Laptop rugged-type replacement
ID: FA821725LAPTType: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8217 AFLCMC HBZKHILL AFB, UT, 84056-5838, USA

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Computer and Peripheral Equipment ManufacturingT (33411)

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https://sam.gov/opp/a377823002704be6b4e0235f60de673e/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force's Communications Data Link System (CDLS), is seeking information regarding the procurement of forty-three (43) rugged laptops to replace outdated models. The required specifications for these laptops include an operating system of Windows 11 Pro, an Intel Core i7 CPU, a 14-inch display, 32GB of RAM, and 1TB SSD storage, while notably lacking physical wireless capabilities, webcams, and microphones. This Request for Information (RFI) is intended for planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment to future procurement; interested vendors are encouraged to submit their responses by November 14, 2024, to the designated contracting officers, Wendy Farley and Mitchell Gooslin, via the provided email addresses. All costs associated with responding to this RFI will be borne by the vendors, and non-participation does not preclude future opportunities.

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    The U.S. Air Force's Communications Data Link System (CDLS) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking feedback on procuring forty-three (43) laptops to replace outdated models. The specified requirements for the laptops include Windows 11 Pro, Intel Core i7 CPU, 14-inch display, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD storage, and a rugged build similar to the Dell Latitude 7330 Rugged. Notably, the laptops must lack physical wireless capabilities, webcams, and microphones while featuring standard input/output options including VGA/HDMI, serial, and LAN connections. This RFI is for informational purposes only, without commitment to future procurement, and does not invite unsolicited proposals. Interested vendors must submit their responses by November 14, 2024, directly to designated contracting officers via the provided email addresses. The document emphasizes that all response costs are borne by the vendors and that non-responding does not impede future participation in any forthcoming RFPs. Engagement in this RFI denotes an opportunity for industry insight prior to potential contract issuing by the Air Force.
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