Local Exchange Services for Fort Sill, OK.
ID: W91RUS25Q0005Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APG CONT CT SW SECTORFORT HUACHUCA, AZ, 85613-5000, USA

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Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111)

PSC

IT and Telecom - Network: Satellite Communications and Telecom Access Services (DG11)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army, is seeking qualified local exchange carriers to provide voice and data circuit services for Fort Sill, Oklahoma, under solicitation number W91RUS25Q0005. The procurement aims to establish local exchange access and transport services, ensuring essential communication capabilities such as emergency E911 access and subscriber lines, while adhering to federal regulations and safety protocols. The selected contractor will be responsible for installation, maintenance, and timely response to service outages, with a focus on delivering mission-critical communication infrastructure. Interested parties must submit their quotations, including proof of certification as a facilities-based carrier in Oklahoma, by the specified deadline to the primary contact, Scot Stedman, at scot.c.stedman.civ@army.mil or by phone at 571-588-1762.

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    The provided document is a quotation concerning various telecommunications services and related studies for Fort Sill, Oklahoma, as part of a federal Request for Proposal (RFP). It outlines both non-recurring and monthly recurring charges, detailing different service line items (SLINs) such as customer service records, traffic analysis reports, direct-in-dial directory numbers, and commercial subscriber lines. Most line items show a set quantity but indicate zero costs or reserved amounts without specified unit prices. The document reflects a structured approach to procurement, emphasizing analysis and planning for bandwidth requirements, including higher bandwidth transport circuits and studies. The lack of attributed costs suggests potential assessments or studies are still in preliminary stages and may require further development before final pricing can be established. Overall, this quotation illustrates the federal government's procedure for sourcing essential communication services while highlighting areas like analysis and infrastructure needs as part of the broader RFP process.
    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the provisions for a contractor to supply local exchange access and transport services for government communications. This entails delivering all necessary facilities, maintenance, and equipment to establish services at designated sites outlined in Appendix 10. Services provided will be limited exclusively to official government purposes, prohibiting any unrelated usage. Key responsibilities include installation and cutover timeliness, ensuring essential local services such as emergency E911 access, subscriber lines, and transport services like ISDN and digital circuit options. The contractor is required to maintain documentation of communication service records, handle outages with designated response times based on severity, and provide operator assistance. Compliance with federal regulations, safety protocols, and ability to adapt to changing technological needs are emphasized. The document reinforces the government's commitment to establishing robust communications infrastructure while prioritizing safety and operational compliance throughout the service tenure. Appendix 10 specifies the installed services, confirming alignment with mission-critical communication needs.
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