Consolidated Standard Inmarsat Broadband Global Area Network (BGAN) and Global Xpress (GX) Services for the Department of Defense (DoD) and Federal Agencies
ID: HC101317A0004Type: Justification
AwardedApr 1, 2023
Award #:GS-35F-0122X
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY (DISA)TELECOMMUNICATIONS DIVISION- HC1013SCOTT AFB, IL, 62225-5406, USA

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK AS A SERVICE (DG10)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c481c283b6754ccc8404d8f9c9e9ef4a/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), is seeking to establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) Bridge for Consolidated Standard Inmarsat Broadband Global Area Network (BGAN) and Global Xpress (GX) Services. This procurement aims to provide essential telecommunications services to the DoD and other federal agencies, ensuring reliable and efficient connectivity for various operations. The services are critical for maintaining communication capabilities in diverse environments, supporting both operational and strategic missions. Interested vendors can reach out to primary contact Jenalle L. Hilmes at jenalle.hilmes@disa.mil or by phone at 618-418-6585, or secondary contact Ashley T. Hubert at ashley.t.hubert.civ@mail.mil or 618-418-6249 for further details.

    Files
    Title
    Posted
    HC101317A0004_JA_BRIDGE_20230330 Redacted.pdf
    The document outlines a limited source justification and approval for a bridge modification to continue Inmarsat Broadband Global Area Network (BGAN) and Global Xpress (GX) services for the Department of Defense and Federal Agencies, as the current Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) expires on March 31, 2023. The extension, lasting three months, is necessary to prevent a loss of critical communications while transitioning existing orders to a newly awarded BPA. COMSAT, the incumbent service provider, is deemed uniquely qualified to maintain continuity without service interruptions.
    Similar Opportunities
    Class J&A for Expiring CSA's
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), is seeking to extend expiring Communication Service Authorizations (CSAs) via a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A). This procurement aims to ensure the continuity of essential long-haul telecommunications services provided by various contractors to military departments and federal agencies, which are critical for both routine operations and national security. The J&A highlights the necessity of maintaining these services uninterrupted while DISA's Defense Information Technology Contracting Organization (DITCO) evaluates options for re-competition or discontinuance, with plans for competitive re-awards where feasible. Interested parties can reach out to Tara D. Whitaker at 618-418-6485 or via email at Tara.D.Whitaker2.civ@mail.mil for further details.
    Amend 0001: RFQ: Start a 200 MB commercial lease Intra-Europe.
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), is soliciting quotes for a 200 MB commercial lease for intra-Europe telecommunications services. This procurement aims to secure reliable telecommunications access, which is critical for operational efficiency within the defense sector. Interested vendors must comply with specific commercial item terms and conditions, and the evaluation will follow a lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) process. For further inquiries, potential offerors can contact Gretchen Figgins at gretchen.l.figgins.civ@mail.mil or Chad DeVries at chad.w.devries.civ@mail.mil, with all submissions required to include the requestor's UEI or CAGE code for verification.
    Amend 0002: RFQ: Start a 200 MB commercial lease Intra-Europe.
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), is soliciting quotes for a 200 MB commercial lease for intra-Europe telecommunications services. This procurement aims to secure reliable telecommunication access, which is critical for supporting military operations and communications across Europe. Interested vendors must comply with specific commercial item terms and conditions and submit their quotes based on monthly recurring charges and non-recurring charges, as detailed in the attached RFQ. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Gretchen Figgins or Chad DeVries via their respective email addresses, and it is important to note that this opportunity is not set aside for small businesses.
    1GB DEDICATED SERVICE FROM VA TO VA
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), is soliciting quotes for a contract to provide, install, and maintain a 1GB dedicated telecommunications service between two specified locations in Virginia. This procurement is a total small business set-aside and requires contractors to comply with all technical aspects outlined in the solicitation, including unique installation factors and a strict service date of April 17, 2026. The selected contractor will play a crucial role in ensuring reliable telecommunications services, which are vital for operational efficiency within the agency. Interested parties should submit their quotes via IDEAS, and for further inquiries, they may contact John Beckman at john.e.beckman.civ@mail.mil or Dale Rupright at dale.l.rupright.civ@mail.mil, with the evaluation based on the lowest price technically acceptable criteria.
    Telecommunication Services
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy, is soliciting proposals for telecommunication services to support the Maritime Prepositioning Ships Squadron Two (MPSRON 2) in Diego Garcia. The procurement encompasses a range of services including broadband internet, maritime connectivity, installation and de-installation of maritime radios, international telephone services, and cellular services, with a contract period spanning a base year from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, and two option years extending through December 31, 2028. These services are critical for maintaining effective communication and operational readiness for maritime operations. Interested parties, particularly Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB), should direct technical inquiries to ENS Robert Matos or Lonnie McCary, and all pricing must be submitted in NET U.S. Dollars, inclusive of taxes and charges, as outlined in the solicitation documents.
    Amend 001 RFQ: Start a 200 MB commercial circuit Intra-Europe.
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), is soliciting quotes for the establishment of a 200 MB commercial circuit for intra-Europe communications. This procurement aims to enhance telecommunications capabilities, requiring compliance with specific commercial item terms and conditions as outlined in the solicitation. The opportunity is critical for ensuring reliable and efficient communication services within the defense sector. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by January 9, 2026, and can direct inquiries to Brett Kaufman or Sarah Tyler via their respective email addresses for further clarification.
    Amend 0003: RFQ: Start a 10.709 GB (OTU-2) Jumbo Frame commercial lease Intra-Europe.
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), is soliciting quotes for a commercial lease of a 10.709 GB Jumbo Frame Intra-Europe network service. This procurement requires vendors to submit quotes for two related solicitations, HC102126QA001 and HC102126QA002, ensuring diverse paths for network survivability, with the contract awarded to the vendor offering the lowest combined life cycle cost and technical acceptability. The opportunity is critical for maintaining robust telecommunications capabilities within the defense sector, and interested vendors must comply with specific terms and conditions outlined in the solicitation. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Gretchen Figgins or Dominique Minn via their provided email addresses, and access to the solicitation documents is restricted to entities registered under the appropriate NAICS code (517111).
    Amend 001 RFQ: Start a 200 MB commercial circuit Intra-Europe.
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), is soliciting quotes for the establishment of a 200 MB commercial circuit for intra-Europe communications. This procurement is aimed at enhancing telecommunications capabilities and requires compliance with specific commercial item terms and conditions as outlined in the solicitation. The opportunity is significant for telecommunications providers, as it involves a request for quotes (RFQ) under the NAICS code 517111, with no small business set-aside applicable. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by January 9, 2026, and can reach out to Brett Kaufman or Sarah Tyler via email for further inquiries.
    PROVIDE, INSTALL, AND MAINTAIN A COMMERCIAL BUSINESS LINE (CBL) SERVICE AT 64 KB AT MS.
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), is seeking proposals for the provision, installation, and maintenance of a Commercial Business Line (CBL) service at 64 KB. This procurement aims to fulfill a controlled access requirement for telecommunications services, specifically under the NAICS code 517111, which pertains to Wired Telecommunications Carriers. The selected contractor will be responsible for delivering monthly recurring and non-recurring charges as outlined in the solicitation, which is available exclusively to entities with a DITCO Basic Agreement. Interested parties must submit their quotes by the specified deadline and can contact Kendal Richter or Kevin Knowles via email for further inquiries.
    Reaward a 3 MB Commercial Circuit Intra-Europe.
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), is seeking quotes for the re-award of a 3 MB Commercial Circuit Intra-Europe service. This procurement is aimed at telecommunications providers who can meet the specified requirements for commercial items, as outlined in the combined synopsis/solicitation notice. The service is crucial for maintaining effective communication and connectivity within the European theater, ensuring operational readiness and support for defense activities. Interested vendors must submit their quotes, which will be evaluated based on the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) criteria, and should direct inquiries to Karie Kapise or Sarah Tyler via their provided email addresses. The solicitation does not have a small business set-aside, and all submissions must comply with the specified terms and conditions.