EPICS II
ID: 693KA8-24-Presolicitation-EPICSIIType: Presolicitation
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TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION693KA8 SYSTEM OPERATIONS CONTRACTSWASHINGTON, DC, 20591, USA

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Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)

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https://sam.gov/opp/4b8821bf438140efb45f5277ba9ac928/view
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    The Department of Transportation, specifically the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), is preparing to solicit contractor support services under the Enterprise Programs, Infrastructure, and Communications Services (EPICS) II initiative. This procurement aims to provide a comprehensive range of support for the FAA’s Communications, Information, Network Programs (CINP), Data Communications (DataComm) program, and the Telecommunications Integrated Services Organization (TISO), covering areas such as system engineering, program management, and administrative support. The EPICS II requirement is crucial for enhancing the FAA's operational capabilities and ensuring effective management of its communication and information systems. Interested parties should monitor SAM.gov for updates regarding the Draft Screening Information Request (DSIR) and other timeline changes, with the primary contact for inquiries being Elizabeth H. Williams at elizabeth.h.williams@faa.gov.

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    Elizabeth H. Williams
    elizabeth.h.williams@faa.gov
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