New York State Contract Reporter #2136736

NYSDOT RFI: Solutions for VHF Truck Radios on Composite Roofs

NYSDOT is seeking marketplace input on solutions for continued use of low-band VHF truck radios as OEMs transition truck roof materials from metal to composites. - Government Buyer: - New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT), Office of Contract Management - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; focus is on truck manufacturers and radio equipment OEMs - Products/Services Requested: - Information, consulting, and recommendations regarding: - Solutions for mounting VHF radio antennas on composite truck roofs - Ensuring adequate antenna ground plane for low-band VHF radios - No specific part numbers or quantities provided - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Address technical challenges caused by composite roof materials - Solutions must support continued use of low-band VHF radios in NYSDOT trucks - Vendors are encouraged to submit a Letter of Interest to receive updates - This is an RFI for information gathering, not an immediate procurement

Description

The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather marketplace information regarding the continued use of low-band VHF truck radios. This is in response to original equipment manufacturers transitioning truck roof materials from metal to composites, which affects mounting radio antennas and obtaining an adequate antenna ground plane. Interested vendors are invited to submit a one-page Letter of Interest to receive updates. The RFI response due date is August 25, 2026, but is subject to change.

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