Eastern Range Launch Pad Lightning Warning System Sole Source
ID: FA252123C0010Type: Justification
AwardedMar 31, 2023
Award #:FA252123C0010
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2521 45 CONS LGCPATRICK SFB, FL, 32925-3237, USA

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A20)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/725a71c47ecd4bf8882ad406c0c9fd96/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking to procure a Lightning Warning System for the Eastern Range Launch Pad through a sole source justification. This procurement aims to enhance safety measures by implementing a reliable lightning warning system that is critical for operations at the launch pad. The system is categorized under IT and Telecom application development software, indicating its technological significance in ensuring operational readiness and safety during launch activities. Interested parties can reach out to Edwin Baldomero at edwin.baldomero.1@spaceforce.mil or call 321-494-5560 for further details regarding this opportunity.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Edwin Baldomero
    (321) 494-5560
    edwin.baldomero.1@spaceforce.mil
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    LPLWS JA_Redacted.pdf
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