Sources Sought - GoSilent Cube with catalyst router
ID: FA487725QA201Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4877 355 CONS PKDAVIS MONTHAN AFB, AZ, 85707-3522, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/8e64393dced74090b5887ee47d6efabd/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking sources for the procurement of a GoSilent Cube with a catalyst router, as part of a Sources Sought notice. The requirements include a compact GoSilent Cube that meets specific power and connectivity standards, including NIAP certification, a one-year warranty, and five years of maintenance options, alongside a CISCO IR 1835 Router with defined electrical specifications and diverse connectivity features. This procurement is crucial for enhancing reliable and portable communication systems for military operations, ensuring the armed forces have access to dependable equipment. Interested vendors can reach out to Adam Lynn at adam.lynn@us.af.mil or Kody McPherson at kody.mcpherson.1@us.af.mil for further details.

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    Attachment 3 - Salient-Characteristics-Mobile Trailor.pdf.pdf
    The document outlines the salient characteristics and specifications for mobile trailers intended for use by the 48th Rescue Squadron. It details performance requirements for two specific products, the GoSilent CUBE and the CISCO IR 1835 Router. The GoSilent CUBE must have compact dimensions, a specific power requirement, and be NIAP certified, with a one-year warranty and five years of maintenance options. Its connectivity features include a 90Mbps rate and CNSA Crypto capabilities. Meanwhile, the CISCO IR 1835 Router should meet defined electrical specifications, including weight, size, ports, memory capacity, and offer diverse connectivity features. The requirements emphasize the importance of reliable, portable communication systems for military operations. This document serves as part of a federal RFP aimed at obtaining compliant products that enhance operational capabilities while adhering to established standards. It reflects the government’s focus on ensuring quality and dependability in equipment used by armed forces.
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