Miami-Dade Supplier Systems #EVN0055492

Miami-Dade County Seeks Six-Month Rental of Iridium 9555 Satellite Phones for Hurricane Season

Miami-Dade County's Information Technology Department is seeking a six-month rental of Iridium 9555 satellite phones to support emergency communications during hurricane season. - Government Buyer: - Miami-Dade County, Information Technology Department - County Mayor's Office is a primary user - OEMs and Vendors: - Iridium Communications Inc. (OEM for Iridium 9555 satellite phones) - Functional equivalents permitted if approved by the County - Products/Services Requested: - 40 Iridium 9555 satellite phone rental kits (or approved functional equivalents) - Each kit includes: Iridium 9555 phone, lithium-ion battery, AC wall charger, DC car charger, set of 4 international plugs, external auxiliary antenna, antenna adapter, user manual, laminated easy guide, nylon carry case - SIM cards activated with 6 months of Iridium service - Each SIM provides 10 outgoing minutes and 10 outgoing SMS messages per month (no rollover) - 18 of the 40 units are specifically for the County Mayor's Office - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Rental period is for six months, covering the hurricane season - Delivery required within 7 days of purchase order - Bidders must provide all items as a complete kit - Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder - Functional equivalents to Iridium 9555 are allowed if pre-approved by the County

Description

This solicitation is for the six-month rental of Iridium 9555 satellite phones or a functional equivalent approved by Miami-Dade County, including a Hurricane Standard Kit. The rental includes the satellite phone, lithium-ion battery, chargers, international plugs, antenna, user manual, and a nylon carry case. The rental kit also includes SIM cards activated with six months of Iridium service, providing 10 outgoing minutes and 10 outgoing SMS messages each month with no rollover. The equipment is intended for use during the hurricane season from June 1, 2026, to November 30, 2026, for the Mayor's Office and DTPW. Bidders must submit offers for all items, and the award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

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