Satellite Communications Systems
ID: 47QFLA20D0014Type: Sources Sought
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GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATIONFEDERAL ACQUISITION SERVICEGSA FAS AAS REGION 4ATLANTA, GA, 30308, USA

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Other Computer Related Services (541519)

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SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: LOGISTICS SUPPORT (R706)
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    The General Services Administration (GSA) is seeking industry input regarding the potential extension of a sole source contract with L3 Harris Technologies (L3H) for the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), which supports critical communications and intelligence systems. The GSA intends to extend the existing Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for an additional five years and increase the contract ceiling by approximately $500 million to ensure uninterrupted service delivery. This procurement is vital for maintaining operational capabilities and compliance with Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements. Interested industry partners are invited to submit their capabilities responses by May 16, 2025, and can contact Denise Darlington at joann.darlington@gsa.gov or Korena Jones-Brown at korena.jones-brown@gsa.gov for further information.

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    The General Services Administration (GSA) is seeking industry input regarding the potential extension of a sole source contract with L3 Harris Technologies (L3H) for U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) that supports diverse technological requirements, including communications and intelligence systems. The GSA intends to extend the existing Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for an additional five years with a proposed ceiling increase of approximately $500 million. Industry partners are invited to submit capabilities responses to ascertain any changes in vendor capabilities that could affect the ongoing sole source contract. Responses must demonstrate the ability to meet various criteria, including service provision and compliance with Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements. To facilitate access to associated Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), interested parties must show they have the necessary approved business systems. Responses must adhere to specified formatting guidelines and are due by May 16, 2025. This synopsis is not a solicitation but is intended to gather insights from the market to inform potential future procurement strategies.
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