RFI2025-0001_Sources Sought Notice.pdf

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

TELECOMMUNICATIONS SOLUTIONS

RFI #: RFI2025-0001

Date Issued: 19 Sep 2025

Issuing Office: AFLCMC/HNC

NAICS: 517911

Response Due Date: 3 Oct 2025

Point of Contact: Donald R. Chatham, Contracting Officer

1. Introduction

The U.S. Government (USG) issues this Sources Sought Notice to identify potential sources capable of delivering advanced telecommunications solutions. Information is sought from qualified vendors that can support telecommunications operations across various U.S. military command areas, including CENTCOM, AFRICOM, INDOPACOM, EUCOM, NORTHCOM, and SOUTHCOM.

This notice serves as market research and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP), Invitation to Bid, or Request for Quotation. There is no commitment by the U.S. Government to issue a contract or procurement.

2. Background

The telecommunications landscape is evolving rapidly, spurred by advancements in wireless network technologies. With legacy systems, such as 2G and 3G networks, declining in use, it is essential to adopt innovative solutions to support current and future telecommunications needs.

The deployment of 4G, 5G and even 6G technologies brings both challenges and opportunities, necessitating advanced telecommunications solutions that can adapt dynamically to changing operational contexts.

3. Objective

The purpose of this Sources Sought Notice is to identify potential sources that can provide reliable, scalable telecommunications solutions. These solutions must ensure continuous access to telecommunications infrastructure while being adaptable to the evolving global telecommunications landscape.

Desired capabilities should support mission-critical operations within the areas of responsibility for CENTCOM, AFRICOM, INDOPACOM, EUCOM, NORTHCOM, and SOUTHCOM, utilizing appropriate technologies for a given geographical area.

4. Scope

This procurement may include the development, integration, and deployment of tele-communications solutions across diverse operational environments. The solutions should be secure, reliable, and flexible, allowing for effective operation in both current and future wireless contexts. Vendors are asked to showcase their expertise in all telecommunication network architectures, with a focus on innovation and resilience.

5. Required Capabilities

5.1 Telecommunications Access Solutions

• Scalability and Security: Solutions must provide continuous and secure access to both commercial and/or private telecommunications infrastructure.

• Operational Availability: Desired solutions should guarantee high availability rates, aiming for 99.999% uptime for mission-critical operations across multiple Combatant Commands.

• Monitoring and Reporting: Solutions must feature tools for real-time monitoring and reporting on network performance, presenting actionable insights on service quality.

• User Interface: An intuitive web-based user interface is required, enabling users to manage capabilities with minimal training.

• Mission Flexibility: Support for secure access from multiple locations with continuity of operations, even when the primary platform is unavailable.

5.2 Telecommunication Services Control

• Selective Control and Manipulation: Vendors should be able to provide capability for selective management of telecommunications services on both commercial and private networks.

• Collection: Solutions must include the ability to selectively collect tele-communications traffic on specified networks.

• Monitoring and Feedback: Implement real-time monitoring mechanisms that allow the

Warfighter to effectively manage operations.

5.3 Remote Management

• SIM Management: Solutions for remote management of Subscriber Identity Module

(SIM) operations are required.

5.4 Messaging System

• Secure Communications: A messaging system must be developed for secure communication transmission, compatible with dynamic identifier assignments.

5.5 Geo-Location and Data Extraction

• Real-Time Geo-Location: The solution should provide real-time geo-location capabilities for telecommunications devices.

• Data Extraction: Mechanisms for extracting essential data from telecommunications networks to inform operations and decision-making.

6. Submission Instructions

6.1 Response Requirements:

Interested parties must submit a capabilities statement that includes:

• Company Information: Overview including business size, NAICS code, relevant experience, years in business, Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) code, and contact information.

• Experience: Detailed description of experience in similar telecommunications solutions, with examples relevant to the required capabilities.

• Technical Capability: Demonstration of ability to meet technical requirements, focusing on innovation and adaptability.

• Security Compliance: Overview of the company’s capacity to handle secure information, including any relevant personnel clearances.

6.2 Submission Format and Deadline:

Responses should be sent electronically via JWICS to the POC email addresses listed below by 3

October 2025 / 4:30PM (CST).

Submissions should not exceed 15 pages (front to back; single or double spaced, minimum font size: 11) and must be in .pdf format.

Any vendor questions to this notice must be sent via JWICS to the contact POC’s below no later than 25 September 2025 / 4:30PM (CST).

Responses to this RFI shall be submitted via JWICS to the following email addresses:

• Donald R. Chatham, Contracting Officer, Email: donald.chatham@af.ic.gov

• Capt Joseph Lindsley, Program Manager, Email: joseph.lindsley@af.ic.gov

6.3 Disclaimer:

This notice represents a market research effort and does not constitute a contractual commitment by the U.S. Government. Costs incurred in responding to this notice are the responsibility of the vendor, and participation does not guarantee future solicitation/contract opportunities.

7. Contact Information

For questions regarding this notice, please contact:

Donald R. Chatham

Contracting Officer

AFLCMC/HNC

Email: donald.chatham.3@us.af.mil

Phone: 210-925-0541