Sources Sought - Fiber Cables and Other Materials
ID: F1S0AX4358A001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA9302 AFTC PZZEDWARDS AFB, CA, 93524-1185, USA

NAICS

Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing (335921)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK: DIGITAL NETWORK PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7G21)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b99f7411b69e47ccaf6088647177f7b6/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the United States Air Force, is conducting a sources sought notice to identify potential suppliers for fiber cables and related materials. The procurement aims to gather information on qualified sources capable of providing pre-terminated fiber optic cables and various components, including rack mount termination boxes and MPO trunk cables, to support network growth initiatives. These materials are critical for enhancing the Air Force's telecommunications infrastructure, ensuring compliance with made-in-the-USA manufacturing standards where applicable. Interested vendors must submit their responses, including company details and relevant experience, by 10:00 AM Pacific Standard Time on January 7, 2025, to Karla Vazquez at karla_lizette.vazquez_montes@us.af.mil or Denina Hudson at denina.hudson@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Karla Vazquez
    karla_lizette.vazquez_montes@us.af.mil
    DENINA HUDSON
    denina.hudson@us.af.mil
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    SOR - B1020 119 and 400 Fiber.pdf
    The Statement of Requirements (SOR) outlines the specifications and quantities of various fiber optic components needed for government projects to be fulfilled by December 31, 2024. The document features a comprehensive list comprising rack mount termination boxes, multimode and singlemode pre-terminated fiber optic cable assemblies, MPO trunk cables, and LGX fiber optic adapter panels, with specified quantities for each item. Notably, all products are to be sourced from QuickTreX and Multilink, ensuring compliance with made-in-the-USA manufacturing standards where applicable. The emphasis on specific technical specifications, such as fiber type and cable length, indicates a focus on meeting particular operational needs for enhanced networking capabilities. This SOR serves to guide potential vendors in submitting proposals in alignment with the federal procurement process, ensuring that the government receives high-quality telecommunications infrastructure components. The strategic procurement of these components reflects the government's commitment to bolstering its information technology and communications capabilities.
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