FBI LMR Subscriber Market Research Summary

Subject: FBI LMR Subscriber Market Research Update The purpose of this communication is to summarize the Federal Bureau of Investigation's (FBI) market research findings and intended acquisition approach for procuring subscriber radios in support of the Land Mobile Radio (LMR) program. On June 19, 2017, the FBI issued a Request for Information (RFI) (RFI_FBI_LMR_06152017) on FedBizOpps. The RFI asked vendors to respond with current information regarding their subscriber radio technical capabilities, as well as general business and contractual information. Multiple firms, representing small and large business manufacturers and resellers, responded to the notice. The FBI reviewed their submissions and sought clarifications as necessary. Specifically, the FBI identified each vendor's technical offerings and product availability through existing contract vehicles. Based on the outcomes of this research, the FBI has determined that all of its subscriber requirements can be met through existing Government Wide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs). Thus, the FBI believes it is in the best interest of the Government to fulfill these requirements, as they arise, through delivery orders placed against existing GWACs. By issuing delivery orders against larger vehicles, the FBI seeks to maximize its buying power and gain the efficiencies afforded by these GWACs. The FBI will continually monitor and evaluate the availability of GWACs to meet its subscriber requirements, and will update its market research and/or acquisition strategy as required. There are not attachments to this notice.