Motorola Communication System Upgrade
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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
The Department of the Army is soliciting proposals for a Motorola Communication System Upgrade for the Dugway Proving Grounds (DPG) Security Guard Branch in Dugway, UT. This project involves upgrading, replacing, and configuring an outdated Motorola-based communication system, including radios and accessories. This acquisition is a Small Business Set-Aside. Offers are due June 01, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all labor, materials, and equipment for the complete installation and setup of a modernized Motorola-based communication system. This includes:
- Procurement and delivery of required Motorola communications equipment and accessories.
- Installation of equipment in designated facilities and vehicles.
- System programming according to mission-specific requirements (frequency, channel, encryption).
- On-site testing and validation of the new system.
- Removal of obsolete hardware.
- Basic user training for the new system.
- Provision of manufacturer warranties and technical documentation.
Key Equipment Requirements
The project requires specific Motorola equipment and software, including:
- 40 APX 8000 All Band Portable Radios with P25 9600 BAUD TRUNKING, SMARTZONE OPERATION, OTAP, AES ENCRYPTION, and FIPS 140-3 Level 3.
- 19 APX8500 All Band Mobile Radios and 4 APX8500 Base Stations with associated accessories and software licenses.
- 10 Multi-unit charging stations and single-unit chargers.
- Various software licenses for Over The Air Provisioning, SmartZone, ASTRO 25 OTAR, ASTRO DIGITAL CAI OP APX, and P25 TRUNKING.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price for all listed items.
- NAICS Code: 334220 (Radio and Television Communication Equipment, Except Airborne)
- Size Standard: 1,250 employees
- Delivery: Expected within 60 calendar days from the date of award.
- Place of Performance: West Desert Test Center, U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground, Bldg. 4515, Dugway, UT 84022.
Timeline & Submission
- Solicitation Issue Date: April 23, 2026
- Offer Due Date: June 01, 2026, 12:30 PM (local time)
- Primary Contact: Jackson Martinez, jackson.b.martinez.civ@army.mil, 520-687-1489
- Secondary Contact: Paul E. Frailey, paul.e.frailey.civ@army.mil, 435-831-2587
Evaluation Criteria
Offers will be evaluated based on Products meeting technical specifications and Price. The government reserves the right to evaluate offers based on price and other factors considered most advantageous.
Additional Notes
This solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses by reference. Inspection and Acceptance will occur at the destination (Dugway Proving Ground, UT). All work must comply with current DPG, Department of War, and Motorola technical standards.