ARCNET Licenses
ID: M6786125Q0016Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYMFR COMPTROLLERNEW ORLEANS, LA, 70114-1500, USA

NAICS

Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK: ANALOG VOICE PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7G20)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

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https://sam.gov/opp/2dd9e583ebbf403a8b3546202b1d2c8b/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Marine Forces Reserve, intends to award a sole source contract to Advanced Simulation Technology, Inc. for the procurement of ARCNET Licenses, which include an advanced audio and communications solution known as Voisus. This technology is designed for simulation and training environments, featuring high-fidelity simulated radios, speech recognition, environmental sound generation, and integration with various communication systems to support distributed operations across military networks. The contract is expected to be awarded by March 31, 2025, and while it is primarily a sole-source procurement, interested parties are invited to submit capability statements by March 24, 2025, to explore potential competition. For inquiries, contact Andrew Dugan at andrew.dugan@usmc.mil or Parren Tatum at parren.tatum.civ@usmc.mil.

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    The Regional Contracting Office of Marine Forces Reserve in New Orleans, LA, plans to award a sole source contract to Advanced Simulation Technology, Inc. for an advanced audio and communications solution tailored for simulation and training purposes. The technology, known as Voisus, incorporates high-fidelity simulated radios, speech recognition, environmental sound generation, and integration with various communication systems, allowing extensive support for distributed operations and enhanced training environments across different military networks. This procurement will follow Simplified Acquisition Procedures under "Other than Full and Open Competition," with an expected award date of March 31, 2025. While primarily a sole-source contract, the government invites interested parties to submit their capability statements by March 24, 2025, to determine potential competition. The discretion regarding competitive actions lies solely with the government, and inquiries can be made to designated contract specialists.
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