Distributed Antenna Maintenance for USNA
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy / NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR NORFOLK is soliciting a sole-source requirement for Distributed Antenna System (DAS) maintenance at the United States Naval Academy (USNA) in Annapolis, MD. This solicitation is exclusively for Allegheny Industries, Inc. to ensure the critical DAS infrastructure remains compliant, interoperable, and fully operational. Quotes are due March 27, 2026, at 09:00 AM.
Scope of Work
This requirement covers annual maintenance services for the USNA's DAS. Key deliverables include:
- Comprehensive system cleaning and performance tuning.
- Delivery of detailed maintenance logs.
- Provision of remote diagnostic support and on-site service calls.
- Annual system 'data walks' to verify and maintain optimal operational functionality.
- Supply of specific materials: one MRU PAM 17E 2100-Extended MRU Amplifier, one MRU PAM 19 1900 MRU Amplifier, and 45 APC Batteries.
- Work is to be performed during business hours (0700-1500), Monday-Friday, excluding federal holidays. Materials must be delivered within 30 days of contract award.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Solicitation
- Period of Performance: April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027
- Set-Aside: None (Unrestricted / Sole-Source)
- Quote Due Date: March 27, 2026, at 09:00 AM
- Published Date: March 24, 2026
Evaluation
Quotes will be evaluated based on PRICE ONLY for reasonableness.
Additional Notes
This is a sole-source acquisition justified by proprietary data limitations. Allegheny Industries, Inc. is identified as the only local Corning-certified source capable of providing the required maintenance due to their unique historical knowledge, specialized expertise, and 12 years of continuous service for the USNA DAS. Soliciting another source would risk service disruption, potential damage, and voiding existing warranties. Quotes are to be submitted electronically to Contract Specialist Ashley Steele at ashley.n.steele8.civ@us.navy.mil.