Fiber Optic Switches

PSC Category 6021 (Fiber Optic Switches) encompasses networking hardware specifically focused on fiber optic switching technologies used in government and military information technology infrastructure. These switches are critical components for high-speed, high-reliability data transmission networks, supporting communication and data routing across various federal agency environments. The products typically include advanced network switching equipment from manufacturers like Cisco, designed to facilitate complex telecommunications and computing infrastructure requirements.

Federal Contract Awards in this category demonstrate consistent procurement activity across multiple defense and civilian agencies, with contract values ranging from approximately $1,600 to nearly $14 million. The U.S. Air Force emerges as the most frequent awarding agency, utilizing vehicles like the Second Generation Information Technology (2GIT) Blanket Purchase Agreement and Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contracts. Frequently awarded contractors include Sterling Computers Corporation, World Wide Technology LLC, and Iron Bow Technologies, with most awards being firm fixed-price purchase orders or delivery orders. Notably, while most awards do not have specific set-aside designations, several involve small business, women-owned, and veteran-owned businesses. Performance locations span multiple states and international military bases, including locations in South Korea.

The most recent federal contract opportunity involves the U.S. Consulate in Karachi seeking power supplies for Cisco Catalyst 9200L network switches. This specific solicitation requests 12 hot swappable power supplies and 24 compatible power cords, with an open market approach and no specific set-aside designation. The procurement is structured as a firm-fixed price purchase order, with bids due by December 23, 2024, and delivery required within 15-25 days after purchase order receipt. The opportunity emphasizes competitive pricing, genuine product quality, and vendors' capability to meet strict delivery schedules for specialized networking infrastructure components.