Family of Basebands
ID: PANAPG-25-P-00010981Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APGABERDEEN PROVING GROU, MD, 21005-1846, USA

NAICS

All Other Telecommunications (517810)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c850316ec8c54622b59e05946d114a7a/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking information regarding the procurement of small form factor, modular, and scalable edge computing solutions under the initiative titled "Family of Basebands." The objective is to identify technologies that support transport cloud applications utilizing low-latency, high-throughput links, which are essential for operations conducted On-the-Move (OTM) and At-the-Quick-Halt, in alignment with the Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) requirements. This initiative emphasizes the need for innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency in dynamic environments, with a focus on modular open systems architecture and transport capabilities. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their responses to the Request for Information (RFI) by May 21, 2025, and may direct inquiries to Tiffany Conway at Tiffany.L.Conway2.civ@army.mil or Jolene Sloley at Jolene.M.Sloley.civ@army.mil by May 7, 2025.

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    Tiffany Conway
    Tiffany.L.Conway2.civ@army.mil
    Jolene Sloley
    Jolene.M.Sloley.civ@army.mil
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    RFI FoB 04-23-25.pdf
    The document outlines a request for proposals (RFP) aimed at identifying small form factor, modular, and scalable edge computing solutions. These solutions must effectively support transport cloud applications that utilize low-latency, high-throughput links. The proposals are particularly focused on meeting the transport, infrastructure, and architectural requirements set by NGC2 for operations conducted On-the-Move (OTM) and At-the-Quick-Halt. The initiative underscores the importance of cutting-edge technology capable of enhancing operational efficiency in dynamic environments. The emphasis is on finding innovative applications that align with governmental standards while providing robust transport capabilities essential for responsive and agile computing solutions.
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