EPICS II
ID: 693KA8-24-Presolicitation-EPICSIIType: Presolicitation
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Buyer

TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION693KA8 SYSTEM OPERATIONS CONTRACTSWASHINGTON, DC, 20591, USA

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)

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https://sam.gov/opp/27a13dc84afc401fba51b3dd3aa56c57/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 newly established Telecommunications Integrated Services Organization (TISO). The services required include system engineering, program management support, in-service management, business and financial management, information systems development, studies and evaluations, and administrative support, all of which are critical for the effective operation of FAA programs. Interested parties should note that the Draft Screening Information Request (SIR) QA responses are expected to be released by November 15, 2024, and can be found on SAM.gov. For further inquiries, contact Elizabeth H. Williams at elizabeth.h.williams@faa.gov.

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