NATO Business Opportunity: Provide Upgrade to Kosovo Force (KFOR) Theatre Liaison Kits, and Provide NATO Mission Iraq (NMI) with Mobile CIS
ID: IFB-CO-115788-TLKType: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFBUREAU OF INDUSTRY AND SECURITY

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ce9916d6094741e1b41cb97e118ae72e/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Commerce, specifically the Bureau of Industry and Security, is seeking contractors to provide upgrades to the Kosovo Force (KFOR) Theatre Liaison Kits and to supply the NATO Mission Iraq (NMI) with Mobile Communications and Information Systems (CIS). The primary objective of this procurement is to develop and deploy Theatre Small Team Kits (TSTK) that facilitate secure communications for NATO missions, capable of handling classified data, video teleconferencing, and voice services for a limited number of users across two security domains. This initiative is crucial for enhancing communication capabilities within NATO operations in Kosovo and Iraq, ensuring compliance with security and functional requirements while supporting operational scenarios for up to four users in KFOR and nine users in NMI. Interested parties can reach out to Lee Ann Carpenter at LeeAnn.Carpenter@bis.doc.gov for further details, with the anticipated period of performance spanning from Q4 2025 to Q3 2027.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Lee Ann Carpenter
    LeeAnn.Carpenter@bis.doc.gov
    Files
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    Summary of Requirements (complete).pdf
    The document outlines a government project involving the development and deployment of Theatre Small Team Kits (TSTK) for secure communications within NATO missions in Kosovo and Iraq. The objective is to provide a portable, lightweight communications package capable of handling secure classified data, video teleconferencing, and voice services for a limited number of users across two security domains. The KFOR variant will support up to four users in various operational scenarios, while the NMI variant caters to up to nine users. The project includes the delivery of two TSTK variants, essential infrastructure changes, and integrates Skype for Business as the chosen messaging solution. The anticipated period of performance is from Q4 2025 to Q3 2027, indicating an expectation of adjustments based on the solicitation process. Technical specifications focus on modularity, portability, and compatibility with multiple transmission methods, ensuring reliable services in diverse settings. Warranty and operational support post-acceptance are also part of the contract. This initiative aims to enhance communication capabilities significantly for NATO operations while ensuring compliance with security and functional requirements.
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