SAM #140L3726Q0044

BLM Sole Source Procurement of BK Technologies Radios and Accessories for Wildland Fire Operations

This opportunity involves the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) at the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) seeking to procure BK Technologies radios and accessories for wildland fire operations: - Sole source procurement with BK Technologies for P25-compliant radios and accessories - Main items include: - 750 BKR5000 handheld radios (VHF, 136-174MHz, 5000 channels, 6W, GPS, ADP encryption, 36-month warranty) - 750 VHF antennas with GPS - 750 orange clamshell AA battery packs - 100 cloning cables for BKR series radios - 200 heavy-duty remote speaker/microphones (IP68, programmable, emergency button) - 2 KNG M150 LP VHF mobile radios (integrated GPS, 5000 channels, 50W) - 1 KNGM400 UHF mobile radio (integrated GPS, 5000 channels, 50W) - 3 handheld programming smart microphones - 10 Ethernet interfaces for KNG-M/B - BK Technologies is the only OEM and considered the only responsible source - Estimated contract value is $1,510,131.59 - Procurement is unrestricted under NAICS 334220 - Delivery and performance associated with the National Interagency Fire Center, Boise, ID

Description

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) at the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) intends to negotiate with only one source, BK Technologies, for the below:Lifecycle Handheld Radios:(750) BKR5000 Radio with Warranty and Port, VHF 136-174MHz, 5000Ch, 6W, T3, Full keypad, BLK, Channel Stop, No BT. Includes GPS, belt clip, ADP encryption, and 36 month warranty. Radio Accessories: (750) Antenna, VHF, 136-174 MHz, SMA, W/GPS (750) Clamshell AA Battery Pack, Orange (100) Cable, Cloning, BKR Series Portable to BKR Series Portable Radios NIFC exclusive to detour theft (200) Heavy-Duty Remote Speaker/Microphone, 3.5mm Audio Jack, IP68 Submersible, Prog. Toggle Switch, Emergency Button (2) KNG M150 LP, KNG Series Mobiles VHF and (1) KNGM400, UHF -KNG Series Mobile Radio, Dash Mount, P25, Digital/Analog, 136-174MHz for VHF and 380-470 MHz for UHF, Integrated GPS, 5000 channels, 50W, Includes DualRemote-Control Port. Includes install kit, speaker & power cord: (3) Handheld Programming Smart Microphone with straight connector (Standard) for KNG mobiles & base station series. (10) Ethernet Interface, KNG-M/BThis action is authorized by and in accordance with FAR 6.302.1. The Government believes that the only responsible source capable of satisfying the agency’s requirement is BK Technologies. A Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition has been prepared in support of this acquisition. The estimated value of this acquisition is $1,510,131.59. No Request for Quotation (RFQ) will be issued, and no response will be made to letters or telephone requests for a copy of the solicitation. This is not a request for competitive quotes, but serves as a procurement notice to fulfill public posting requirements in accordance with FAR 5.101(a)(1). The requirement is unrestricted and the NAICS code 334220 applies. Responsible firms believing they can provide the required items are encouraged to identify themselves and give written notification to the Contracting Officer referencing action 140L3726Q0044, however, they must provide convicting evidence that they can furnish the requested items at a cost that will not exceed the total estimated transaction cost. All responses will be fully considered. If no affirmative responses are received by 5:00 pm Eastern on April 30th, 2026, to the effect that a comparable source exists, an order will be placed with BK Technologies for the requirement stated here. Questions concerning this acquisition may be directed to Contracting Officer, Casey Gean Boyd at email: casey_boyd@ios.doi.gov.

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