NSWG2 - NAVSUP Wireless Spiral 4 Exception to Fair Opportunity
ID: H92240-25-Q-0002Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEUS SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND (USSOCOM)NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE COMMANDSAN DIEGO, CA, 92155-5583, USA

NAICS

Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (517112)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK AS A SERVICE (DG10)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5a25f481225f4fc3b63c9abc0a9e8100/view
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    Description

    The Naval Special Warfare Command, part of the Department of Defense, plans to award a Task Order under the NAVSUP DoD Wireless Services (Spiral 4) Multiple Award Contract to T-Mobile for continued wireless services. This procurement aims to secure approximately 240 service lines, including cellular, data, Wi-Fi, and international roaming, as the current task order is set to expire on November 6, 2024. The uninterrupted provision of these services is critical for operational effectiveness in remote locations, ensuring stable communications for deployed forces and preventing potential disruptions that could endanger personnel. Interested parties can reach out to Stephanie Simpson at stephanie.simpson@socom.mil for further details regarding this sole-source award, which is justified by the significant costs and logistical challenges of transitioning to another provider.

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    Stephanie Simpson
    stephanie.simpson@socom.mil
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    Spiral-4_Exception to FO_NSWG2_Redacted.pdf
    The government document outlines a request for continued wireless services for deployed forces within NSWG2, encompassing approximately 240 service lines that include cellular, data, Wi-Fi, and international roaming. The need for a follow-on order arises as the current task order expires on November 6, 2024. A sole-source award is justified due to the substantial costs and logistical burden associated with transitioning to another provider, particularly after a recent transition from Verizon to T-Mobile under a competitive bid. The stability of communications is vital for operational effectiveness in remote locations, preventing potential disruptions that could endanger personnel. Market research confirms that the requirements can be met by commercial services, ensuring the prices established are fair and reasonable. The procurement process follows established guidelines under the MAC framework, aiming to deliver the best value to government needs without unnecessary duplication of efforts or expenses. Overall, the document emphasizes the critical necessity of uninterrupted services for military operations and outlines the rationale for expediting the awarding of contracts without re-competition.
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