RAWS Fiber Upgrade
ID: FA500425Q0020Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA5004 354 CONS PKEIELSON AFB, AK, 99702-2200, USA

NAICS

Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing (335931)

PSC

CABLE, CORD, AND WIRE ASSEMBLIES: COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT (5995)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/78b6aad4a5cf4ff58d113b0a883deaeb/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 28, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 28, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 7, 2025, 8:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is soliciting proposals for a fiber upgrade project at Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska. This procurement aims to enhance communication capabilities for pilots by installing specific TC Communication parts, including JumboSwitch units and other essential components for fiber connectivity and transmission. The project is part of the Air Force's initiative to modernize its communication infrastructure while supporting small businesses, particularly those owned by women, as indicated by the total small business set-aside designation. Interested vendors should contact Gerrit Tamminga or Ryan Baudouin for further inquiries, with proposals due by April 7, 2025, under a firm fixed price structure.

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Brand Name Justification and Approval.pdf
Mar 28, 2025, 11:04 PM UTC
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Salient Characteristics.pdf
Mar 28, 2025, 11:04 PM UTC
The document outlines specific requirements for procurement within a government RFP focusing on telecommunications equipment. Key items specified include two JumboSwitch units (TCRM19BR-0-01), which facilitate the transition from SONET and legacy networks to modern digital systems, and other components vital for connectivity and transmission. This includes two units of TC3840R-5-000-1-1-05, which serve transmission purposes, eight units of TC3846R-6-000-4-0-05, connecting radios at a critical junction, and four units of 760-051S1-20, which support fiber connectivity to ethernet systems. The document emphasizes product specifications crucial for interoperability and performance to meet government communications needs, reflecting the broader aim of enhancing communication infrastructure that can accommodate both legacy systems and emerging technologies. Overall, it serves as a technical guide for vendors to understand the requisite characteristics needed for successful bids in the RFP process.
SF1449.pdf
Mar 28, 2025, 11:04 PM UTC
The document outlines a request for proposal (RFP) for services related to a fiber upgrade for communications at Eielson Air Force Base, issued under the Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) program. It details critical information regarding the solicitation number (FA500425Q0020), contact information for inquiries, and submission deadlines, culminating in a due date of April 7, 2025. The work involves the installation of specific fiber communication systems, aimed at enhancing connectivity for pilots. The pricing is structured as a firm fixed price, and the total award amount is for internal government use only. Additionally, the document encompasses requirements pertaining to contract clauses, payment instructions, and regulations, focusing on compliance with federal and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR). It includes clauses for electronic payment submissions through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) and mandates utilizing small business concerns. Furthermore, specifications for inspection and acceptance, delivery schedules, and relevant by-laws are captured. Overall, this RFP emphasizes the Air Force's commitment to modernizing communication systems while supporting the participation of women-owned small businesses in government contracts.
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