Sole Source - Surveillance Detection Equipment for Police Services

This procurement involves a sole source acquisition of specialized surveillance detection equipment and associated mapping devices intended for police services, specifically replacing an outdated system that is no longer functional or supported. Research Electronics International (REI) is identified as the sole manufacturer and exclusive supplier of this technology, which is capable of detecting covert listening and recording devices while providing mapping functionality to visualize detection coverage. The contract includes not only the hardware but also the critical operator training and certification, which only REI can provide, establishing their unique qualification for this procurement. The solicitation was issued by the Georgia Department of Purchasing & Contracting, with proposals due by March 2, 2026, and performance set to occur in Decatur, Georgia. No competitive bidding or formal evaluation process, such as lowest price technically acceptable, was employed due to the sole source nature of the acquisition. Key contract clauses typically governed by the Federal Acquisition Regulation were not incorporated, nor were detailed delivery schedules, contract values, or options for extensions or additional services specified. The contract does not address security clearances, key personnel requirements, or organizational conflict of interest provisions, relying solely on the vendor's exclusivity and product uniqueness. Submission instructions mandated electronic proposals via the OpenGov portal, but without prescriptive format or page limits. The procurement underscores reliance on the exclusivity of REI’s proprietary equipment and training, with administrative and inspection details only broadly defined, reflecting a highly specialized, non-competitive purchase aimed at immediate replacement and operational readiness.