LSJ LANTERN cisco REDACTED.pdf

This document is a Limited Sources Justification and Approval (J&A) for the United States Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) at Hanscom Air Force Base. The procurement seeks to replace an end-of-life network router and connectors for the Defense Research & Engineering Network (DREN) infrastructure, utilizing the Cisco GEMSS (Government Enterprise Modernization Software & Support) agreement.

The specific procurement includes one Cisco Catalyst 8500-12X4QC Edge Platform and 30 SFP modules (20x 10GBASE-SR and 10x 10GBASE-LR Enterprise-Class modules). The justification emphasizes the unique Cisco configuration requirements and proprietary protocols used in the current network, which would necessitate significant retraining and potential disruption if alternative vendor equipment were procured. The contract is a Firm Fixed Price type using FY25 3600 RDT&E funds, with a requested delivery timeframe of 30 days after contract award and a total performance period not to exceed 12 months. Market research indicated at least two capable vendors can meet government requirements through the 2GIT (GSA IT Schedule) vehicle.