# SAM #15F06726P0000898

FBI Solicitation for ESChat Secure Communication Software Licenses

**Buyer:** FBI Redstone Arsenal Resident Agency
**Posted:** September 24, 2026
**Respond By:** September 25, 2026
**Identifier:** SHOP-PR-26-002546
**NAICS:** 541512, 513120, 511210

The FBI is seeking to procure ESChat, a secure, subscription-based communication software platform for multi-agency interoperability and operational support.
- Government Buyer:
  - U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
    - Information Technology Acquisitions Unit (ITAU)
    - Finance Division, Procurement Office
- OEM Highlight:
  - ESChat (brand-name, sole OEM requirement)
- Vendors:
  - Only ESChat or authorized resellers may respond
- Products/Services Requested:
  - ESChat for Government - FedRAMP Annual Tier 1 subscription licenses
    - Supports Android, iOS, IoT, and Windows PC clients
    - Enables encrypted Push-to-Talk, multimedia messaging, Common Operating Picture, and interoperability with Land Mobile Radio, dispatch consoles, and logging recorders
    - Estimated total quantity: 1860 licenses (for LA28 Olympic Games support)
    - Solicitation specifies 860 licenses per year for five years (Base Year plus four option years)
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - FedRAMP certification required
  - Carrier and device agnostic
  - Must be accessible via DEA's custom portal
  - Annual recurring charges; firm-fixed-price contract
  - Supports interoperability testing and training for LA28 Olympic Games
  - Evaluation is Lowest Price Technically Acceptable
  - Quotes must include pricing for all years, reseller authorization, technical capability, delivery schedule, and compliance
- Period of Performance:
  - Five years: Base Year plus four option years
  - Annual subscription model
  - Lead time required for interoperability testing prior to LA28 Olympic Games

### Description

<p>San Luis Aviation, Inc, UEID PNR2MPVHKL13, is awarded a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order (PO) for 860 ESChat Licenses.&nbsp; The value of this PO &nbsp;is $394,267 to include all option years.&nbsp; The period of performance is from September 30, 2026 to September 29, 2030.</p>

<p>Although the FBI&rsquo;s operational and interoperability requirements justify a brand‑name restriction (see attached J&amp;A), the acquisition was competed as a limited‑sources action under FAR Part 12.</p>

<p>The Federal Bureau of Investigation is the contracting activity.</p>

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