6973GH-25-RFI-00016 - CBP MARINE COMMS UPGRADE TEXAS - MARKET SURVEY
ID: 6973GH-25-RFI-00016Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION6973GH FRANCHISE ACQUISITION SVCSOKLAHOMA CITY, OK, 73125, USA

NAICS

Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (238210)

PSC

INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT- ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT COMPONENTS (N059)

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No Set aside used (NONE)

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https://sam.gov/opp/7e9ff0d158c348bfb9a4c0aa00f3e917/view
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    The Department of Transportation, through the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), is conducting a market survey for commercial technical support services related to the installation of GTR8000 radios, duplexers, and routers at three sites along the U.S. southern border in Texas. The objective is to enhance land mobile radio coverage for marine operations, specifically for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection program, by installing equipment in existing shelters at locations in Freeport, Galveston, and Matagorda, Texas. This initiative is crucial for improving communication capabilities for maritime security operations, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with safety standards. Interested vendors must submit their capability statements and responses by 4:00 p.m. Central Time on July 18, 2025, to Tamara Maxwell at tamara.m.maxwell@faa.gov, marking all documents as proprietary as necessary.

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    Tamara Maxwell
    tamara.m.maxwell@faa.gov
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    03F SOW_6973GH-25-RFI-00016_CBP MARINE COMMS UPGRADE TEXAS.pdf
    The Marine Communication System Expansion Project, initiated by the Federal Aviation Administration and U.S. Customs and Border Protection, aims to enhance inadequate land mobile radio coverage for marine operations along the U.S. coast. The project includes the installation of Motorola GTR8000 repeaters and related equipment at three site locations: Freeport, Galveston, and Matagorda, Texas. Key tasks involve project management, site installations, testing, and closeout documentation, with specifications provided for equipment acquisition and installation procedures. The contractor is responsible for providing project management plans, an Integrated Master Schedule, and ensuring compliance with applicable safety and technical standards. Furthermore, the project spans 18 months, requiring adherence to operational protocols, security requirements, and a warranty for work performed. Deliverables must be electronically submitted, including updates and reports throughout the project's duration. This project reflects the government's initiative to significantly improve communication capabilities for maritime security operations, ensuring efficient management and operational readiness while meeting specified standards and requirements.
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