Intent to Sole Source Joint Range Extension (JRE) Help Desk Support
Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA5270 18 CONS PKAPO, AP, 96368-5199, USA

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Other Computer Related Services (541519)

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https://sam.gov/opp/bfec187739f34ebf983fbeff9ee6ef59/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, intends to sole source a contract for Joint Range Extension (JRE) Help Desk Support at Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, Japan. This procurement aims to secure specialized support services that are critical for the operational effectiveness of JRE systems, which enhance communication and coordination in joint military operations. The primary contacts for this opportunity are Bjoern Kirkemo and Tevin Brown, who can be reached via email at bjoern.kirkemo@us.af.mil and tevin.brown@us.af.mil, respectively, or by phone at 315-632-0523 and 315-634-4343. Further details regarding the funding amount and specific deadlines have not been provided in the available information.

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