RFI: 10.709GB (OTU-2) between Ramstein Air Base, Germany and Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar
ID: RFI-52136Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY (DISA)DISA/DITCO EUROPEAPO, AE, 09136, USA

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3f5aa620c5d9469290e6e1d0c48e0bb3/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), is seeking commercial vendors to provide a 10.709 GB (OTU-2) fiber optic lease between Ramstein Air Base in Germany and Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather insights on the availability, implementation lead times, compliance with NDAA regulations, and estimated pricing for the telecommunications service required. The procurement is crucial for enhancing the telecommunications infrastructure supporting military operations. Interested vendors must submit a white paper response by February 21, 2025, detailing their capabilities, and should direct inquiries to Brett Kaufman or Anthony Melicharek via their provided email addresses.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Brett Kaufman
    brett.m.kaufman.civ@mail.mil
    Anthony Melicharek
    anthony.r.melicharek.civ@mail.mil
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    PL5 RFI Template - IQO Single Circuit - Ramstein to Al Udeid.pdf
    The Defense Information Technology Contracting Organization (DITCO-Europe) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking commercial vendors to provide a 10.709 GB (OTU-2) fiber optic lease between Ramstein Air Base in Germany and Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. The RFI aims to gather responses regarding the availability, lead time for implementation, compliance with NDAA regulations, and estimated pricing for the requested service. Interested vendors are instructed to submit a white paper response by February 21, 2025, with specifications on their capabilities. The document emphasizes that this is not a Request for Proposals (RFP) and does not imply any obligation from the Government to issue a contract. Furthermore, discussions with potential vendors may occur for clarification purposes. The submission process highlights that all costs are the responders' responsibility, and any proprietary information must be marked accordingly. This RFI serves as a precursor for gathering industry insights to inform future government contracting related to telecommunications infrastructure.
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