Tactical Data Networks Lab Hardware and Software
ID: FA229125D000X0018Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2291 AFLCMC HNAKHANSCOM AFB, MA, 01731-2100, USA

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - DATA CENTER PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7C20)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f8db9ef8848f49b7ab81c5d6cffaa532/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking information from contractors regarding their capabilities to support the Tactical Communications Group (TCG) and the Battlefield Operations Support System (BOSS) through an upgrade of the Tactical Data Networks (TDN) Lab at Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts. The procurement aims to gather insights on software and hardware solutions necessary for enhancing operational capabilities and ensuring seamless integration with existing systems, particularly focusing on the update of the BOSS software. This initiative is critical for testing and evaluating new communication platforms, and interested parties are encouraged to submit capability statements by February 14, 2025, detailing their qualifications and proposed solutions. For further inquiries, contractors may contact Alexandra Hutchinson or Jonathan Principe via their respective emails.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Alexandra Hutchinson
    Alexandra.Hutchinson.1@us.af.mil
    Jonathan Principe
    Jonathan.Principe@us.af.mil
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    TDN Lab Refresh - 0018.pdf
    The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights from contractors regarding their capabilities to support the Tactical Communications Group (TCG) and the Battlefield Operations Support System (BOSS) through an upgrade of the Tactical Data Networks (TDN) Lab at Hanscom AFB, MA. The RFI aims to assess the market availability, technical characteristics, and cost-effectiveness of software and hardware solutions necessary for testing and evaluation of new communication platforms. The existing BOSS software requires an update to enhance operational capabilities, with emphasis on its seamless integration with current systems. Respondents are asked to submit capability statements by February 14, 2025, detailing their ability to meet the outlined requirements, including specific software and hardware functionalities. The submission process is voluntary, and any proprietary information must be clearly marked to ensure protection from unauthorized disclosure. Notably, this RFI does not commit the Government to any future contracts or awards. Overall, the document outlines critical needs and seeks potential solutions in line with government procurement procedures while ensuring a clear non-obligation stance from the Department of Defense.
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