ELMR Backhaul Ethernet Migration

The U.S. Air Force 509th Contracting Squadron at Whiteman AFB, Missouri is conducting a Sources Sought to identify potential vendors capable of performing ELMR Backhaul Ethernet Migration services. The procurement involves modernizing the Enhanced Land Mobile Radio (ELMR) backhaul network by migrating from T1 to Layer 3 Ethernet circuits, including the supply and installation of Juniper enterprise-grade routers and switches at local and remote sites. Key technical requirements include Layer 3 routed circuits with Quality of Service specifications, minimal packet loss, low latency, and specific bandwidth allocations of 100 Mbps from zone cores to remote bases and 10 Mbps from sites to cores. Contractors must provide comprehensive system integration services including project management, system engineering, installation, configuration, testing, cybersecurity support, monthly vulnerability scanning, and annual STIG audits. Responses must be submitted via email to Lt Brittainy Shirley and Elizabeth Smith by 8:00 AM CST on Monday, June 23, 2025, and must include a capabilities statement addressing project timeline, start capability, concerns, and recommendations for SOW clarification.

This opportunity does not utilize any set-aside designation and appears to be open to all qualified contractors. The Statement of Work specifically identifies Motorola Solutions as the entity that will provide the migration services, suggesting they may be the incumbent or designated contractor for this effort. The project must be completed no later than July 31, 2025, to meet Department of Defense mandates, with work primarily conducted during standard business hours from 0700-1600, Monday through Friday. The scope includes providing a one-year manufacturer's warranty with 24/7 technical support following installation. No specific contract value or budget range has been disclosed in this Sources Sought notice. The procurement falls under NAICS code 334220 for Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing.