AMEND 0002-PROVIDE INSTALL AND MAINTAIN UNPROTECTED TRANSPARENT CHANNELIZED OC-3 (155.52MB) LEASE BETWEEN ARLINGTON HALL STATION 1; 122, 2ND FLOOR; 111 SOUTH GEORGE MASON DR, ARLINGTON, VA 22204 AND BLDG 246, RM 210, 9800 FLAGLER ROAD, FT BELVOIR
ID: HC101325QA196Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
AwardedSep 5, 2025
$99.9K$99,867
AwardeePeraton Government Communications Inc.
Award #:HC101325PA489
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY (DISA)TELECOMMUNICATIONS DIVISION- HC1013SCOTT AFB, IL, 62225-5406, USA

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111)

PSC

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

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), is soliciting proposals for the provision, installation, and maintenance of an unprotected transparent channelized OC-3 (155.52 Mbps) lease between Arlington Hall Station and Fort Belvoir, Virginia. Contractors are required to comply with specific technical requirements, including maintaining a minimum operational availability of 99.5% and ensuring distinct physical pathways for service to avoid redundancy with other inquiries. This procurement is critical for enhancing telecommunications infrastructure to support government operations effectively. Interested vendors must submit their detailed quotes by June 16, 2025, with the service commencement date set for September 15, 2025. For further inquiries, contractors can contact Kendal Richter or John Warner via their respective emails.

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    The document outlines a government Request for Proposal (RFP) focused on the development of fiber optic routes, though all mentioned routes are fictitious examples. This initiative aims to enhance telecommunications infrastructure by inviting bids from contractors that can provide comprehensive fiber route solutions. The primary objective is to establish robust connectivity that meets evolving communication demands, aligning with federal, state, and local regulations. The RFP specifies that participating companies must demonstrate their capacity for installation and maintenance, while adhering to quality standards. The document also emphasizes the significance of collaboration among various stakeholders, ensuring that the project meets its intended outcomes for improved regional connectivity. Overall, it illustrates the government’s strategy to foster technological advancement through targeted infrastructure investments.
    The document outlines technical requirements for a fiber optic OC-3 service contract intended for federal usage. Key specifications include a line rate of 155.52MB/s, with a frame format of SONET/STS-3, and a need for continuous operational availability of at least 99.5% across all hours. The selected vendor must ensure rapid troubleshooting with a one-hour response time and must conduct a satisfactory 72-hour end-to-end test that adheres to specific ANSI standards. Additional stipulations include no network interface unit and dedicated paths for data transmission. The vendor is accountable for both installation and maintenance, and must coordinate site access 72 hours in advance. Furthermore, specific thresholds for error performance and loss of bit count integrity must be met during testing. These requirements are part of the federal government’s effort to maintain high standards for telecommunications services, ensuring reliability and effectiveness for national operations. The detailed contact information for Points of Contact (POCs) for coordination and acceptance reflects the structured approach typical in government RFPs.
    The document is an amendment (0001) to a federal inquiry issued by the Defense Information Technology Contracting Organization (DITCO) regarding proposals for a telecommunications service. The main purpose of the amendment is to extend both the proposal due date to April 17, 2025, and the required service date to July 16, 2025. Contractors are tasked with providing, installing, and maintaining an unprotected transparent channelized OC-3 lease between specified locations in Arlington, VA, and Fort Belvoir. Key details include requirements for compliance with technical aspects and submission of quotes, which must include sufficient rationale for meeting government requirements. Contractors are also encouraged to conduct pre-award site surveys and must ensure diverse engineering provision for separate physical pathways from related service inquiries. Additional documentation, such as PowerPoint drawings detailing the service routes, is expected to be submitted, emphasizing the analysis of distance and delay. This inquiry reiterates current terms and conditions while extending deadlines and emphasizing adherence to all specifications to avoid exclusion from evaluation. It highlights the importance of due diligence in the preparation and submission process for federal contracting opportunities.
    The document pertains to an amendment (0002) regarding a government solicitation for contractors to provide, install, and maintain a transparent OC-3 communications lease between Arlington Hall Station and Fort Belvoir. Key amendments include a change in the commercial demarcation location, updates to equipment requirements, and extensions of both proposal and service dates. The new proposal due date is set for June 16, 2025, and the service date extension to September 15, 2025. Contractors are instructed to ensure compliance with all technical requirements listed and submit their quotes in detail for evaluation. Moreover, the final service must maintain complete physical diversity from another ongoing inquiry, ensuring distinct paths of service. Requirements include providing specific documentation such as power point drawings of the proposed routes and conducting pre-award site surveys at their expense. The document emphasizes that non-compliance with any solicitation requirements will result in exclusion from the evaluation process. Overall, this amendment streamlines the contractors' requirements for ongoing telecommunications services for the government, ensuring effective and reliable operational support.
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Defense Information Technology Contracting Organization (DITCO) for contractors to submit quotes for providing, installing, and maintaining an unprotected transparent channelized OC-3 (155.52 Mbps) lease between two specified government locations in Virginia. Contractors must ensure compliance with all technical requirements, provide detailed quotes addressing how they will meet the service date of June 25, 2025, and include supporting documentation such as color diagrams showing route diversity. Pre-award site surveys are encouraged, conducted at the contractor's expense, to assess the project's scope. It emphasizes the necessity of bid submission with adherence to established formats, with questions directed to designated contracting officers. The RFP also includes various standard provisions and requirements regarding telecommunications services, highlighting security and compliance concerning the use of covered telecommunications equipment, alongside taxation stipulations for foreign procurements. The main purpose is to solicit competitive quotes for essential telecommunications services while ensuring adherence to stringent federal regulations and security guidelines concerning telecommunications infrastructure.
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