DEOMI Internet Service Provider
Closed Special Notice Posted
- Solicitation number
- H9821024QE004
- Agency
-
Defense Human Resources Activity
Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 51711 Wired and Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite)
- Place of performance
- Patrick AFB, Florida 32925, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Defense Human Resources Activity (DHRA) has issued a Special Notice for a sole source purchase order to upgrade and continue internet services at the Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute (DEOMI). The DHRA intends to award this contract to the incumbent provider, Charter Communications (Spectrum), due to their existing infrastructure and capabilities on the installation.
The purpose of this effort is to upgrade the existing 1GB coaxial cable internet connection at DEOMI to a 5Gbps fiber optic cable connection to enhance internet speed and reliability. The key requirements include installing fiber optic cable, configuring the network, conducting testing to achieve a minimum internet speed of 5Gbps download and upload with 99.9% uptime, providing documentation and training, and completing the installation within 60 days. The contractor must also comply with various security and records management requirements. This sole source opportunity is due to Spectrum's existing presence and capabilities, which allow for a swift and efficient upgrade process, avoiding potential setbacks associated with new installations.
Notice text
DHRA intends to solicit and award a sole source purchase order to Charter Communications Operating LLC (Spectrum) around 13 September 2024, for the upgrade and continuation of internet services. The action is under the simplified acquisition threshold using the procedures of FAR Part 13. This effort will be sole source due to several key factors: Charter Communications already maintains fiber connections on Patrick Space Force Base, ensuring seamless integration and minimal disruption during the upgrade process. DEOMI is currently utilizing Spectrum's equipment, services, and wiring infrastructure, which are specifically tailored to meet our needs, and only Spectrum can upgrade these services, ensuring compatibility and continuity. Opting for any other company would introduce significant delays, such as the need for new permits, extensive site surveys, and the installation of new infrastructure, all of which could extend the timeline by several months. Additionally, choosing another provider would result in substantial duplication of costs to the Government, including expenses for new equipment procurement, additional labor for installation and testing, and potential downtime costs during the transition period, none of which are expected to be recovered through competition. Spectrum's existing presence and capabilities allow for a swift and efficient upgrade process, avoiding potential setbacks associated with new installations.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| DEOMI Internet Upgrade-Fiber-PWS-FINAL.pdf |
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