Unify Telecommunications System Preventative Maintenance
ID: FA466125Q0109Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4661 7 CONS CDDYESS AFB, TX, 79607-1581, USA

NAICS

Computer Facilities Management Services (541513)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR) (DG01)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/07def12724cf42069fad1ecee88988fb/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the 7th Contracting Squadron at Dyess Air Force Base in Texas, is seeking potential vendors for preventative maintenance services for the Unify Telecommunications System. The procurement aims to ensure reliable operation of telecommunications equipment, including crisis management and dispatch consoles, by requiring qualified personnel to perform regular inspections, repairs, and adherence to manufacturer standards. This maintenance is critical for maintaining operational readiness and safety at Dyess AFB. Interested firms must submit a Statement of Capability by June 3, 2025, to A1C Illya Shkrebtiy at illya.shkrebtiy.1@us.af.mil, as this notice serves as a market research tool and does not constitute a formal solicitation.

    Point(s) of Contact
    A1C Illya Shkrebtiy
    (325) 696-2308
    illya.shkrebtiy.1@us.af.mil
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    Perfomance Work Statement.docx
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a contract to provide preventative maintenance for the Unify Telecommunications System at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. The contract specifies that the contractor will deliver all necessary personnel, tools, and maintenance services for telecommunications equipment, focusing on system reliability and safety. Maintenance includes regular inspections, repair services (routine and emergency), and adherence to manufacturer standards. The contractor must establish a Maintenance Control Program and maintain logs of outages and repairs. A single point of contact will facilitate communications regarding any operational issues. The document emphasizes strict security requirements, including background checks and vehicle passes for contractor personnel, ensuring compliance with installation safety protocols. Defined procedures for categorizing failures (major and minor) are included, detailing response timelines for repairs. The contractual period spans a base year with four optional extensions, highlighting the ongoing commitment to the telecommunications maintenance necessary for mission success at Dyess AFB. This PWS thus serves as a crucial framework for maintaining operational readiness through reliable telecommunications support.
    Sources Sought Unify.pdf
    The U.S. Air Force's 7th Contracting Squadron is conducting a sources sought notice to identify potential vendors capable of providing preventive maintenance services for the Unify Telecommunications System at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. This notice serves as a request for information only and does not constitute a formal solicitation or require a proposal submission. The maintenance work includes servicing crisis management and dispatch consoles, as well as other related telecommunications hardware and software. The government seeks responses from firms that can demonstrate their capability to fulfill these requirements. Interested companies should provide a Statement of Capability (SOC) by June 3, 2025, along with essential company information. The government reserves the right to consider responses in determining the competition approach for any future solicitation. This notice aims to assist in market research and planning without any commitment to a contract. All potential offerors are encouraged to monitor the relevant platforms for updates regarding future solicitations.
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