Telecommunications Devices
ID: M6845025QJ001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYCOMMANDING GENERAL (M68450)CAMP PENDLETON, CA, 92055-5300, USA

NAICS

Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (517112)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - MOBILE DEVICE PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7E21)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Commanding General of the Department of the Navy, is soliciting quotes for telecommunications devices, including unlocked smartphones, Wi-Fi pucks, integrated services routers, and international prepaid SIM cards. This procurement is a total small business set-aside, aimed at acquiring commercial products that meet specific operational requirements, such as dual-SIM capability for smartphones and international compatibility for Wi-Fi devices. The equipment is essential for supporting communication needs within military operations, ensuring reliable connectivity across various locations. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by January 27, 2025, to Sgt. Dario Gonzalez at dario.gonzalez@usmc.mil, with evaluations based on price, past performance, and technical acceptability.

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    This document is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for various telecom supplies, specifically targeting small businesses. The RFQ outlines requirements for an unlocked smart phone, Wifi puck, integrated services router, and various prepaid SIM cards. Responses to the RFQ must be submitted by January 24, 2025, to Sgt. Dario Gonzalez. The evaluation criteria for quotes will focus on price, past performance, and technical acceptability, ensuring compliance with specified salient characteristics. Key requirements include a smart phone with at least 256GB of storage and dual-SIM capability, a Wifi puck with international compatibility and a removable battery, and a router meeting specific operational standards. Additionally, the RFQ details requirements for prepaid SIM cards providing international coverage and data allowances for specified countries. The RFQ emphasizes adherence to federal acquisition regulations and clauses applicable to commercial products and services. Overall, the purpose of this RFQ is to procure telecom equipment that meets the operational needs of the U.S. government while fostering participation from small business vendors.
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