AVTEC Radio Maintenance
ID: FA875125Q0022Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8751 AFRL RIKOROME, NY, 13441-4514, USA

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Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220)

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RADIO AND TELEVISION COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT, EXCEPT AIRBORNE (5820)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide maintenance for the AVTEC Radio System under solicitation FA875125Q0022. The procurement requires the contractor to supply brand-name Motorola equipment, including two AVREC Scout EX Dispatch Consoles and two GTR 8000 VHF Conventional Standalone Repeaters, on a firm fixed-price basis, with an emphasis on new items only and no acceptance of refurbished goods. This maintenance is critical for ensuring the operational efficiency of the existing radio systems used by the facility, with a contract period running from November 18, 2024, to November 17, 2025, and options for four additional years. Interested offerors must submit their quotes by 3:00 PM ET on November 6, 2024, to Richard Childres at richard.childres@us.af.mil, and must be authorized resellers of Motorola products to be considered for the award.

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    The Department of the Air Force seeks a single-source justification for the maintenance renewal of its Security Forces Radio System, specifically for two AVREC Scout EX Dispatch Consoles and two GTR 8000 VHF Conventional Standalone Repeaters from Motorola. Motorola is uniquely positioned to provide the required hardware and proprietary software needed to support the existing Motorola APX 7000 Radios used by the facility. Incorporating non-Motorola products would pose risks, such as potential warranty voids and increased costs associated with replacing the entire radio system. To ensure compliance with federal acquisition regulations, a solicitation will be announced as a small business set-aside on SAM.gov. Future opportunities for competitive sourcing will be monitored by the end-user to enhance procurement practices. The contracting officer validates that only a single source meets the project requirements based on existing circumstances.
    The document outlines a federal Request for Proposals (RFP) that includes pricing details for extended maintenance services related to "ScoutCare," a technology support program. It lists items needed for maintaining the software and the associated hardware. The proposal spans multiple years, detailing options for one additional year of ScoutCare that encompasses software maintenance, round-the-clock technical support, and web portal access. Each option year also specifies an associated hardware maintenance program, which is contingent upon having ScoutCare in place prior to its initiation. The document highlights various items, their unit prices, and model numbers, indicating a structured approach to the procurement of these services. By requiring preconditions for hardware maintenance (namely, having ScoutCare), the RFP ensures streamlined service continuity and effective support. Given the context of government proposals, the document indicates an organized effort to secure long-term technical and hardware maintenance essential for operational efficiency in federal or local government operations.
    The document outlines essential representations and certifications required from offerors in federal solicitations for commercial products and services, focusing on compliance with federal regulations. It emphasizes that offerors must complete their annual representations electronically in the System for Award Management (SAM), ensuring all information is current as of the offer submission. Key sections include prohibitions against using covered telecommunications equipment and services, as outlined in the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act, and the requirement to disclose any such use in offers. Additionally, it addresses the prohibition of contracts with entities that engage with the Venezuelan Maduro regime unless licensed. Other provisions relate to the representation of business operations and compliance with trade agreements, underscoring the necessity for careful examination of foreign products and compliance with various federal requirements. Through these provisions, the document establishes a framework for maintaining security and ethical standards in government contracting processes.
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