7G--Bendix King Radios for Midwest Region's Wildland Fire Management Staff
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
This is an Award Notice for the procurement of Bendix King Radios and associated equipment for the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Midwest Region's Wildland Fire Management Staff. The acquisition was designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. This notice confirms an award has been made, though specific details regarding the awardee and contract value are not provided.
Procurement Scope
The procurement covered a range of Bendix King radio equipment and accessories. Key items included:
- Bendix King radios (handheld, dash mount)
- Rechargeable and AA batteries
- Single desktop chargers and vehicle charger kits
- Universal cloning cables and adapters
- Speaker microphones
- Programming software downloads and PC programming cables
- Various antennas, including a newly added VHF 136-174 MHz antenna. An amendment (0001) updated descriptions for several radio and accessory line items, including details on radio frequency and 12V adaptors.
Contract & Set-Aside Details
The contract was structured as a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order. It was a 100% Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS Code 334200, "Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communication Equipment Manufacturing," with a size standard of 1,250 employees.
- Anticipated Delivery Date: September 30, 2026.
- Delivery Address: BIA, Midwest Regional Office, Wildland Fire Services, 5600 American Blvd W., Bloomington, MN 55437.
Original Solicitation Context
The original solicitation, number 140A0626Q0002, was issued on February 28, 2026. Quotes were evaluated based on Lowest Priced-Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria, considering Technical Capability and Past Performance. Inquiries were due by March 6, 2026.
- Contact: Margie M. Tahdooahnippah, Margie.tahdooahnippah@bia.gov, 612-968-1446.