Tactical Radios
ID: FA3010_Radios_DishongType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA3010 81 CONS CCKEESLER AFB, MS, 39534-2701, USA

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220)

PSC

RADIO AND TELEVISION COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT, EXCEPT AIRBORNE (5820)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/5cb0eec5cd474d6dab30b5aa9882bdac/view
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    Description

    Sources Sought DEPT OF DEFENSE is seeking potential sources for the procurement of Tactical Radios for Keesler AFB, MS. Tactical Radios are essential communication devices used for military operations. Interested parties must provide product literature and a written statement confirming their ability to meet the government's specifications. Responses must be submitted by 1:30 PM CST on Monday, 29 July 2024, to zachery.dishong@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    SrA Zachery Dishong
    (228) 377-0488
    zachery.dishong@us.af.mil
    Kimberley L. Alvarez
    (228) 377-1837
    kimberley.alvarez.1@us.af.mil
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