TC Communications - Fiber Optic Upgrade Equipment

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an equipment list detailing specific TC Communications radio fiber equipment and materials required for the opportunity. It serves as a Bill of Materials (BOM) or a list of components that bidders may need to source or account for in their proposals.

The list is categorized by equipment type (GATR, TOWER, BOPS and Command Post) and includes:

• Card Cages: Various JumboSwitch rack-mount card cages (2U and 1U) with high-temperature specifications.
• Interface Cards: TC3840 High Temp 2.5G Combo Cards with SFP and RJ45 ports, and RS232 console ports.
• Miscellaneous Cards: Analog cards with dry contact for rack-mount chassis.
• SFP Transceivers: Single Fiber SFP modules for 1.25G, 20Km, with specific wavelengths and DDM.
• Support Contract Packages: Details on TC Care hardware support at Level 0 (6 months) and Level 1 (1 year), noted as included.
• Installation List of Materials: Includes various networking and cabling components such as cable organizers, connectors, bulk cable (CAT5/5E, Cat3), patch panels, fiber optic cables (single-mode), innerduct, cable ties, and mounting hardware.

Bidders should review this list to understand the specific hardware components required for the opportunity. This information is crucial for:

• Accurately estimating costs.
• Ensuring compliance with specified equipment types and specifications.
• Planning for procurement and integration of these materials.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Request for Quote (RFQ) from the 42nd Contracting Squadron, Maxwell AFB, AL, seeks to procure TC Communications TC8000 series Fiber Optic Transport and TC3800 series JumboSwitch equipment, along with associated accessories. This procurement is specifically for the Maxwell AFB ATC Radio Fiber Upgrade Project and is a brand name solicitation.

• Equipment: TC Communications TC8000 series Fiber Optic Transport and TC3800 series JumboSwitch equipment and associated accessories, as detailed in Attachment 1.

• Compliance: Offers must be for specified TC Communications models and demonstrate full conformance with Attachment 1 technical requirements and compatibility with existing ATCALS fiber runs.

• Source: Only quotes from TC Communications OEMs or authorized TC Communications resellers will be accepted. Open market quotes from non-authorized sources will not be considered.

• Documentation: Offerors must provide OEM standard commercial warranty, manufacturer warranties, equipment manuals, software documentation, and written warranty procedures.

• Condition: Items must be brand new; refurbished items are not authorized.

• Country of Origin: Confirm country of origin for all products and include appropriate DFARS certification documentation if applicable.

• Contract Type: Competitive firm-fixed price delivery order.

• Delivery: FOB Destination, 50 LeMay Plaza, South Maxwell AFB, AL 36112-5965. Specific delivery address is 42d Operation Support Squadron, ATTN: TSgt Carson Meeks, 345 West Selfridge Street, Maxwell AFB, AL 36112-5965, Garage at Bldg. 1013.

• Delivery Deadline: By 4 July 2026.

• Offer Due Date: 12 June 2026, 01:00 pm CDT.

• Submission Method: Submit a dated quote with unit and extended prices, referencing Attachment 1 line numbers exactly. Provide reseller authorization letter if applicable. Email is the preferred method of contact.

• Evaluation Factors (Descending Order):

  1. Brand compliance and technical conformance.
  2. Price.
  3. Warranty and documentation.
  4. Delivery lead time.
  5. Past performance / vendor qualifications.

• Award Basis: Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous to the Government, considering the evaluation factors.

• SAM Registration: Contractors MUST BE REGISTERED and ACTIVE in the DOD System for Award Management (SAM) database at the time of quotation submission to be eligible for award.

• Funds are not presently available; no award will be made until funds are available. The Government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation.

• Attachments: Attachment 1 (Equipment List), Attachment 2 (Clauses).

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document lists and provides the full text for various clauses that are incorporated by reference into the solicitation (FA330026Q0025). It serves as an attachment to provide bidders with the complete wording of these contractual terms.

• Clauses Incorporated by Reference: A table listing clause numbers, alternate/deviation numbers, clause titles, year/month of the clause, and the section of the contract where they apply.
• Clauses in Full Text: Provides the complete text for specific clauses, including:
  • 252.204-7017: Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services-Representation.
  • 252.232-7006: Wide Area WorkFlow Payment Instructions.

Bidders must review these clauses to understand their contractual obligations, requirements, and representations. Key clauses highlighted include those related to:

• Representations regarding covered defense telecommunications equipment or services.
• Payment instructions and procedures via the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system.
• Other requirements such as prohibitions on certain business operations, Buy American Act, child labor, and more.

Understanding these clauses is critical for preparing a compliant proposal and for fulfilling contract requirements if awarded.