PROVIDE, INSTALL, AND MAINTAIN A 2.5GB WAVE SERVICE BETWEEN A. BLDG 942, ROOM 115, 101 EAST KIRKPATRICK AVE, MAXWELL AFB, AL. AND B. BLDG 857, ROOM 122, 401 EAST MOORE AVE, MAXWELL AFB GUNTER ANNEX, AL.
ID: HC101325QA228Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/02ad15a57e3d4fcf84c53e6ffe675d08/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), has announced the cancellation of a solicitation for a telecommunications contract aimed at providing, installing, and maintaining a 2.5GB wavelength service between two locations at Maxwell Air Force Base in Alabama. The procurement was intended to ensure compliance with technical specifications and federal regulatory standards, emphasizing the importance of reliable high-capacity communication links for military operations. Although the solicitation has been cancelled, interested contractors can reach out to Jennifer Voss at jennifer.n.voss.civ@mail.mil for further inquiries regarding the opportunity. The original proposal submission deadline was set for April 21, 2025, with a service readiness date of August 19, 2025, which has since been adjusted to May 15, 2025.

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    - HC101325QA228-0001.v0.pdf
    This document is an official notice regarding the cancellation of the solicitation HC101325QA228-0001, addressed to contractors. Issued by the Defense Information Technology Contracting Organization (DITCO), it outlines that the solicitation has been cancelled, with no specifications provided to change other terms and conditions. A key contact for further inquiries is provided, specifically Jennifer Voss, along with her contact information. Additionally, the document specifies a change in the service date from August 19, 2025, to May 15, 2025. This notice highlights the procedural aspects of government contracting, reinforcing compliance and transparency in federal solicitation processes while indicating the ongoing communication between contracting officers and potential contractors.
    - HC101325QA228.v0.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposals (RFP) for contractors to provide, install, and maintain a 2.5GB wavelength service between two locations at Maxwell Air Force Base in Alabama. Key requirements include compliance with technical specifications, thorough testing and acceptance procedures, and ensuring a strict timeline for service readiness by August 19, 2025. Contractors must detail their installation methods, any necessary building scope, and adhere to specific telecommunications guidelines, including maintaining diverse pathways for enhanced network survivability. Quotes must include detailed information on the technical aspects of installation, circuit configuration, and compliance with DITCO technical standards. Failure to meet these specifications could result in non-compliance and exclusion from consideration. The RFP emphasizes the contractor's responsibility for end-to-end service delivery, including coordination with government points of contact and adherence to federal regulatory standards. The proposal submission deadline is set for April 21, 2025, and emphasizes the importance of prompt and complete documentation to facilitate evaluation and award processes. Overall, this document serves to ensure a robust, secure, and technically sound telecommunication solution for government operations.
    Vendor Block Sample_Version3.pptx
    The document outlines the request for proposals (RFP) concerning the provision of 2.5GB Wave Service for Scott Air Force Base (AFB) and Offutt AFB. It specifies critical infrastructure details, including the addresses of facilities, fiber connections, and estimated distances for fiber optics between various locations. Key data points include an estimated fiber mileage of 522 miles between Scott AFB and Offutt AFB, and 36 miles between Scott AFB and the Defense Enterprise Computing Center (DECC) in St. Louis, with respective round-trip delays (RTD) of 8.3 ms and 1 ms. Vendors must confirm on-net status with optical equipment at demarcation points and provide fiber distance metrics if not on-net. The document also emphasizes that any technical changes by vendors require government approval. Furthermore, all locations mentioned are fictitious, except for actual service points, indicating the document is likely a template for various bids. Overall, this RFP highlights the government’s need for reliable high-capacity communication links for military operations, stressing compliance with specific technical requirements and communication standards.
    Vendor Sample Maps Version2.pdf
    The document outlines hypothetical fiber routes as a part of federal and state/local Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and grants. Its main purpose is to provide an example framework for stakeholders to understand the potential planning and logistical considerations involved in developing fiber optic infrastructure. The key ideas emphasize planning processes, potential routes for fiber deployment, and the significance of infrastructure in enhancing connectivity. While the specific details of the routes presented in the document are fictional, they serve to illustrate strategic considerations relevant to government projects aiming to improve telecommunications infrastructure. This framework underlines the importance of careful assessment and planning in the context of government-funded initiatives, aligning with broader goals of enhancing communication and digital equity across regions.
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