6605631 RADIO BATTERIES & CHARGING STATIONS

Solicitation RFB-IS-26200577-1, issued by the Los Angeles County Department of Internal Services, is a request for bids to provide 500 hand-held two-way radio batteries and corresponding six-station battery chargers. The required batteries must be NiMH chemistry with flame-extinguishing casings and compatible with Harris P7100 and P5100 radios. The procurement follows a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) award basis, meaning the contract will be granted to the lowest responsible bidder who fully complies with all technical specifications and statutory requirements. Bids were due by February 24, 2026, and required submission exclusively through the Vendor Self Service portal. Vendors must provide new, unused, current models and certify their status as authorized distributors or resellers. Key compliance mandates include adherence to prevailing wage laws, child support obligations, and professional liability insurance with a minimum of 1 million dollars per occurrence. The contract is delivered F.O.B. destination, with the County retaining the right to conduct acceptance testing at its own facilities. Additionally, the solicitation emphasizes diverse participation, requiring the submission of Community Business Enterprise information to track minority, women, and disadvantaged business involvement.