RFI: 111.8GB (OTU4) between Naples, Italy and Stuttgart, Germany
ID: RFI-52133Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY (DISA)DISA/DITCO EUROPEAPO, AE, 09136, USA

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/edada5779a7c41aab3b192ea1992c7b2/view
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    Description

    The Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) is seeking information regarding a commercial lease for 111.8GB (OTU4) connectivity between Naples, Italy, and Stuttgart, Germany. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather insights from commercial vendors about their capabilities to provide the required connectivity, with a focus on pathway avoidance in politically sensitive areas and compliance with relevant regulations. The initiative is crucial for ensuring secure and efficient communication infrastructure for military operations outside the contiguous United States. Interested vendors must submit their responses by December 18, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Brett Kaufman or Janeze Hacker via their respective email addresses.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Brett Kaufman
    brett.m.kaufman.civ@mail.mil
    Janeze Hacker
    janeze.a.hacker.civ@mail.mil
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    The Defense Information Technology Contracting Organization (DITCO-Europe) is soliciting information through a Request for Information (RFI) regarding a commercial lease for OTU4 (111.8GB) connectivity between two specified military locations in Italy and Germany. This RFI seeks details from commercial vendors about their capacity to fulfill this request, specifically focusing on pathway avoidance in politically sensitive areas and compliance with equipment regulations outlined in the National Defense Authorization Acts of 2018 and 2019. Vendors are asked to provide lead times for implementation and pricing for solutions involving OTU-4 and alternative 100GbE if needed. Submissions must adhere to specific guidelines regarding format and content and should be emailed by December 18, 2024. The RFI emphasizes that it does not constitute a commitment to issue a solicitation or award a contract and that all submitted information becomes government property. The DITCO aims to gather insights on potential capabilities, facilitating further planning for future needs without incurring costs related to submission. This initiative reflects the government’s approach to ensuring secure and efficient communication infrastructure while navigating regulatory constraints.
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