Telecommunication Services at Offutt AFB, Nebraska
ID: F3HKB14249AC01Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4600 55 CONS PKPOFFUTT AFB, NE, 68113, USA

NAICS

All Other Telecommunications (517810)

PSC

IT and Telecom - Network: Satellite Communications and Telecom Access Services (DG11)

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https://sam.gov/opp/f97fd24fcecc4b1b923e048a854fea44/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the 55 Cyberspace Squadron at Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska, is conducting a sources sought notice to identify potential vendors for Local Telecommunication Services (LTS) and Long-Distance Telecommunication Services (LDTS). The objective of this procurement is to gather market research insights into the commercial telecommunication industry and compile a list of interested vendors capable of providing continuous telecommunication services operational 24/7, including service outage notifications and restoration procedures. This initiative is critical for maintaining secure and reliable telecommunication operations essential to mission success. Interested parties are encouraged to respond by September 20, 2024, detailing their technical capabilities and past performance, with inquiries directed to Daniel Kuchar at daniel.kuchar@us.af.mil or Casey Hupton at casey.hupton.1@us.af.mil.

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    Commercial Telephone - Sources Sought Notice - 9.10.24.pdf
    The 55 Cyberspace Squadron (CYS) at Offutt AFB, Nebraska, issued a sources sought notice for Local Telecommunication Services (LTS) and Long-Distance Telecommunication Services (LDTS) to explore market options and identify prospective vendors. This notice, dated September 10, 2024, serves as market research only, without the intention of issuing a contract directly. Interested parties should respond by September 20, 2024, detailing their interest, technical capabilities, and past performance relevant to similar projects, particularly in governmental environments. The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirement for continuous telecommunication services operational 24/7, covering aspects like service outages notification, restoration procedures, and adherence to federal standards. The contractor is responsible for provisioning all necessary infrastructure while ensuring service compatibility with existing government systems. Specific service criteria include response times for categorizing outages, reporting procedures, and maintaining service quality under defined performance thresholds. The document emphasizes safety, personnel qualifications, and billing/reporting requirements, ensuring full accountability and documentation throughout the service contract. Overall, this initiative demonstrates the Air Force's commitment to maintaining secure and reliable telecommunication operations critical to mission success.
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