THIS REQUEST IS FOR SOURCES SOUGHT AND IS ISSUED SOLELY FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION.
THE SUBMISSION OF PRICING, CAPABILITIES FOR PLANNING PURPOSES, AND OTHER MARKET INFORMATION IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED AND ALLOWED UNDER THIS SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH (IAW) FAR 15.201(e).
DISCLAIMER
This Sources Sought Notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. All information received in response to this Sources Sought Notice is marked as proprietary and will be handled accordingly. IAW FAR 15.201(e), responses to this notice are not offers and cannot be accepted by the Government to form a binding contract. Responders are solely responsible for all expenses associated with responding to this Sources Sought Notice.
SOURCES SOUGHT DESCRIPTION
This is NOT a solicitation announcement. This is a Sources Sought Notice only. The purpose of this Sources Sought Notice is to gain knowledge of potential qualified sources and their size classification relative to NAICS code 334220 (size standard of 1,250 employees. Responses to this Sources Sought Notice will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. After review of the responses to this Sources Sought Notice, a solicitation announcement may be published. Responses to this sources sought synopsis are not considered adequate responses for a solicitation announcement.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), VISN 02 Network Contracting Office, is seeking sources that can provide waterproof, rugged, push-to-talk LTE + WiFi Radios, headsets, radio docks, and radio holders that at a minimum meets the following salient characteristics:
Salient Characteristics of the Push-to-Talk Waterproof, LTE + WiFi Radios:
Quantity: 100
Rugged. Waterproof. Nationwide communication with no subscription fees. Built for field teams, responders, and crews.
Push-to-talk radios that allow for quick, clear communication by selecting a shared channel, pressing the push-to-talk button to speak, and releasing it to listen
True Nationwide Range. Zero Limits.
Push-to-talk Radios powered by advanced Push-to-Talk over Cellular (PoC) technology, radios that completely bypass the distance limitations of traditional two-way radios. Whether you are coordinating a fleet across the country, managing a job site, or preparing for emergency grid-down scenarios, radios that deliver crystal-clear, lag-free audio anywhere in the USA.
Multi-Carrier Reliability & Wi-Fi Failover
Equipped with specialized IoT SIM cards, cannot rely on a single cell provider. Seamlessly scans and connects to the strongest available major LTE network (including Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile). If all cellular towers are compromised, the radios automatically utilizes its built-in Wi-Fi Backup feature to keep you connected.
Rugged, Waterproof, and Ready for Anything
Built for the harshest environments, radio hardware that features an upgraded rugged exterior and an IPX6 Waterproof rating. Not only can it withstand heavy rain and direct water spray, but it is also designed to float making it the ultimate communication tool for marine, outdoor, and industrial applications.
Key Features:
Zero Setup Required: No programming, no configuration, and no FCC licenses needed. It works straight out of the box. Just turn it on and talk.
Extended Battery Life: Keep your crew connected longer with a massive rechargeable lithium-ion battery that delivers 5+ days of standby power.
Versatile Communication: Supports both 1-on-1 private conversations and group broadcasting for up to 200 users at once.
New Paging Feature: Instantly alert team members with the built-in paging function.
Built Tough: Military-grade, rugged exterior and an IPX6 Waterproof rating that is designed to float.
The radios must include the device, accessories, and the entire first year of nationwide multi-carrier cellular service.
No Monthly Fees: Enjoy uninterrupted nationwide coverage with no contracts and no hidden monthly subscriptions.
Nationwide Renewal: Option to renew after the first year and maintain nationwide service.
Technical Specifications:
Network Bands (USA): B1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 66 | TDD: 38, 40, 41n
Connectivity: LTE Cellular & Wi-Fi
Waterproof Rating: IPX6 (Floating)
Power: 3.7V Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (USB-C) with 5+ Day Battery Life
Dimensions: 2" x 1.25" x 5.75"
Stealth Radio Headset - Compatible with all Radios
Quantity: 10
Headset compatible with all radios.
Multi-Radio Dock/Cradle
Quantity: 6
Must hold six (6) radios and charge six (6) radios simultaneously.
Charging cable, power adapter included.
Car/Desk Sticky Mont Radio Holder
Quantity: 10
Sticky mounts that can hold radios.
Education and Training Requirements:
The vendor shall be responsible for ensuring that vendor employees providing work on the required equipment are fully trained, completely competent and licensed to perform the required tasks in the State of New York.
Place of Delivery:
Items to be delivered to Brooklyn Campus:
VA NYHHS - Brooklyn Campus Warehouse
Police Service
800 Poly Place
Brooklyn, NY 11209
*The VA has a preference for domestic/manufactured in the United States items.
Provide operators with a user s manual with the basic system overview and instructions for troubleshooting, daily and routine use.
The information identified above is intended to be descriptive, not restrictive and to indicate the quality of the supplies/services that will be satisfactory. It is the responsibility of the interested source to demonstrate to the government that the interested parties can provide the supplies/services that fulfill the required specifications.
If you are interested and are capable of providing the sought out supplies/services, please provide the requested information as well as the information indicated below. Response to this notice should include company name, address, point of contact, size of business pursuant to the following questions:
Please indicate the size status and representations of your business, such as but not limited to: Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB), Hubzone, Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), Large Business, etc.)?
(2) Is your company considered small under the NAICS code identified under this Sources Sought?
(3) Are you the manufacturer, distributor, or an equivalent solution to the items being referenced above?
(4) If you are a large business, do you have any designated distributors? If so, please provide their company name, telephone, point of Contact and size status (if available).
(5) If you re a small business and you are an authorized distributor/reseller for the items identified above or an equivalent solution, do you alter; assemble; modify; the items requested in any way? If you do, state how and what is altered; assembled; modified?
(6) If you intend to sub contract any work on this contract, what portion of the total cost will be self-performed/will be performed by your organization? Please provide estimated detailed percentage breakdowns related to sub contracted work and completion of job.
(7) Does your company have an FSS contract with GSA or the NAC or are you a contract holder with NASA SEWP or any other federal contract? If so, please provide the contract number.
(8) If you are an FSS GSA/NAC or NASA SEWP contract holder or other federal contract holder, are the items/solution you are providing information for available on your schedule/contract?
(9) General pricing of your products/solution is encouraged. Pricing will be used for the purpose of market research only. It will not be used to evaluate for any type of award.
(10) Please submit your capabilities in regard to the salient characteristics being provided and any information pertaining to equal to items to establish capabilities for planning purposes?
(11) Will the items you will be providing manufactured domestically in the United States or are they foreign manufactured items?
(12) Please review salient characteristics/statement of work (if applicable) and provide feedback or suggestions. If none, please reply as N/A.
(13) Please provide your Sam.gov Unique Entity ID number.
*** Submissions addressing number (10) should show clear, compelling and convincing*** evidence that all equal to items" meet all the salient characteristics.
Responses to this notice shall be submitted via email to Jonatan.rondon@va.gov, telephone responses shall not be accepted. Responses must be received no later than August 4th, 2026, 1600 EST. If a solicitation is issued it shall be announced at a later date, and all interested parties must respond to that solicitation announcement separately from the responses to this sources sought. Responses to this sources sought notice are not a request to be added to a prospective bidders list or to receive a copy of the solicitation.
