Siemens RUGGEDCOM Equipment – NSWCPD, Division 54 (Code 543)
ID: N6449825R0508Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNSWC PHILADELPHIA DIVPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19112-1403, USA

NAICS

Telephone Apparatus Manufacturing (334210)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT (5895)

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https://sam.gov/opp/54702b3fd8d04370a07019e0db1586d2/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD), is seeking sources for Siemens RUGGEDCOM equipment as part of its Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HM&E) and Navigation network infrastructures for various ship classes. The procurement aims to acquire Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) industrial-grade networking hardware and components, which are critical for ongoing modernization and new ship acquisition programs. The equipment, detailed in the accompanying materials listing, includes essential components such as line modules, control modules, and power supplies designed for high-speed data transmission and environmental resilience in harsh conditions. Interested vendors must submit capability statements by 1600 EST on April 29, 2025, to Dana Maconi at dana.l.maconi.civ@us.navy.mil, with a copy to Matthew D. Parlett at matthew.d.parlett.civ@us.navy.mil, ensuring to include the specified information and adhere to submission guidelines.

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    SIEMENS RUGGEDCOM MATERIAL LISTING - RFI ATTACHMENT I.xlsx
    The document is a comprehensive materials listing related to the RUGGEDCOM MX5000 series, detailing various components and modules essential for industrial-grade networking solutions. It includes specific item numbers, nomenclature, quantities, and descriptions of items such as line modules, control modules, rack mount kits, and power supplies. The components support functionalities including high-speed data transmission over fiber optics, Layer 3 routing, and environmental resilience, suitable for harsh industrial settings. Within the listing, several components are emphasized, including line modules with varying capabilities, such as multimode and singlemode fiber optics, application processing engines, and necessary mounting hardware. Additionally, certain items are specified for unique configurations, such as standard and security editions of control modules. The entire collection is oriented towards supporting government and industrial operations that demand robust and durable networking solutions. This document is aligned with RFPs and grant application requirements, ensuring that potential acquisitions meet strict specifications for reliability and performance in critical infrastructure environments.
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