BASENET Radio Upgrade

📡 Tender Overview: BASENET Radio Upgrade The Department of Defence - DSRG is seeking a qualified contractor to undertake the comprehensive upgrade of the BASENET communications system. This project involves the procurement, integration, and long-term maintenance of secure UHF radio infrastructure across multiple Australian locations. 📋 Scope of Work & Requirements Equipment Supply: Provision of up to 1,600 UHF encrypted radios (handheld and fixed units), with a minimum anticipated requirement of 1,458 units. System Integration: Configuration of new equipment with existing communications infrastructure to ensure high availability and base-wide coverage. Maintenance & Sustainment: Ongoing technical inspections of repeaters, consoles, and infrastructure, including firmware updates and fault rectification. Strategic Planning: Development of a five-year phased implementation plan focusing on minimum viable capability and cost-effectiveness. Documentation: Delivery of factory test certificates, warranty documentation, user manuals, and as-built network diagrams. 🛡️ Key Qualifications Bidders must comply with: Clause 1.8: Statement of Tax Record. Clause 2.4: Preparation and Transmission of Classified Tenders. Clause 2.5: Defence Security Requirements. 🎯 Desired Outcomes The project aims to deliver a robust, secure, and fully integrated communications network that aligns with Emergency Management Plans. The successful partner will provide end-to-end logistics support, training, and preventative maintenance over a five-year contract term. Keywords: UHF Radios, Defence Communications, BASENET, Secure Radio Infrastructure, Government Procurement, Radio Maintenance, Defence Security.