RFB -TEN (10) HANDHELD RADIOS

The Cherokee Nation Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking bids to supply ten (10) handheld radios that meet or exceed a detailed technical specification. The solicitation requires vendors to provide full product details, warranty, service, and software support, and to indicate lead‑time after receipt of order. Indian preference is granted to TERO‑certified firms, but non‑Indian bidders may also compete. The award will be based on the lowest‑price, most‑responsive bid. • Required product: Motorola APX NEXT (or equivalent) handheld radio with dual‑band, LTE, GPS, AES‑256 encryption, IPX8 rating, Bluetooth, and numerous advanced features. • Quantity: 10 units; bidders must submit unit cost, total cost, and lead‑time on the mandatory response sheet. • Deadline: All bids due July 15, 2026 5:00 PM (email or mail to Pam Jumper). • Preference: Indian firms with current TERO certification receive preference; proof must accompany the bid. • Evaluation: Lowest‑price, most‑responsive; no withdrawals allowed for 30 days after the deadline.