NATO Business Opportunity: Deployable Points Of Presence (DPOP) for Special Operations Component Commands (SOCC)
ID: IFB-CO-423328-DPOP-SOCCType: 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/2e006862f20249b9884e91fd8a864308/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Commerce, specifically the Bureau of Industry and Security, is seeking qualified U.S. prime contractors for the NATO Business Opportunity involving Deployable Points Of Presence (DPOP) for Special Operations Component Commands (SOCC). The procurement aims to enhance communication capabilities for NATO's Special Operations Force Command by supplying four operational systems, one training set, and one reference set, designed to support secure and modular communication services for up to 125 operational users across various security domains. This project is critical for maintaining NATO's strategic communication infrastructure and ensuring effective deployment to remote locations, thereby improving operational capabilities for special operations forces. Interested contractors must meet specific eligibility criteria, including maintaining a facility in the U.S. and holding a Facility Security Clearance, with key deadlines including the request for a Declaration of Eligibility by December 3, 2024, and the anticipated bid closing on May 31, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Lee Ann Carpenter at LeeAnn.Carpenter@bis.doc.gov.

    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 the requirements for the Deployable Point of Presence for Special Operations Component Commands (DPOP for SOCC) project aimed at enhancing communication capabilities for the NATO Special Operations Force Command (SOCOM). The project involves supplying four operational systems, one training set, and one reference set, all designed to facilitate secure and modular communication services across diverse environments. The scope of work includes supporting up to 125 operational users across various security domains and includes components for training and reference, while explicitly noting that SATCOM services are not included. The anticipated performance period is from Q1 2026 to Q3 2028, with specific technical constraints regarding the configuration and transportability of the SOCC systems. Warranty considerations are addressed, along with an option for future Contractor Logistics Support upon warranty completion. This procurement is pivotal for maintaining NATO’s strategic communication infrastructure and ensuring effective deployment to remote locations, ultimately improving operational capabilities for special operations forces.
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