Fiber Optics Cables and Supplies
ID: M6739925Q0003Type: Solicitation
Overview

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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYCOMMANDING OFFICERTWENTYNINE PALMS, CA, 92278-8108, USA

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Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing (335921)

PSC

FIBER OPTIC ACCESSORIES AND SUPPLIES (6070)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of fiber optic cables and supplies, identified under solicitation number M6739925Q0003. This opportunity includes the supply of various networking components such as CAT5E and CAT6 patch panels, with a delivery deadline set for March 1, 2025, and emphasizes compliance with Department of Defense regulations regarding item identification and valuation. The procurement is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, encouraging participation from service-disabled veteran-owned, women-owned, and HUBZone small businesses, with proposals due by February 3, 2025. Interested contractors can reach out to Jaren L. Perkins at jaren.l.perkins@usmc.mil or Saul Becerra at saul.becerra@usmc.mil for further information.

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    This memorandum outlines the determination to sole-source procurement for specific Ethernet supplies under FAR Part 13, complying with the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. It emphasizes that contracting officers may solicit from a single source when only one is reasonably available, particularly due to brand name requirements. The memorandum lists various Ethernet equipment needed, all designated as brand name to ensure compatibility with existing systems. The necessity for brand name items stems from past procurement experiences where varying products created interface issues, making uniformity vital for functionality. The document concludes with certifications from the responsible officials confirming the accuracy of the information and the requirement for limited dissemination control. This determination reflects a strategic approach to procurement within federal contracting rules, ensuring operational efficiency through established supplier relationships.
    The document presents a Request for Proposal (RFP) for contracting with the federal government, identified by solicitation number M6739925Q0003, due on February 3, 2025. It outlines the requirements for supplying various networking components, including CAT5E and CAT6 patch panels, plastic label holders, and associated hardware, with a delivery date set for March 1, 2025. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with Department of Defense regulations regarding item identification and valuation, along with terms for offer submission and evaluation criteria, including technical capability and pricing. Additionally, it specifies the acquisition's small business set-aside status, encouraging participation from service-disabled veteran-owned, women-owned, and HUBZone small businesses. Key provisions of the RFP include clauses related to contract formation, offer representations, and socio-economic requirements, aiming to foster equitable competition and compliance with federal procurement policies. The document serves as a crucial guideline for prospective contractors to ensure alignment with government requirements while promoting responsible procurement practices.
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