Notice of Intent to Sole Source: DWDM Training
ID: FA461024Q_DWDM_TrainingType: Special Notice
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4610 30 CONS PKVANDENBERG SFB, CA, 93437-5212, USA

NAICS

Computer Training (611420)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- OTHER (U099)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ced9c7d3a9d14c9292f128422859fc41/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense intends to award a sole-source contract to Ciena Government Solutions for specialized training in DWDM (Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing) to support the Network Operations Center Engineer & Tech team at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California. The training is crucial to enhance the team's skills and mission readiness.

    The scope of work involves delivering DWDM training to meet the specific requirements of the 30th Contracting Squadron. The training must adhere to the outlined Salient Characteristics, ensuring the team gains expertise in DWDM technology and its applications.

    This opportunity is open to all responsible parties, however, the government maintains discretion in its decision-making. Lt Conner Sanchez and TSgt Mitchel Rinehart are the key contacts for this project and can provide further details. Parties interested in submitting a proposal must do so by referencing Notice ID FA461024Q_DWDM_Training on or before August 1, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. PDT.

    The government will carefully consider all submissions, but it's important to note that response does not guarantee any contract award, and the government reserves the right to justify the sole-source procurement action.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Lt Conner Sanchez
    conner.sanchez.1@spaceforce.mil
    TSgt Mitchel Rinehart
    mitchel.rinehart@spaceforce.mil
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