Exterior Gunfire Detection System Request for Information
ID: JE100120241441Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEWASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES (WHS)WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICESWASHINGTON, DC, 203011000, USA

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

PSC

INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT- ALARM, SIGNAL, AND SECURITY DETECTION SYSTEMS (N063)

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https://sam.gov/opp/bc2d1e0626514c0f931222950f498a2f/view
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    The Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) of the Department of Defense is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified businesses capable of providing Exterior Gunfire Detection Systems (EGDS) for the Pentagon Force Protection Agency (PFPA). The RFI seeks to assess the market for commercial-off-the-shelf EGDS solutions, particularly focusing on their effectiveness in the densely populated urban environment surrounding the Pentagon, addressing critical factors such as detection accuracy, nuisance alarm discrimination, and cybersecurity. This initiative is vital for enhancing security measures in a high-profile area, and interested firms, especially small and disadvantaged businesses, are encouraged to respond with detailed information regarding their capabilities. Responses should be submitted to the primary contact, Yolnie Merriweather, at yolnie.t.merriweather.civ@mail.mil, with no intention of the government to pay for the information provided.

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    RFI - Exterior Gunfire Detection System_FINAL.pdf
    The Department of Defense's Washington Headquarters Services is soliciting information through a Request for Information (RFI) regarding Exterior Gunfire Detection Systems (EGDS) for the Pentagon Force Protection Agency (PFPA). The RFI aims to assess the market for capabilities in commercial-off-the-shelf EGDS solutions, focusing on their application in the complex urban environment surrounding the Pentagon. Interested businesses, particularly small and disadvantaged firms, are encouraged to respond to assist in formulating future procurement strategies. The RFI outlines specific areas of interest including technical capabilities, detection accuracy, nuisance alarm discrimination, hosting, connectivity, cybersecurity, and vendor demonstrations. It emphasizes that this request does not constitute a solicitation for proposals or contracts and reiterates that the government does not intend to pay for the information. Responses are expected to be detailed and address administrative, technical, and potential subcontracting information. The scope of the anticipated procurement emphasizes the unique challenges posed by the densely populated surrounding area and the need for sophisticated detection systems. Interested firms must register with SAM.gov to be eligible for any resultant contracts.
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