WPAFB Commercial Internet and Cable Television (CATV) Services
ID: A040616Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8601 AFLCMC PZIOWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-5344, USA

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: COMMUNICATIONS (R426)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/664d899f8e9c4c82988d1eed910dc63e/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), is seeking capabilities from small businesses to provide commercial internet and cable television (CATV) services at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB), Ohio. The procurement aims to establish a Firm-Fixed Price contract for a base year with four one-year options, focusing on delivering reliable broadband and CATV services to support base personnel across various locations and facilities. The Performance Work Statement outlines specific service requirements, including internet speed tiers, maintenance protocols, and CATV programming, while emphasizing the need for high service reliability and adherence to security protocols. Interested firms must submit their capabilities packages by September 19, 2024, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time, to the primary contacts Jennifer Blackford and Shannon Scott via the provided email addresses.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jennifer Blackford
    jennifer.blackford@us.af.mil
    Shannon Scott
    (937) 656-9547
    shannon.scott.4@us.af.mil
    Files
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    PWS - WPAFB Internet and CATV Services 06Aug24 - DRAFT.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for providing commercial internet and cable television (CATV) services at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (WPAFB), Ohio. The contract is a non-personnel services agreement intended to support both broadband and CATV needs for base personnel with service responsibilities extending to various locations and facilities. The contract includes specifics on service tiers for internet, including speeds and maintenance protocols, as well as requirements for CATV programming that encompasses public and educational access channels. The contractor is expected to maintain high service reliability, respond promptly to user requests, and execute installations and repairs within designated timeframes. Key personnel must maintain professional standards, while adherence to security and safety protocols, such as background checks and emergency response plans, is mandated. The contractor is also obliged to provide regular reports on service status and financial expenditures, ensuring accountability and oversight. Overall, this PWS reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring reliable communication services while allowing flexibility for technological advancements during the contract’s duration.
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