Pre-Solicitation Site Visit: Leavenworth Redundant Core Project
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The Federal Bureau of Prisons is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Notice for the design, installation, testing, and commissioning of a Redundant Core Radio System at FCI Leavenworth in Kansas. This project aims to establish a fully interoperable backup for the enterprise radio network, providing operational continuity for the FCC Victorville and FCC Allenwood locations. The scope of work includes the construction of a 100-foot self-supporting radio tower compliant with ANSI/TIA-222 standards, a hardened equipment shelter with UL-752 firearm-rated walls and ASTM HMMA 863 Grade 1 security doors, and a 10-foot perimeter fence with barbed wire. The system must support P25 Phase II trunked radio systems, maintain backward compatibility with legacy Smartnet systems, and ensure interoperability between LTE and non-LTE subscribers. Technical requirements specify that all delivered radios must include GPS capability and meet AES-256 and FIPS 140-2/3 encryption standards. The installation must comply with NIST cybersecurity frameworks, DOJ-02, FISMA, FedRAMP, and CJIS standards. Performance will be validated through Factory Acceptance Tests prior to shipment and Site Acceptance Tests at the institution. The project has a performance period of 720 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. Interested vendors are encouraged to attend a site visit on November 5, 2026, provided they submit required NCIC background check forms by October 28, 2026. The government is requesting capability statements and feedback on the Statement of Work, including experience with secure communications infrastructure and core-level integrations, to inform its final acquisition strategy.
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Place of Performance
KS, 66048, USASet-Aside
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SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE
FCI Leavenworth – Redundant Core, Radio Tower, and Shelter Installation
Request for Industry Feedback & Announcement of Pre-Solicitation Site Visit
THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE only. This notice is issued solely for market research, planning, and information-gathering purposes in accordance with FAR Part 10. This is not a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded from this announcement.
The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) is seeking industry feedback on the attached Statement of Work (SOW) for the planned installation of a Redundant Core Radio System, including a 100-foot communications tower, hardened equipment shelter, and associated integration services at FCI Leavenworth, Leavenworth, Kansas.
The Government intends to use the information received from industry to refine requirements, evaluate capability within the market, identify potential sources, and inform the acquisition strategy.
PROJECT OVERVIEW
The purpose of this project is to establish a fully interoperable Redundant Core for the BOP’s enterprise radio network. The installation at FCI Leavenworth will provide operational continuity and Core‑level backup for FCC Victorville and FCC Allenwood, ensuring uninterrupted communications in the event of system failure or required maintenance at either location.
Detailed technical requirements are provided in the attached SOW.
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION / INDUSTRY FEEDBACK
The Government requests that interested vendors review the attached SOW and provide:
- Comments, recommendations, or questions regarding clarity, feasibility, assumptions, and risk areas.
- Capability statements demonstrating experience with:
- Installation of P25 Phase II trunked radio systems
- Tower construction compliant with ANSI/TIA‑222 standards
- Secure communications shelters and hardened infrastructure
- Core-level radio system integrations
- Feedback on schedule, phasing, and deliverables included in the SOW.
- Potential subcontracting opportunities (if applicable).
Responses are voluntary and will not affect participation in any future solicitation.
SITE VISIT ANNOUNCEMENT
A site visit will be offered to all interested vendors. Interested vendors are strongly encouraged to attend this site visit. The Government may not offer an additional site visit during the formal solicitation period.
Date: November 5, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. (local time)
Location: FCI Leavenworth, Leavenworth, KS
Due to security requirements, NCIC background check forms must be submitted and approved in advance for all individuals attending the site visit. Vendors are strongly encouraged to submit forms early to ensure access is granted.
RESPONSE INSTRUCTIONS
Interested vendors should submit NCIC forms to Tanner Marshall for processing.
Interested vendors should submit the following information to Kasie Redman, Contracting Officer, for market research:
- Company name, DUNS/UEI, CAGE code
- Point of contact information
- Business size/category under the applicable NAICS code
- Responses to feedback questions listed above
- Any additional information the vendor considers relevant
Responses are requested by:
Friday, October 18, 2026 (NCIC Forms submitted ONLY to Tanner Marshall at tmarshall@bop.gov)
Thursday, November 5, 2026 (Interested Party information for market research)
Responses should be submitted via email to:
Kasie Redman, Contracting Officer
Email: k2redman@bop.gov
DISCLAIMER
This Sources Sought Notice is for planning purposes only and shall not be construed as a solicitation or obligation on the part of the Government. The Government does not reimburse respondents for any costs associated with participation in this notice or the pre-solicitation site visit.
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