DECTK Remote Access Kit
ID: FA5270-Q-A042Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA5270 18 CONS PKAPO, AP, 96368-5199, USA

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Electronic Computer Manufacturing (334111)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK: DIGITAL NETWORK PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7G21)
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    Posted Apr 2, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Apr 2, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 9, 2025, 2:00 PM UTC
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The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is conducting a Sources Sought notice to identify potential contractors capable of providing a DECTK Remote Access Kit, part number KLAS-VOY-DEK-R1. This procurement is aimed at gathering market research to assess the availability of qualified suppliers for this electronic computer manufacturing requirement, which is critical for enhancing digital network capabilities. Interested parties should note that this notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation; therefore, no proposals will be accepted at this time. For further inquiries, potential respondents can contact Nina Wickwire at nina.wickwire.2@us.af.mil or Rose Napolitano at rose.napolitano@us.af.mil.

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