Enterprise Radio Systems (ERS) Deployent

The Federal Prison System, under the Department of Justice, is forecasting the deployment of an Enterprise Radio System across up to 64 Bureau of Prisons facilities nationwide. This initiative aims to modernize and standardize communication infrastructure across federal correctional locations, ensuring reliable, secure, and interoperable radio capabilities for operational and emergency response needs. The scope includes the full lifecycle of radio system implementation—from design and installation to integration, testing, and ongoing technical support—with performance expected to occur at multiple facilities across the United States without restriction to a single geographic location. The North American Industry Classification System code 541330 indicates this effort falls under engineering services, suggesting a strong emphasis on technical design and system integration rather than purely hardware procurement. Point of contact for inquiries is Kelly Kuykendall, with David Orrantia serving as the Small Business Specialist to facilitate participation from small businesses. Although the solicitation number has not yet been assigned and the posting is classified as a forecast, interested vendors are encouraged to monitor for future formal requests, as this deployment represents a significant opportunity to support mission-critical communications within the federal prison system.