# Aruba WiFi Defender Canonical: https://abierto.us/opportunities/n0017824q6652 - Solicitation number: N0017824Q6652 - Notice type: Combined synopsis and solicitation - Status: Awarded to Kitco Fiber Optics Inc. - Department: Department of the Navy - Agency: Department of the Navy - Contracting office: NSWC Dahlgren (N00178) - NAICS: 335921 Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing - Product or service code: 7G21 Digital network communications hardware, software, and other equipment used within the core data centers and work areas, connecting end users to the organization's Local Area Network (LAN). Wide Area Network (WAN) digital transmission equipment, supporting hardware and software directly connecting data centers, offices and third parties. Includes 1) external digital network transport equipment (Outside Plant) physical communications infrastructure connecting to LAN/WAN end points 2) copper and fiber communications systems, and 3) cellular infrastructure such as towers, repeaters, switching systems dedicated for cellular communication. Products and tools that enable or distribute voice services through on-premise digital equipment including PBX, VoIP, voicemail and handsets. - Place of performance: Dahlgren, Virginia - County: King George County (FIPS 51099). https://abierto.us/counties/king-george-county-va-51099 - City: Dahlgren. https://abierto.us/cities/dahlgren-va-5121008 - First posted: January 5, 2024 - Last posted: January 5, 2024 - SAM.gov: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/bb09cf38cb9448efbd1340807426966e/view ## Description **COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION #:** **N0017824Q6652 Submitted by:** **Karen Major NAICS Code:** **335921 FSC Code:** 7G21 Anticipated Date to be published in SAM.gov: **5 January 2024 Anticipated Closing Date:** **18 January 2024 Contracts POC Name:** **Karen Major Telephone#:** **540-742-8863 Email Address:** **Karen.l.major7.civ@us.navy.mil Code and Description:** **7G – IT and Telecom - Network:** Digital Network Products (Hardware and Perpetual License Software) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Synopsis/Solicitation N0017824Q6652 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The synopsis/solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Regulation as indicated in the attached SF1449. The SF1449 form is being utilized to generate the applicable clauses from the Standard Procurement System. This requirement is not eligible for small business set-aside. Material must be TAA compliant. The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), intends to procure on a Brand Name or Equal basis for KITCO Fiber Optics Incorporated manufactured products. This unique hardware is a vital component to existing systems presently installed that has major efforts in the system development as well as certification has occurred using these cables substitution of another part would involve a complete redesign, require additional certification, and would cause unacceptable delays in fulfilling mission requirements and time sensitive operational support. KITCO Fiber Optics, Inc. is located in Norfolk, VA. Please include shipping/freight cost to Dahlgren, VA 22448-5114. Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) will be utilized for award in accordance with FAR Part 13. The order shall be firm fixed price. All responsible offerors must submit, with its offer, the representation required in paragraph (c) of FAR solicitation provision 52.212-3. Offerors must complete the following representations when the resulting contract is for supplies to be delivered or services to be performed in the United States or its outlying areas, or when the contracting officer has applied FAR Part 19. All offerors may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency. The completion and submission to the Government of an offer shall indicate the Offeror’s unconditional agreement to the terms and conditions in this solicitation. Offers may be rejected if an exception to the terms or conditions set forth in this solicitation is taken. At time of proposal submission please submit any historical data as well as published pricing. Quotes will only be accepted from authorized re-sellers who have provided a Letter of Authorization. Award will be made based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable. In order to be eligible for award, firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). Offerors may obtain information on registration in SAM by calling 866-606-8220, or via the Internet at https://www.sam.gov. Quote is due 18 January 2024, no later than 12:00 p.m. EST with an anticipated award date by 18 February 2024. Questions and responses regarding this synopsis/solicitation may be submitted by e-mail to Karen.l.major7.civ@us.navy.mil prior to the RFQ closing. Email should reference Synopsis/Solicitation Number N0017824Q6652 in the subject line. Attachments – -SF1449: Solicitation for Commercial Items ## Award on USAspending - Recipient: Kitco Fiber Optics Inc. (UEI C18KXNHETC95) - Contract: N0017824P6652, purchase order - Obligated: $65,103.84 - Competition: Competed Under SAP, 13 offers received - Link: solicitation number N0017824Q6652 equals the FPDS solicitation identifier; same awarding office N00178 (high confidence) - Record: https://www.usaspending.gov/award/CONT_AWD_N0017824P6652_9700_-NONE-_-NONE-/ ## Publications - January 5, 2024: Combined synopsis and solicitation, due January 18, 2024 at 12:00 PM EST. Notice 9d2c51954ff94cb6a8afde1c9b1bbbd6. https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/9d2c51954ff94cb6a8afde1c9b1bbbd6/view - January 5, 2024: Combined synopsis and solicitation, due January 18, 2024 at 12:00 PM EST. Notice bb09cf38cb9448efbd1340807426966e. https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/bb09cf38cb9448efbd1340807426966e/view ## Points of contact - Karen Major, karen.l.major7.civ@us.navy.mil, 5407428863 --- Source: SAM.gov Contract Opportunities bulk extract and USAspending.gov award data. 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