Notice of Intent to Sole Source
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE MEDIA ACTIVITY (DMA)HQ DEFENSE MEDIA ACTIVITYFORT MEADE, MD, 20755, USA

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR) (DG01)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ded59a0b6be84552b644786f34b464f8/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Media Activity (DMA), has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for the upgrade of the Digital Video Broadcast (DVB-S2) system utilized by the American Forces Network (AFN). This procurement aims to replace aging components that are nearing the end of manufacturer support, ensuring the continued delivery of full-time television services to over one million U.S. service members and their families stationed worldwide, including those on U.S. Navy ships. The initiative is critical for maintaining operational capabilities in military communications, as the AFN-Broadcast Center in Riverside, California, distributes multiple channels of American radio and television programs across various regions. Interested parties can reach out to Nicole R. Dorsey at nicole.r.dorsey.civ@mail.mil or call 443-679-0192 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Nicole R Dorsey
    (443) 679-0192
    nicole.r.dorsey.civ@mail.mil
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    A9 Intent to Sole Source S2.pdf
    The document outlines a Notice of Intent to Sole Source from the Office of the Secretary of Defense regarding the American Forces Network (AFN), which provides radio and television services to over one million U.S. service members and their families worldwide. The AFN-Broadcast Center seeks to update its Digital Video Broadcast (DVB-S2) system for satellite encoding, encryption, and distribution due to aging components that are nearing the end of manufacturer support. The AFN aims to integrate equipment already owned by the Defense Media Activity and ensure continued delivery of full-time television services to U.S. Navy ships. The requirement is categorized as proprietary, with no other competing products available that meet operational needs. The document notes that the government will pursue market research for potential future competitive sourcing options. This summary reveals an initiative to enhance broadcast capabilities while maintaining compliance with distinct operational frameworks within military communications.
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