Mass Notification System
ID: Mass_Notification_System_Robins_AFB_SSType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8501 OPL CONTRACTING AFSC/PZIOROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1672, USA

NAICS

Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290)

PSC

COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY EQUIPMENT AND COMPONENTS (5810)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f19b4b78cd634e91a244e6d5c07b914a/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified vendors for the expansion and maintenance of a Mass Notification System (MNS) at Robins Air Force Base in Georgia. The procurement aims to identify technicians certified by Federal Signal, who can maintain the system operating on customized Communicator software, ensuring uninterrupted service and compliance with existing contracts. This initiative is critical for maintaining operational readiness and safety during emergencies, as the MNS plays a vital role in crisis communication. Interested vendors must submit their qualifications to Bobby Ballow and Adriana Lytle by April 4, 2025, at 12 PM EST, with the contract effective from August 1, 2025, to June 30, 2030.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Adriana Lytle
    adriana.lytle@us.af.mil
    Bobby Ballow
    bobby.ballow@us.af.mil
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    PWS MASS NOTIFICATION SYSTEM SUPPORT REDACTED 7 Mar 2025_Redacted.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) F3Q3AH5045AW01 outlines the requirements for a Mass Notification System (MNS) support contract at Robins Air Force Base. The contractor is responsible for conducting annual inspections, diagnostic testing, and maintenance of the system, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Key tasks include installing system expansions, providing necessary software and hardware upgrades, and documenting all work performed. The contractor must adhere to strict security clearance protocols for accessing government facilities and ensure continuity of essential services during crises through a dedicated plan. The contract is effective from August 1, 2025, to June 30, 2030, covering multiple locations on the base. There are also detailed requirements for health, safety, and quality control protocols, including strict reporting on mishaps and compliance with environmental management standards. This initiative emphasizes accuracy, timely service, and proactive risk management to maintain safety and operational readiness for emergency communications within the base's infrastructure.
    Question and Answer_MNS_1.docx
    The government notice serves to identify qualified vendors capable of maintaining the Federal Signal system at Robins Air Force Base (AFB). Specifically, it targets technicians certified by Federal Signal, as the system operates on customized Communicator software. This software is currently under warranty, contingent upon uninterrupted maintenance coverage. Notably, this notice does not solicit quotes; instead, it seeks to ascertain sources who meet the certification requirements with Federal Signal to effectively manage and update the Communicator Software for the MNS system. The document underscores the importance of maintaining certification to ensure system reliability and compliance with existing contracts.
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    Mass Notification System
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