Notice of Intent to Issue Sole Source Award - FirstNet Radio Support Equipment & Software
ID: PUR240253Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARDNATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARDNTSB ACQ LEASE MGMT DIVISIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20594, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK: DIGITAL NETWORK PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7G21)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/181d8e89e2dc4f13bd3ad6aa6b55018b/view
Timeline
    Description

    The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) intends to award a sole source contract to AT&T Mobility, LLC for the procurement of specialized radio support equipment and software essential for its accident investigation operations. This procurement includes software licenses, support services, and specific radio-related devices that leverage FirstNet technology to ensure reliable and instantaneous communication across various accident scenes nationwide. The NTSB's requirement for this unique infrastructure stems from its mission to enhance safety and operational effectiveness during emergency responses, with AT&T being the only provider capable of fulfilling these specialized needs due to its exclusive FirstNet infrastructure. Interested vendors are invited to submit capability statements within seven days of this notice, and inquiries can be directed to Kate Campbell at kate.campbell@ntsb.gov or by phone at 202-314-6209.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kate Campbell
    (202) 314-6209
    kate.campbell@ntsb.gov
    Files
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    JOFOC - FirstNet Radio Support Equipment_EXTERNAL.pdf
    The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is seeking a sole-source contract with AT&T Mobility, LLC for specialized equipment and software to support its radio communication needs during accident investigations. The justification for this action is based on the unique requirements of the NTSB, which necessitate a system that ensures instantaneous communication across various accident scenes nationwide, leveraging FirstNet technology. The requested equipment includes software licenses, support services, and specific radio-related devices that comply with federal standards for interoperability, cybersecurity, and operational flexibility. The NTSB’s analysis concluded that AT&T is the only provider capable of fulfilling these specialized requirements, primarily due to its exclusive FirstNet infrastructure, which offers necessary mission-critical performance and reliability that competitors, such as Verizon and Motorola, do not provide. The contracting officer confirmed the justification’s accuracy, stating the cost and anticipated award would serve the government’s best interests. Despite this sole-source approach, a notice will be published for transparency, inviting any capable vendors to express their interest. This initiative reflects the NTSB's commitment to enhancing safety and operational effectiveness in emergency response situations.
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