Huron County Michigan Portable Public Safety Radios RFP 2026
Huron CountyCounty · Huron County, MI- Due
- Sep 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Randy Miller
- (989) 269-6435
The 30-second brief
Huron County Michigan is requesting proposals for portable public safety radios to support Police, Fire, EMS, and other public safety operations. Proposed radios must be qualified for the Michigan Public Safety Communications System (MPSCS) and meet APCO P25 Phase I/II, FCC, and AES-256 encryption standards. The procurement includes hardware, firmware, programming, and licensing for operation on the 700/800 MHz bands. Vendors must provide unit pricing for radios and accessories such as individual/bank/vehicle chargers, lapel microphones, and spare batteries. Proposals are due by 5:00 PM on September 21, 2026, as sealed bids delivered to the Huron County Board of Commissioners in Bad Axe, MI.
Portable public safety radios, Individual chargers, Bank chargers, Vehicle chargers, Lapel microphones, Spare batteries, Programming software, Encryption licenses
MPSCS compliance and qualification, Technical suitability and reliability, Total purchase price, Encryption/software costs, Accessory pricing, Warranty and manufacturer/dealer support, Delivery schedule, Vendor experience and references
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Summary
Huron County Michigan is requesting proposals for portable public safety radios to support Police, Fire, EMS, and other public safety operations.
Proposed radios must be qualified for the Michigan Public Safety Communications System (MPSCS) and meet APCO P25 Phase I/II, FCC, and AES-256 encryption standards. The procurement includes hardware, firmware, programming, and licensing for operation on the 700/800 MHz bands. Vendors must provide unit pricing for radios and accessories such as individual/bank/vehicle chargers, lapel microphones, and spare batteries. Proposals are due by 5:00 PM on September 21, 2026, as sealed bids delivered to the Huron County Board of Commissioners in Bad Axe, MI.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- MPSCS compliance and qualification
- Technical suitability and reliability
- Total purchase price
- Encryption/software costs
- Accessory pricing
- Warranty and manufacturer/dealer support
- Delivery schedule
- Vendor experience and references
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Portable public safety radios
- Individual chargers
- Bank chargers
- Vehicle chargers
- Lapel microphones
- Spare batteries
- Programming software
- Encryption licenses
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Manufacturer and model number
- Product specifications/brochure
- MPSCS qualification documentation
- FCC certification
- Encryption specifications
- Software and licensing requirements
- Pricing table
- Warranty information
- Delivery schedule
- Submit to
- 250 E Huron Ave, Bad Axe MI 48413
- Scope location
- Huron County, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Huron County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 21, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 250 E Huron Ave, Bad Axe MI 48413. For questions, contact Randy Miller.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Huron County in MI, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Randy Miller at (989) 269-6435. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Portable public safety radios, Individual chargers, Bank chargers, Vehicle chargers, Lapel microphones, Spare batteries, Programming software, Encryption licenses. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "MPSCS compliance and qualification, Technical suitability and reliability, Total purchase price, Encryption/software costs, Accessory pricing, Warranty and manufacturer/dealer support, Delivery schedu..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Huron County?
All active and historical solicitations from Huron County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Huron County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Manufacturer and model number, product specifications/brochure, MPSCS qualification documentation, FCC certification, encryption specifications, software and licensing requirements, pricing table, war. Review the full document from Huron County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Huron County, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.