CANCEL
ID: HC101325QA232Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY (DISA)TELECOMMUNICATIONS DIVISION- HC1013SCOTT AFB, IL, 62225-5406, USA

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111)

PSC

IT and Telecom - Network: Satellite Communications and Telecom Access Services (DG11)
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), has announced the cancellation of solicitation HC101325QA232-0002 for telecommunications services. This procurement was intended to provide, install, and maintain an OC-12 telecommunications circuit between government facilities in Georgia, with a focus on ensuring robust service delivery and compliance with stringent technical specifications. The cancellation notice, effective August 25, 2025, indicates that all other terms and conditions remain unchanged, and interested parties can reach out to Jennifer Voss at jennifer.n.voss.civ@mail.mil for further inquiries. No funding amount or new deadlines are specified due to the cancellation of this opportunity.

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    The document outlines a federal Request for Proposal (RFP) modification, HC101325QA232-0001, which is aimed at contractors to provide, install, and maintain an OC-12 telecommunications circuit between two government facilities in Georgia. The amendment extends the proposal submission deadline to July 5, 2025, and updates the service start date to November 2, 2025. Key requirements include compliance with technical specifications, testing procedures, and detailed installation plans that ensure diverse and physically separate pathways from other services. Contractors must address all instructions from the DITCO Additional Telecommunications Text and Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses. A thorough 72-hour end-to-end testing phase is required prior to government acceptance, along with specific performance metrics relating to availability and error rates. Vendors must coordinate all implementation steps with the DISA implementation team and adhere to firm deadlines to avoid potential penalties or cancellation of the contract. The overall purpose is to ensure robust telecommunications service to support government operations, emphasizing careful compliance with technical parameters and timely execution. This RFP is part of a re-award process, highlighting the need for competitive quoting for cost efficiency and technical suitability.
    The document, an IQO Inquiry from DITCO, formally announces the cancellation of solicitation HC101325QA232-0002, identified as Amend: 0002, effective August 25, 2025. The purpose of this action is explicitly stated as "SOLICITATION CANCELLED." Key amendments include a change in the service date from November 2, 2025, to August 25, 2025, and a minor correction to the TSR Number from SG10FEB259232Z to SG10FEB259232. Contact information for DITCO Contact Jennifer Voss is provided. The document is signed by Angelina Hutson, DITCO Contracting Officer, and reiterates that all other terms and conditions remain unchanged.
    This inquiry solicits quotes for the reaward of a telecommunications service contract to provide, install, and maintain a channelized OC-12 circuit (622.08 MB) between Dobbins Air Reserve Base (ARB) and Robins Air Force Base (AFB) in Georgia, with a service completion deadline of September 11, 2025. Contractors must comply with stringent technical requirements and federal regulations, including DITCO Additional Telecommunications Text (DATT) and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) clauses. Proposals must detail circuit installation methods, including potential subcontractors and any necessary construction work. The contractor is also responsible for ensuring a fully operational service, with a guaranteed availability rate of at least 99.5%, immediate response to outages, and successful completion of specified end-to-end testing protocols. The requirement emphasizes a need for diversity in physical routing paths to minimize risk. All submissions must include technical specifications, with maps and diagrams illustrating proposed paths for network survivability, ensuring compliance with government service delivery standards. The document specifies that only comprehensive proposals that meet all listed criteria will be considered for award, with the lowest total life cycle cost being the primary evaluation basis.
    This document outlines requirements for a 2.5GB Wave Service at Scott AFB, detailing two primary connections: one to DECC St Louis and another to Offutt AFB. It provides estimated fiber miles and Round Trip Delay (RTD) for each. The file lists various DWDM locations, including central offices and vendor gateways in Illinois, Missouri, and Nebraska, along with their CLLI codes. A critical note instructs vendors to specify if they are "on-net" with optical equipment at demark locations or provide precise fiber distances from the nearest Servicing Wire Center/Central Office. Vendors are explicitly prohibited from altering technical parameters without government permission. The document also clarifies that all addresses, except end locations, are fictitious examples.
    The provided government file, likely an excerpt from an RFP or grant document, includes a critical disclaimer regarding its illustrative content. Specifically, it states that "All fiber routes are fictitious and used only as an example." This note indicates that any diagrams or descriptions of fiber optic pathways within the larger document are purely for demonstrative purposes and do not represent actual infrastructure or proposed routes. This is a common practice in government solicitations to provide conceptual understanding without committing to specific, potentially sensitive, or non-existent details. The brevity of the excerpt suggests it serves as a foundational clarification for readers engaging with technical specifications or project proposals related to network infrastructure.
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) regarding Wave Service setup between Scott AFB and various locations, specifically noting the estimated fiber miles and round-trip delays (RTD) for different paths. Critical locations include Scott AFB, DECC St. Louis, and Offutt AFB, with significant details about data transport principles using Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) technology. The vendor responsibilities are emphasized, including the need to specify their on-net status with optical equipment at demarcation points. Additionally, if not on-net, the vendor must provide the distance to the nearest Servicing Wire Center (SWC) or Central Office (CO). The document maintains a strict structure, defined clearly with notations such as "On-net" and vendor classifications. It establishes essential compliance without allowing deviations from set technical parameters. This RFP is crucial for strategizing fiber optic network extensions, ensuring the government’s need for reliable and efficient data transmission is met while upholding operational standards.
    The document discusses hypothetical fiber routes, emphasizing that they are illustrative examples used for planning purposes in the context of government requests for proposals (RFPs) and grants. Although the specific content of the routes is fictitious, the file outlines their importance in resource allocation and network development strategies within federal and state programs. The use of examples serves to demonstrate potential project frameworks applicable to fiber infrastructure, which may support enhanced communication networks, especially in underserved areas. The document suggests a structured approach to evaluating fiber expansion projects, illustrating how such initiatives can align with government objectives in technology advancement and community connectivity. This alignment is crucial for stakeholders including contractors and local agencies seeking to understand the requirements and expectations of upcoming RFPs.
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