PKA -CAT-6 Rewiring Fiber Installation - McConnell AFB
ID: F3YCFA5094AC03Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4621 22 CONS PKMCCONNELL AFB, KS, 67221-3702, USA

NAICS

Computer Facilities Management Services (541513)

PSC

IT and Telecom - Network: Satellite Communications and Telecom Access Services (DG11)
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    The Department of Defense, through the 22nd Contracting Squadron, is seeking qualified vendors for the installation of Cat-6 rewiring and fiber infrastructure at McConnell Air Force Base in Kansas. The project involves engineering, furnishing, installing, and testing new Cat-6 cabling in two buildings (B1127 and B1200), while removing outdated Cat-3 and Cat-5 wiring, and includes the installation of a 12-strand single-mode fiber backbone between communication rooms. This upgrade is critical for enhancing the base's communication capabilities and ensuring compliance with military and commercial standards. Interested contractors should submit their capability statements to Scott Cragle at scott.cragle@us.af.mil or TSgt Wesley Neaves at wesley.neaves@us.af.mil, with the subject heading "McConnell AFB Cat 6 Rewiring." Please note that this is a Sources Sought announcement and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the government.

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    The Statement of Objectives (SOO) outlines the requirements for upgrading the ISP communications infrastructure at B1200 on McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The contracted work entails engineering, furnishing, installing, and testing new Cat-6 cabling and a 12-strand single-mode fiber backbone between communication rooms across two floors. The project aims to enhance the existing infrastructure by ensuring all outdated Cat-3 and Cat-5 wiring is removed. Key aspects include compliance with stringent safety, environmental, and project management protocols, with necessary coordination through designated points of contact. The contractor must oversee all personnel, manage project schedules, conduct safety assessments, and provide quality assurance reports. Specific technical requirements focus on optimal cabling practices, proper labeling, installation of new equipment racks, and adhering to applicable military and commercial standards. The performance period will align with contract award dates, and all work must maintain operational consistency for base communications. This SOO serves as a critical tool for meeting the Air Force's infrastructure needs while ensuring adherence to regulations, ultimately aiming to bolster communications capabilities at the facility.
    The Statement of Objectives (SOO) outlines the requirements for upgrading the ISP Communications Infrastructure within Building B1127 at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The contractor will engineer, furnish, install, and test new Cat-6 cabling, replacing outdated Cat-3/Cat-5 wiring. Key project aspects include site coordination, safety compliance, environmental management, and adherence to military and commercial standards. The contractor must provide all necessary materials, ensure proper labeling and organization of cables, and maintain existing services during installation to minimize disruption. The project encompasses thorough documentation, including as-built drawings and a quality control plan, with regular status updates and reports. Specific requirements include the provision of equipment racks, AC power installations, and appropriate cable pathways, ensuring compliance with various safety and operational standards. The document emphasizes the importance of project management, with defined timelines and the necessity of government-furnished property support. This infrastructure upgrade underscores the government's commitment to maintaining robust and secure communication systems capable of supporting current and future operational needs.
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