United States Coast Guard (USCG) Aviation Services - Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA)
ID: CSS0131Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2541 SSC COMRCL SVS OFC SSC CMKCHANTILLY, VA, 20151, USA

NAICS

Satellite Telecommunications (517410)

PSC

IT and Telecom - Network: Satellite Communications and Telecom Access Services (DG11)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a694b87a619d45d1a65173d293c89e10/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 20, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 21, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 21, 2025, 7:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the United States Coast Guard (USCG), is seeking industry feedback for a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) focused on aviation services, particularly in satellite telecommunications. The procurement aims to secure commercial satellite services, including Swift Broadband, Classic Aero, and Viasat Aviation Services, to support USCG fleet operations globally, excluding Polar Regions. These services are critical for maintaining robust voice and data connectivity essential for USCG missions and operational effectiveness in aviation activities. Interested vendors must submit their responses, including capability statements and answers to specific vendor capability questions, by April 21, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST, to the designated contacts, Anar Wagner and Orlando Holloway, via email.

Point(s) of Contact
Orlando Holloway
orlando.holloway.3@spaceforce.mil
Anar Wagner
anar.wagner@spaceforce.mil
Files
Title
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CSS0131_DraftPWS USCG Inmarsat Services.pdf
Mar 21, 2025, 8:08 PM UTC
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) Aviation Services Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) details a contract for telecommunications services that support USCG aviation operations globally, excluding Polar Regions. The document outlines the necessary services for voice and data connectivity, emphasizing interoperability and secure access to USCG networks. Key tasks include providing Subscriber Identification Module (SIM) cards, ensuring network design specifications, and delivering near-real-time usage reporting through an online management tool. The contract stipulates required performance standards for availability, fault management, EMI/RFI identification, and customer service support. Deliverables include comprehensive reports on service activation, usage statistics, and incident resolutions. The contractor must ensure effective transition from existing services and maintain strict adherence to Information Assurance requirements. This BPA illustrates the USCG's commitment to maintaining robust communication capabilities essential for its various missions and operational effectiveness in aviation activities. The structured approach is designed to enhance telecommunications support while mitigating risks associated with service interruptions and ensuring user-friendly management tools.
CSS0131_Tech Spec USCG Inmarsat Services.xlsx
Mar 21, 2025, 8:08 PM UTC
The document provides a comprehensive overview of various terminal information related to broadband communication systems, specifically for deployed aircraft, as part of government RFPs and related initiatives. It details seven terminals, showcasing their identifiers, types, locations, satellite support, and operational capabilities. Key specifications include terminal frequency bands (e.g., BGAN and Ku-Band), maximum data rates, antenna attributes (such as polarization and diameter), and modulation properties. Notably, all terminals support auto-tracking features and possess specific uplink and downlink frequency ranges, crucial for consistent communication capabilities. The document highlights the integration of different modem manufacturers and models, emphasizing their operational efficiency and software updates. This structured presentation of terminal details serves to aid government decision-making and project proposals related to aviation and communication technologies, reflecting a commitment to enhancing military and civil aviation operations through advanced connectivity solutions.
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