INVESTIGATION SERVICES AND TECHNICAL EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE IN ALASKA
ID: EB25Q0008Type: Special Notice
Overview

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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSIONFEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL (R425)

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https://sam.gov/opp/d2bb066907ac49d6b0778be4ea9c0407/view
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    The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) intends to award a single-source, firm fixed-price contract for investigation services and technical equipment maintenance in Alaska to Waterford Consultants LLC. The contractor will provide ongoing investigative services through the Enforcement Bureau, which are critical for maintaining regulatory compliance and oversight in the telecommunications sector. This contract is expected to be awarded under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1), with an anticipated award date of January 1, 2025. Interested parties must submit their capability documentation to Teresa Dailey at teresa.dailey@fcc.gov by the specified response date, ensuring they have active registrations with SAM.gov and IPP.gov.

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    teresa.dailey@fcc.gov
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