Sole Source J & A
ID: FA466425Q0013Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4664 452 MSG PKMARCH ARB, CA, 92518-1716, USA

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111)

PSC

IT and Telecom - Network: Satellite Communications and Telecom Access Services (DG11)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking to procure managed Local Telecommunication Services (LTS) and Long-Distance (LD) services to replace existing low-speed time-division multiplexed (LSTDM) circuits with session initiation protocol (SIP) circuits at March Air Reserve Base (MARB) in California. The objective is to ensure a seamless migration of all connectivity requirements and features to the new SIP path without any loss of capabilities, maintaining 24/7/365 operational support. This procurement is critical for enhancing the telecommunications infrastructure while optimizing budgetary spending, as AT&T Enterprises, LLC has been identified as the sole provider due to its legacy ownership of the existing infrastructure, which simplifies the transition to a more efficient fiber-optic system. The total contract value is approximately $479,345.10, covering multiple periods from 2025 to 2030, and interested parties can reach out to Joshua Davidson at Joshua.Davidson.16@us.af.mil or Marissa E Lopez at marissa.lopez.5@us.af.mil for further inquiries.

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    The document outlines the sole source justification for a service contract awarded to AT&T Enterprises, LLC for local access services at March Air Reserve Base (MARB). The contract, totaling approximately $479,345.10 over multiple periods from 2025 to 2030, aims to provide necessary infrastructure for local exchange services. AT&T was deemed the sole provider due to its legacy ownership of the existing copper infrastructure used for telephone services, complicating efforts to upgrade to more modern, cost-effective systems. Market research indicated a lack of small business providers capable of offering comparable services without incurring significant additional costs. The decision to work with AT&T allows for reduced installation costs as AT&T will waive fees for transitioning to a more efficient fiber-optic system, ultimately providing financial savings for the government while ensuring service continuity. The justification demonstrates compliance with federal regulations and outlines a fair cost assessment, establishing that alternatives would involve excessive expenses. This procurement effort reflects the Air Force's strategy to enhance telecommunications infrastructure while optimizing budgetary spending.
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