PURPOSE: The Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, is soliciting bids for a Contractor to provide Network Innovations Iridium Unlimited Push-To-Talk Service to 30 Iridium handsets, and three Network Innovations iMatrix console units for the State of Alaska.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• The Iridium Push-To-Talk provider must be compatible with Network Innovations iMatrix series console.
• The Contractor must possess Network Innovations training and certification to provide Tier one support for the Network Innovations iMatrix series consoles in Alaska.
• The Contractor must be qualified to possess Network Innovations iMatrix training to integrate with VHF/UHF networks to ensure ongoing operation of state-owned equipment.
• The Contractor must be qualified to provide Network Innovations Tier two/three support.
• The Service offered must provide access to Network Innovations Portal and FI Control.

CONTACT: All ITB documents and/or questions must be directed to Tamra M. Czerny, Procurement Specialist via email at tamra.czerny@alaska.gov .

DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF BIDS: Bids must be received no later than 2:00 PM Alaska Time on March 02, 2023.

ADA: The State of Alaska complies with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities who may need auxiliary aids, services, and/or special modifications to submit a bid should contact the Procurement Specialist listed via email at tamra.czerny@alaska.gov ;  telephone at 907-269-8665; or TDD at 907-269-5411 not later than 10 calendar days prior to the solicitation closing date to make necessary arrangements.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: If you received this solicitation from the State's Online Public Notices website, you must register with the Procurement Officer listed to receive subsequent amendments. Registration must be in writing and may be made via email to tamra.czerny@alaska.gov .  Failure to register with the Procurement Specialist listed may result in the rejection of your bid.