Intent to Sole Source ATIS and 3GPP Annual Membership
ID: AA-NTI-SE-O-25-00211Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ADMINISTRATIONDEPT OF COMMERCE NTIA/FIRST NETRESTON, VA, 20192, USA

NAICS

Professional Organizations (813920)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- TUITION/REGISTRATION/MEMBERSHIP FEES (U005)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d7d3193e305240db8590cbe8250de26d/view
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    Description

    The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) through the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet), intends to award a sole source contract for annual memberships in the Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions (ATIS) and the Third Generation Partnership Project (3GPP). This procurement is essential for FirstNet to engage in the development of standards for LTE and 5G technologies, which are critical for enhancing public safety communications. The memberships will facilitate FirstNet's mission to integrate vital public safety features within the National Public Safety Broadband Network (NPSBN) while keeping pace with advancements in telecommunications. Interested parties must submit capability statements to Alicia Brister at Alicia.Brister@FirstNet.gov by the specified deadline, as no competitive quotes will be sought for this opportunity.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Alicia Brister
    (202) 580-5097
    Alicia.Brister@FirstNet.gov
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    Intent to Sole Source_R.pdf
    The First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) intends to award a sole source purchase order to the Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions, Inc. for annual memberships in the Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions (ATIS) and the Third Generation Partnership Project (3GPP). This action is justified under 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) as only one responsible source can fulfill agency needs, necessary for compliance with the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act of 2012. Membership in these organizations is essential for FirstNet to participate in developing standards for LTE and 5G technologies, crucial for public safety communications. The document specifies that no competitive quotes will be sought, and interested parties must submit capability statements by a set deadline. The membership supports FirstNet's mission to ensure that essential public safety features are integrated within the National Public Safety Broadband Network (NPSBN) while accommodating technological advancements in telecommunications systems. This contract highlights the collaboration between FirstNet and key standards bodies to enhance operational capabilities for first responders, underscoring the strategic importance of adherence to established standards within the public safety sector.
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