Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source
Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCE

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Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

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MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT COMPONENTS (J059)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the 379 Expeditionary Communication Squadron at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, intends to award a sole-source contract for maintenance and repair services of Personal Wireless Communication Systems (PWCS) equipment. The contractor will be responsible for providing comprehensive support, including management, labor, and materials, while ensuring compliance with Federal Communications Commission standards and Original Equipment Manufacturers' specifications. This contract is critical for maintaining operational readiness and minimizing mission disruptions, as the equipment plays a vital role in military communications. Interested parties must submit a capabilities statement by September 9, 2024, detailing their qualifications, with the understanding that only Motorola Solutions is deemed uniquely qualified to fulfill the requirements due to proprietary technologies and authorized service provider status. For further inquiries, contact Oxana Kareva at oxana.kareva@us.af.mil.

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    The document outlines a solicitation notice for a sole-source contract by the 379 Expeditionary Communication Squadron at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, for maintenance and repair services of Personal Wireless Communication Systems Equipment. Interested parties must submit a capabilities statement by September 9, 2024, detailing their relevant experience, business classification, and interest in the contract. The contractor must provide 24/7 technical support and perform repairs according to Federal Communications Commission standards and Original Equipment Manufacturers’ specifications. A 98% repair rate and 30-day turnaround for equipment shipments are required. The document emphasizes that only Motorola Solutions is uniquely qualified to deliver the specified maintenance due to proprietary technologies and authorized service provider status. This notice reflects a focused effort to procure essential communication infrastructure support while ensuring operational readiness in a military environment. Overall, the purpose is to maintain vital communication equipment efficiently and effectively, minimizing mission disruptions.
    The Performance Work Statement outlines the maintenance and repair services for Personal Wireless Communications Systems (PWCS) at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary resources, including management, materials, labor, and equipment, ensuring compliance with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Original Equipment Manufacturers' standards. Key performance objectives include achieving a 98% repair rate and returning 95% of equipment within 30 days. Contractor qualifications include factory training in various Motorola systems and maintaining a certified service depot for Land Mobile Radio equipment repairs. The contractor must use OEM parts and provide 24/7 technical support. Quality control measures require documentation of actions taken for repair, inspection rights for the government on contracted services, and specific steps for handling nonconforming services. Appendices list the equipment inventory, focusing on portable radios and associated infrastructure, signifying their critical role in operational success. This document serves as a formal solicitation in the context of government RFPs, emphasizing stringent service standards and accountability for the contractor to ensure readiness and reliability of communication systems.
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