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Sole Source Telecom Upgrade: Microwave Relocation, Ericsson Multiplexer, and Energy Station at Sigonella NAS

This opportunity is a sole-source contract modification for telecommunications upgrades at Sigonella U.S. Naval Air Station, Italy, led by NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Sigonella Naples Office. - Scope of Work: - Microwave relocation site survey and design, including topographic and Line of Sight studies - Procurement and installation of Ericsson 6000 series multiplexer hardware and software - Integration with existing proprietary telecom infrastructure - Key hardware: Router 6000, QSFP28 modules, SFP modules, power and grounding cables, installation kits - Software subscriptions and port capacity licenses - Procurement and installation of a 28KW SCR Energy and Storage System - Includes rack module, control unit, battery box, and batteries - Pre-staging, installation, configuration, testing, certification, and integration - Vendors & OEMs: - Sole-source to TIM S.p.A. (Telecom Italia) - Ericsson identified as OEM for multiplexer equipment - Requirements: - All equipment and services must integrate seamlessly with existing TIM S.p.A. network - Detailed testing, certification, and system readiness required - Deliverables include design packages, reports, and cost/schedule estimates - Period of Performance: - Main contract runs from September 2026 to June 2027 (approx. 9 months) - Site survey/design phase from May to September 2026 - Commercial Opportunity: - Sole-source justification under FAR 6.302-1 (only one responsible source) - No option years or annual subscription indicated - Key Products: - Ericsson Router 6000 series hardware and software - 28KW SCR Energy and Storage System - Crane-basket/bridge for site survey - Key Services: - Site survey, design, installation, integration, testing, and certification - Potential Competitors: - Other telecom OEMs (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Huawei, Nokia) could offer similar multiplexer solutions, but integration with TIM S.p.A. infrastructure is required - Energy storage competitors (e.g., Schneider Electric, Eaton, ABB) - Estimated Contract Value: - Likely in the range of $500,000 to $2,000,000 USD, based on scope and equipment

Description

NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Sigonella, intends to award a sole-source modification to existing contract N6817125C0006 with TIM S.p.A. (Telecom Italia).

This modification is being conducted under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) (as implemented by FAR 6.302-1), "Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements."

The proposed modification is for the Microwave relocation site survey, Multiplexer and Energy Station Procurement at Sigonella U.S. Naval Air Station.

The required services must integrate seamlessly with the existing telecommunications network infrastructure. The anticipated period of performance is 21 September 2026 through 29 June 2027. See also attached draft Performance Work Statements.

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