Local Telephone Services
ID: W50S8Z-25-Q-0010Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7NW USPFO ACTIVITY ORANG 173KLAMATH FALLS, OR, 97603-2108, USA

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK AS A SERVICE (DG10)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8963d392befe4abcbd933ce9376e8709/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking sources for the replacement of its Local Telecommunication Services (LTS) and Long-Distance (LD) systems at the 173d Fighter Wing in Klamath Falls, Oregon. The objective is to upgrade from a low-speed time-division multiplexed circuit to emulated session initiation protocol (SIP) circuits, ensuring that all current connectivity features are migrated without loss of capabilities and maintaining 24/7/365 availability. Interested vendors are required to submit a completed information form detailing their company profile, socio-economic status, relevant project experience, and bonding capabilities, while also ensuring registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) under NAICS code 517111. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Caitlin Thinnes at caitlin.thinnes.1@us.af.mil or Jason Rice at jason.rice.27@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Caitlin Thinnes
    (541) 885-6495
    caitlin.thinnes.1@us.af.mil
    Jason Rice
    (541) 885-6496
    (541) 885-6600
    jason.rice.27@us.af.mil
    Files
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    RFI_s Answered-Telephone Service.pdf
    The document pertains to the technical difficulties encountered when attempting to view a government file related to federal Request for Proposals (RFPs), grants, and state/local RFPs. It indicates that if the file's content is not displayed properly, the user's PDF viewer may be incompatible, recommending an upgrade to the latest version of Adobe Reader across various operating systems. The purpose of the document primarily revolves around ensuring accessibility to important governmental materials, highlighting the need for effective communication and user support for accessing public resources. The mention of trademarks for Windows, Mac, and Linux serves to clarify the software environment needed to view governmental publications correctly, although the substantive details pertaining to the RFPs and grants are not accessible from the current file. Overall, the document underscores the criticality of technological compliance in maintaining seamless access to federal and state resources for various stakeholders.
    Sources Sought Form- LTS.docx
    The 173d Fighter Wing is seeking sources for replacing its Local Telecommunication Services (LTS) and Long-Distance (LD) currently operated on a low-speed time-division multiplexed circuit with emulated session initiation protocol (SIP) circuits. The upgrade involves the installation of transport circuits and equipment, while porting all Direct-Inward-Dialing (DID) Directory Numbers. It is essential that all current connectivity features are migrated to the new system without any loss of capabilities, maintaining availability 24/7/365. Interested vendors are requested to submit a completed information form, including company details, socio-economic status, examples of similar projects, resources, bonding capabilities, and certification of intent to propose as a prime contractor. The document underscores the requirement for registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) with the relevant NAICS code (517111). This request serves as a market research tool rather than a formal request for proposals, emphasizing that no solicitation or project specifications are available at this time. The submission process and requirements are outlined for potential respondents to ensure compliance and proper documentation.
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    Local Telephone Services
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