Personal Duress Device

### 🚨 Tender Overview: Personal Duress Solution RFI The **Queensland Ambulance Service (QAS)** is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to explore market-ready **Personal Duress Solutions**. This initiative aims to identify advanced, reliable technology—including wearables and mobile applications—capable of supporting approximately 5,500 users across diverse, state-wide connectivity environments. #### 🎯 Scope and Objectives QAS is seeking to gather intelligence to inform future procurement strategies. Key focus areas include: * **Technology Assessment:** Evaluating various device types and platform capabilities. * **Technical Integration:** Understanding how potential solutions integrate with existing QAS systems. * **Market Analysis:** Identifying experienced suppliers capable of delivering high-risk environment solutions within Australia. * **Strategic Development:** Establishing an evidence-based foundation for potential future formal tenders. #### 📋 Requirements * **User Capacity:** Must support at least 5,500 users with scalability for growth. * **Operational Environment:** Must function reliably in varying connectivity conditions across Queensland. * **Industry Focus:** Solutions should be proven in emergency services, healthcare, or similar high-risk sectors. #### 📅 Key Dates * **Open Date:** April 23, 2026 * **Closing Date:** May 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM (AEST) * **Decision Date:** June 19, 2026 This RFI is an exploratory, non-binding process. Interested suppliers in the IT, telecommunications, and hardware sectors are encouraged to review the requirements to assist QAS in shaping their future technical strategy.