Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source - Redline Tower Maintenance
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-APG CONT CT SW SECTORFORT HUACHUCA, AZ, 85613-5000, USA

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Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - MOBILE DEVICE SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR) (DE02)

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https://sam.gov/opp/1d825762191d4b0f9a18307ded118c48/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command-Aberdeen Proving Ground, intends to award a sole-source contract for maintenance services of the Redline Communications Network to Future Technologies Venture, LLC, based in Suwanee, Georgia. This contract, which spans twelve months, includes two annual preventative maintenance visits, the replacement of transmission lines, connectors, and lightning arrestors, as well as critical emergency maintenance and the decommissioning of existing Redline equipment across six towers. The maintenance services are vital for ensuring the optimal performance of communication infrastructure, which is essential for military operations. Interested parties may submit capability statements by April 30, 2025, and should direct inquiries to Neil Mendiola at neil.s.mendiola.civ@army.mil or Lynette FairBanks de la Viega at lynette.j.fairbanksdelaviega.civ@army.mil.

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    The Army Contracting Command-Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC-APG) plans to award a sole-source contract for maintenance services of Redline Communications Network. This contract, set for twelve months, is aimed at Future Technologies Venture, LLC, based in Suwanee, Georgia. It encompasses two annual preventative maintenance visits, replacement of transmission lines, connectors, and lightning arrestors, as well as ensuring optimal antenna performance. Critical emergency maintenance is also stipulated. Additionally, there are requirements for the decommissioning of existing Redline equipment across six towers, which includes the removal of old equipment and cabling. The notice indicates that this is not a competitive bidding opportunity, but interested parties may submit capability statements by a specified deadline (April 30, 2025). The document outlines the points of contact, including the primary agent Neil Mendiola, for any inquiries. Overall, this notice illustrates the government’s commitment to maintaining essential communication infrastructure while navigating procurement processes.
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