Network Equipment Sources Sought
ID: Network_Equipment_Sources_SoughtType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8501 OPL CONTRACTING AFSC/PZIOROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1672, USA

NAICS

Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing (334210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - DATA CENTER PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7C20)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1232482ed0d249228e057f29a113f8bf/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is conducting a market survey to identify potential sources for Cisco and Aruba network equipment for Robins Air Force Base in Georgia. Interested vendors must be Cisco Gold Certified partners and are required to provide on-site support for 120 days post-delivery at no additional cost to the government. This procurement is crucial for enhancing the communication and network infrastructure at the base, ensuring compliance with federal contracting regulations and the Trade Agreements Act (TAA). Interested parties should respond by contacting Capt Christopher Spina at christopher.spina@us.af.mil or Stephanie Akles at stephanie.akles.1@us.af.mil, utilizing the attached Contractor Capability Survey for uniformity in responses.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Capt Christopher Spina
    (478) 222-3281
    christopher.spina@us.af.mil
    Stephanie Akles
    468-1384
    stephanie.akles.1@us.af.mil
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    Attachment_1 Prices.xlsx
    The document outlines a proposed solution and cost estimate for various technological and infrastructure needs for a federal project, primarily focused on communication and networking equipment. It includes specifications for hardware components from manufacturers such as Cisco and Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), detailing quantities, unit costs, and extended costs for each item. The items listed range from training credits and console cables to complex networking devices, fiber optic cabling, and VoIP solutions. Notes for engineers provide guidance on bulk orders, compatibility requirements, and specific configurations necessary for deployment. The overall aim is to support the project at Robins Air Force Base in Georgia, ensuring adequate technical resources for communication and network infrastructure while following government procurement protocols. This document serves as a response to a Request for Proposal (RFP) indicative of the government's investment in advancing its technological capabilities for operational effectiveness.
    Contractor Capability Survey.docx
    The document outlines a Contractor Capability Survey for a Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) concerning Cisco/Aruba commercial network equipment for Robins Air Force Base, GA. It requires respondents to provide key business information, including their company name, relevant certifications, contact details, and ownership status. The survey also probes the capabilities of the contractor's facilities, past experiences with similar projects, and the date of Cisco Gold Provider certification, emphasizing the importance of maintaining this status throughout the contract duration. Additionally, the document seeks an overview of the contractor's service capabilities, particularly regarding on-site post-delivery support, along with feedback on how the government could refine the requirements to better suit potential bidders. The survey emphasizes a structured approach to gathering essential contractor information to assess suitability for future contracts, ensuring compliance with federal contracting regulations while fostering competition among prospective small business participants.
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