Satellite Internet Services

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has issued a public notice of its intended decision to award a single-source contract to Starlink/SpaceX for satellite internet services under solicitation number FDLE-SS-2647-AD, in accordance with Florida Statute 287.057 and Rule 60A-1.045 of the Florida Administrative Code. This is not a competitive solicitation but a formal announcement of an agency decision to proceed with a non-competitive procurement, as Starlink is identified as the sole provider capable of supporting the existing hardware installed on multiple FDLE aircraft and other equipment. The service is essential for Gubernatorial support, enabling real-time communication and access to news and legislative updates during flight transit, as well as for critical investigative missions requiring reliable, high-speed connectivity. The contract is valued at $3,000,000.00 and covers the provision of satellite internet services, including ongoing maintenance and support, with performance limited to the state of Florida. The NAICS code for this procurement is 81112100, classifying it as Internet Services, and no competitive evaluation factors, detailed pricing structures, delivery schedules, or inspection criteria are applicable due to the single-source nature of the acquisition. The notice was posted on May 21, 2026, with a response deadline of May 27, 2026, and all required documentation is maintained under the internal tracking number FDLE-SS-2647-AD and DMS Single Source number SS-15796. The point of contact for inquiries is Greer Hannigan, reachable via CentralPurchasing@fdle.state.fl.us or 850-410-7300.