Opportunity
SAM #36C10B26Q0343
Award for Plum Laboratories Starlink Ready Mini Connectivity Hardware for VA Emergency Response
Buyer
VA Technology Acquisition Center
Posted
May 07, 2026
Identifier
36C10B26Q0343
NAICS
334290, 423690, 541519
The Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Information and Technology (OI&T), Office of Emergency Management (OEM), has awarded a contract for ruggedized connectivity hardware to support disaster response and continuity of operations. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Information and Technology (OI&T), Office of Emergency Management (OEM) - Contracting office: VA Technology Acquisition Center NJ, 23 Christopher Way, Eatontown, NJ 07724 - OEMs and Vendors: - Plum Laboratories, Inc. (OEM) - REDHAWK IT SOLUTIONS, LLC (awardee) - Products/Services Requested: - Plum Enterprise Starlink Ready (SR) Mini with 5G dual modem and Plum Power Bank (PPB) - Part number: ENTSR5002 - Provides cellular and satellite connectivity with dual 5G modems, integrated storage and power, proprietary long-range antenna, and waterproof ethernet cable - Designed for rapid deployment in emergency scenarios - Embedded OS software; no managed or installation services required - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Brand name only: Plum Laboratories, Inc. hardware specified - Hardware must be ruggedized and support both cellular and satellite communications - Delivery required within 30 days of award - Designed and built in the USA