321 STS - Spectrum Dominance
ID: FA558724Q0127Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA5587 48 CONSAPO, AE, 09461-5120, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

RADIO NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT, EXCEPT AIRBORNE (5825)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/59c160b6ae7b4721880bc199b18573bb/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking vendors to supply and deliver Silvus streamcaster radios, additional accessories, and a Spectrum Dominance License to RAF Mildenhall in the United Kingdom. This procurement aims to fulfill the operational requirements of the 321 STS, ensuring that the communication equipment meets stringent specifications for performance and resilience in military environments. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by 14:00 BST on September 18, 2024, via email, and are required to provide documentation demonstrating compliance with technical criteria, along with an active SAM registration and NCAGE number. For further inquiries, vendors can contact 2d Lt Hunter Copp at hunter.copp.1@us.af.mil or Claire Switzer at claire.switzer.gb@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    2d Lt Hunter Copp
    hunter.copp.1@us.af.mil
    Claire Switzer
    claire.switzer.gb@us.af.mil
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    Quote Sheet.pdf
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    Salient Characteristics.docx
    The document outlines specifications for the StreamCaster 4240 2x2 MIMO radio and its associated accessories, intended for procurement under federal and state RFPs. The radio, measuring 140x72x20 mm and weighing 295 grams, operates across multiple frequency bands with a transmit power of up to 2 W and a data rate of 20 Mbps. It complies with military standards for environmental resilience, boasting features like low probability of intercept detection and automated jamming responses. The document details compatible accessories, including rechargeable batteries, power cables, and a dual charger, along with quantities required for each item. A Spectrum Dominance license bundle is also included, ensuring operational capability for advanced networking. This procurement emphasizes the need for reliable, high-performance communication equipment that meets stringent operational and environmental standards, supporting military and government communication requirements.
    Solicitation - FA558724Q0127.pdf
    The combined synopsis/solicitation (FA558724Q0127) from the federal government outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Silvus streamcaster radios and accessories, along with a Spectrum Dominance License, intended for delivery to RAF Mildenhall in the UK. The solicitation specifies that quotes must be submitted by 14:00 BST on September 18, 2024, via email to designated contacts. Vendors are required to adhere to a firm-fixed price and provide documentation detailing how their products meet specified technical criteria, with a 20-page limit for technical submissions. The government intends to evaluate offers based on price and technical capability, allowing for comparative assessments that may prioritize additional value beyond minimum requirements. Vendors must hold an active System for Award Management (SAM) registration and provide a NATO Commercial and Government Entity (NCAGE) number. The document emphasizes crucial instructions regarding quote submission and evaluation factors, including deadlines for inquiries and submissions, as well as compliance with several federal acquisition regulations. This solicitation supports the government’s operational needs and plays an essential role in acquiring commercial items that meet the specifications outlined, ensuring proper evaluation and contract award processes are followed.
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