NOCA - TPS Radios and Network Support
ID: F1S0AV4218A001Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA9301 AFTC PZIOEDWARDS AFB, CA, 93524-1185, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

RADIO AND TELEVISION COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT, AIRBORNE (5821)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/001e28665f85449f8cb7e4628f92e290/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Material Command (AFMC), is issuing a Notice of Contract Action (NOCA) for a sole-source contract with Persistent Systems LLC to provide IP Radios and network support equipment. The procurement aims to upgrade the X-62 VISTA aircraft, two T-38 aircraft, and the Test Pilot School control room with an MPU5 Internet Protocol (IP) based radio network, utilizing the Wave Relay System to ensure compatibility with existing systems at Holloman AFB and Davis Monthan AFB. This initiative is critical for enhancing communication capabilities within the USAF Test Pilot School, and the contract will adhere to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines. Interested vendors capable of fulfilling the requirements are encouraged to submit capability statements by September 20, 2024, to Dustin Edwards at dustin.edwards.18@us.af.mil or Norman Mackie at norman.mackie.1@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Dustin Edwards
    dustin.edwards.18@us.af.mil
    Norman Mackie
    (661) 527-5435
    norman.mackie.1@us.af.mil
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    NOCA IP Radio Network.pdf
    The Air Force Material Command (AFMC) is issuing a Notice of Contract Action (NOCA) regarding a sole-source contract for IP Radios and network support equipment with Persistent Systems LLC. This action, not a solicitation for proposals, aims to inform the industry of the Air Force’s intent and gather information on potentially qualified vendors. Persistent Systems is identified as the sole provider able to furnish an IP Radios mesh network using the Wave Relay System, essential for the USAF Test Pilot School and existing systems at Holloman AFB and Davis Monthan AFB. The project includes upgrades to specific aircraft and the Test Pilot School control room with an MPU5 IP-based radio network. Key materials include various radio types, antennas, converters, and training. The contract is governed by Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines. Interested parties capable of meeting the requirements are invited to submit capability statements by a specified deadline. The NAICS code for this procurement is 334220, with a size standard of 1,250 employees. This document highlights government procurement intentions and encourages vendor engagement in the military contracting process.
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