming, on-site testing, removal of obsolete hardware, basic user training, and provision of manufacturer warranties and technical documentation. All work must comply with current DPG, Department of War, and Motorola technical standards. The final delivery location is Building 4515 at the West Desert Test Center.

The Mission Installation Contracting Command (MICC) Dugway Proving Ground (DPG), UT, has issued a Sources Sought Notice (W911S626QA006) to identify vendors capable of providing a brand name Radio System Upgrade. This notice is for market research purposes only and may lead to a competitive procurement, potentially set aside for small businesses. The requirement involves purchasing, installing, and programming a Motorola-based communication system for DPG's West Desert Test Center, primarily for security forces. The scope includes 40 portable radios, 10 multi-unit chargers, 19 mobile radios, and 4 base stations, along with installation, system programming, testing, obsolete hardware removal, and basic user training. Responses are due by January 29, 2026, and should include company information, interest in competing as a prime, past experience, commercial availability details, and recommendations for structuring the contract and improving competition.