Satellite Technology
ID: D-24-ST-0139Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFDRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK: SATELLITE AND RF COMMUNICATIONS PRODUCTS (HW, PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7G22)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/30cb3ad88eec48ebb6c576c0dd928191/view
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    Description

    The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is considering awarding a sole-source contract to Horizon Technologies for satellite-based technology. The agency seeks capability statements from vendors who can meet its requirements in this area.

    The DEA's focus is on acquiring satellite technology solutions and it intends to issue a firm-fixed price purchase order. Vendors interested in this opportunity must submit their capability statements by the closing date of August 8, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. EST. to Kenny.J.Douangmala@dea.gov.

    The agency emphasizes that this is not a request for competitive quotations, and it reserves the discretion to determine whether to proceed with a competitive acquisition. No RFQ is available currently.

    Per the provided NAICS code, this opportunity is categorized under Satellite Telecommunications, with a business size standard of 1,250 employees. For reference, the associated NAICS industry is Radio and Television Broadcasting, and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing.

    The primary point of contact for any clarifications or questions is Kenny J. Douangmala at the email address mentioned above.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kenny J. Douangmala
    kenny.j.douangmala@dea.gov
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