FY25 Router Refresh
ID: HQ0516-FY-25-0003Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE MEDIA ACTIVITY (DMA)HQ DEFENSE MEDIA ACTIVITYFORT MEADE, MD, 20755, USA

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1970111bdb11478fa30f7cba23e550e5/view
Timeline
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    Posted Jan 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 27, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 30, 2025, 7:00 PM UTC
Description

The Defense Media Activity (DMA) is seeking authorized vendors to upgrade its existing HD video router to a UHD-capable, non-blocking system as part of the FY25 Router Refresh initiative. The primary objective is to replace the current Utah 400XL router while ensuring compatibility with existing Ross Ultrix edge routers, requiring a solution that supports a minimum of 750 SDI input/output connections and can be integrated within specific space constraints. This upgrade is crucial for maintaining modern and efficient media communication systems within the defense sector. Interested parties must submit their capabilities statements by January 30, 2025, to Megan Gerety at megan.k.gerety.civ@mail.mil, as this announcement serves as a Sources Sought notice and does not constitute a Request for Proposal.

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FY25 Router Refresh Sources Sought.pdf
Jan 27, 2025, 5:04 PM UTC
The Defense Media Activity (DMA) is issuing a Sources Sought Announcement to identify potential vendors for upgrading its existing HD video router to a UHD-capable, non-blocking system. The upgrade aims to replace the current Utah 400XL router while ensuring compatibility with existing Ross Ultrix edge routers. Interested suppliers must demonstrate their technical capabilities in providing a UHD router that supports at least 750 SDI input/output connections and can operate within specific space and integration requirements. The notice emphasizes that this is not a Request for Proposal (RFP), and responses are voluntary, with no commitment from the government to award a contract. The announcement invites participation from all business sizes, particularly small businesses, and requests information on potential partnerships to meet technical requirements. Responses are to be submitted by January 30, 2025. This effort aligns with DMA's mission to stay technologically advanced in video routing systems, showcasing a proactive approach in seeking vendor collaborations to enhance operational efficiency.
Questions and Answers HQ0516-FY-25-0003 Sources Sought for Router Refresh.docx
Jan 27, 2025, 5:04 PM UTC
The Defense Media Activity has issued a "Sources Sought" notice for a Router Refresh project in Fiscal Year 2025. This document outlines the agency's intent to gather information from vendors regarding their capabilities in providing router technology solutions. The purpose is to identify potential sources for upcoming procurement needs, ensuring that the agency can enhance its communication infrastructure effectively. The notice includes a structured list of reference questions, indicating the specific information the government is seeking from interested parties to facilitate the planning and implementation of the router refresh initiative. By engaging with industry suppliers, the Defense Media Activity aims to assess available technologies and innovations that can support its operational requirements. This outreach is part of a broader strategy to maintain modern and efficient systems for media and communication within the defense sector.
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