800MHz Annual Operating and Infrastructure Contribution
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7NM USPFO ACTIVITY NVANG 152RENO, NV, 89501-4494, USA

NAICS

Radio Broadcasting Stations (516110)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: COMMUNICATIONS (R426)

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https://sam.gov/opp/c2e69b83f04f47478971ef715cfb091b/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Nevada Air National Guard (NVANG), intends to award a non-competitive contract for the 800MHz Annual Operating and Infrastructure Contribution to Washoe County. This procurement aims to cover the annual operating costs and infrastructure contributions necessary for utilizing the 800MHz radio service, which is vital for public safety communications in Nevada. The service supports various emergency response agencies and is governed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), with a sole source agreement established since 2013 to ensure fair pricing through inter-agency collaboration. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by September 20, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. PDT, to Keith Trimble at keith.trimble.1@us.af.mil, referencing solicitation number W50S8C24QA026.

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    JA Under SAT - SAP 800MHz Signed_Redacted.pdf
    The document outlines the Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) regarding sole source procurement for specific supplies or services. It emphasizes that the contracting officer must justify why only one source is available to meet the government's requirements, and vague statements like "only known source" are insufficient. The document details the rationale for a sole source agreement with Washoe County for the FY24 800MHz Annual Operating and Infrastructure Contribution, which supports public safety radio systems in Nevada, governed by the FCC. The Nevada Shared Radio System (NSRS) has established partnerships among various agencies, creating a necessary sole source environment since 2013. This agreement ensures fair and reasonable pricing through cost-sharing among agencies. The document also notes the absence of barriers to competition due to ongoing agreements but implies a need for careful management to maximize future competition opportunities. Overall, the document reflects compliance with federal procurement regulations while highlighting inter-agency collaboration.
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