Local and Long-Distance Telephone Service
ID: W50SC225QA001Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW7MZ USPFO ACTIVITY CTANG 103EAST GRANBY, CT, 06026-9309, USA

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK AS A SERVICE (DG10)

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https://sam.gov/opp/80fb30f8dced45f994e558ad1b287dfd/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is soliciting proposals for local and long-distance telephone services under solicitation number W50SC225QA001. The procurement aims to transition from outdated telecommunications systems to managed Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) trunking, ensuring 24/7 service availability with a minimum uptime of 99.9% at the Bradley Air National Guard Base in Connecticut. This initiative is critical for maintaining effective communication for military and administrative functions, reflecting the Department's commitment to modernizing its telecommunications infrastructure. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by March 14, 2025, with questions due by March 7, 2025; for further inquiries, contact David Bezerra at david.p.bezerra.mil@army.mil or James Turcotte at james.e.turcotte3.civ@army.mil.

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    Bradley_PWS_Version_1_R2.docx
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) for Local Telecommunication Services at Bradley Air National Guard Base, Connecticut, outlines the transition from current low-speed time-division multiplexed circuits to managed Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) trunking. This initiative is in alignment with Department of Defense mandates to upgrade telecommunications to IP-based solutions due to the obsolescence of existing technologies. The contractor will be responsible for providing 24/7 telecommunication services, ensuring a minimum service availability of 99.9%, and managing all necessary infrastructure installations. Key requirements include timely notifications for service outages, adherence to quality of service standards, and ensuring compliance with various federal regulations. The contract spans a base period of twelve months, with options for four additional years, emphasizing a performance-based approach. Specific tasks include the migration of Direct Inward Dialing (DID) numbers and securing government facilities during installation phases. The document serves as a vital framework to improve operational efficiency while maintaining essential communications for military and administrative functions at the base, reflecting broader governmental objectives for modernizing service delivery.
    LTS LD Solicitation - W50SC225QA001.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for local and long-distance telephone services, solicitation number W50SC225QA001, issued by the U.S. Government under a firm-fixed-price contract. The offer submission deadline is March 14, 2025, with a strong emphasis on technical capability, which constitutes 50% of the evaluation criteria. Following that, past performance holds a weight of 30%, with price making up the remaining 20%. Acknowledging the critical importance of these services for operational effectiveness, the evaluation prioritizes vendors with proven technical expertise and experience to minimize risks linked to service interruptions. Two site visits are scheduled to clarify the contract's requirements, and potential offerors must submit questions by March 7, 2025. The contracting process underscores the inclusion of several key Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, ensuring compliance with government standards and legal requirements. This RFQ reflects the government's structured approach to procure essential telecommunications services while prioritizing quality and reliability over cost alone.
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