Mobile & Portable Radios for DNR
ID: 140A0824Q0008Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF INDIAN AFFAIRSEASTERN OKLAHOMA REGIONMUSKOGEE, OK, 74402, 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)
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    The Bureau of Indian Affairs, under the Department of the Interior, is seeking proposals for the procurement of mobile and portable radios for the Division of Natural Resources (DNR). This solicitation, identified as number 140A0824Q0008, requires a Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order with a total small business set-aside, emphasizing the importance of compliance with federal regulations and promoting economic opportunities for small businesses. The radios and associated equipment are critical for effective communication within the DNR, with an anticipated delivery location at the Bureau's Eastern Oklahoma Regional Office in Muskogee, Oklahoma, and a delivery timeframe of 90 days after receipt of order. Interested vendors must submit their offers by September 20, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Teihahnietuh McCargo at teihahnietuh.mccargo@bia.gov or (918) 781-4612.

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    This document is an amendment to a federal solicitation, specifically Amendment 0001 for solicitation number 140A0824Q0008. The primary purpose of this amendment is to change the set-aside status from Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) to Small Business (SB) and extend the deadline for submission of offers to September 20, 2024. Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment to ensure their acceptance, with specific instructions on how to do so provided. The document includes sections for required signatures from both the contracting officer and the contractor, confirming the amendments and maintaining all other original terms and conditions unchanged. This amendment highlights the federal government’s flexibility in accommodating broader business participation and its commitment to ensuring compliance with regulations governing government contracts. The structured format follows standard government procedures, emphasizing accountability and clarity in the amendment process.
    This document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Bureau of Indian Affairs for mobile and portable radios, specifically intended for the Division of Natural Resources. The solicitation outlines a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order requiring 100% set-aside for Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs), with an anticipated delivery location at the Bureau of Indian Affairs Eastern Oklahoma Regional Office in Muskogee, Oklahoma, and a delivery timeframe of 90 days after receipt of order. Various line items are specified, including portable radios and antennas, each with detailed descriptions and quantities needed. Key clauses from the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and specific custom clauses are referenced within the RFP, emphasizing compliance with evaluation processes, invoicing requirements through an electronic platform, and the necessity of adhering to legal prohibitions concerning certain types of telecommunications equipment. The document serves as an official request for proposals from potential contractors, detailing requirements, terms, and conditions important for vendors to understand in order to submit competitive bids for the provision of equipment to the government entity. This RFP highlights the procurement goals while ensuring compliance with federal regulations intended to promote economic opportunities for small businesses.
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