Commercial Internet
ID: TEMP-10052533Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA9302 AFTC PZZEDWARDS AFB, CA, 93524-1185, USA

NAICS

Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (517112)

PSC

IT and Telecom - Network: Satellite Communications and Telecom Access Services (DG11)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/98b535c943d543b6ae61a97ed3c910c7/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Test Center (AFTC) at Edwards Air Force Base, intends to award a sole-source Firm-Fixed Price contract to Charter Communications Operating LLC (Spectrum) for commercial internet services. This procurement, governed by FAR Part 12 and FAR 13, requires interested contractors to submit a comprehensive technical package that demonstrates their ability to meet the Government's requirements, including compliance with the Offeror Representations and Certifications as outlined in FAR 52.212-3. The contract is crucial for ensuring reliable internet connectivity at the ET CTF Complex, with responses due by 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time on August 4, 2025. Interested parties should direct their submissions to the Directorate of Contracting at AFTC, with preferred communication via email to Jenna Jacobson and Carmen Barahona.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Carmen Barahona
    carmen.barahona@us.af.mil
    Jenna Jacobson
    jenna.jacobson@us.af.mil
    Files
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    Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source.pdf
    The Air Force Test Center (AFTC) at Edwards AFB plans to solicit a sole-source Firm-Fixed Price contract with Charter Communications Operating LLC (Spectrum) for commercial internet service under FAR Part 12 and FAR 13 regulations. The NAICS Code for this procurement is 517112, with a Small Business Administration size standard of 1,500 employees. Interested contractors are required to submit a comprehensive technical package demonstrating their qualifications and compliance with Government requirements, including size status and the completion of Offeror Representations and Certifications as stated in FAR 52.212-3. Responses must be submitted by 10:00 AM PST on August 4, 2025, to the Directorate of Contracting at AFTC. While this is not a request for competitive proposals, the Government will review all responses received within one day of the notice. The decision on proceeding with the acquisition remains at the Government's discretion, and the information gathered will primarily inform potential competitive procurement approaches.
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