MSAT G2 hardware and services

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Information Technology Commodities and Telecommunications office issued this combined synopsis/solicitation, 70FA3022R00000006, to procure mobile satellite airtime services. This requirement is classified under NAICS 517410 Satellite Telecommunications and PSC 7G22 IT and Telecom - Network: Satellite and RF Communications Products (HW, Perpetual License Software). The contractor will provide pre-existing, pre-engineered services on the Ligado Networks satellite network to support disaster emergency response communications and continuity of operations throughout the United States. These services provide two-way, push-to-talk dispatch radio and voice telephony to supplement terrestrial networks for FEMA emergency responders.

The scope of work includes transitioning FEMA’s current inventory of devices, activating new hardware, de-activating old devices, and modifying Talk Group configurations during emergency, surge, and non-emergency situations. The contractor must manage work flow processes to capture programmatic approvals, use electronic ordering, and ensure accurate invoicing and reporting. Technical requirements involve resolving trouble reports and managing troubleshooting issues with minimal impact on service. All existing services must be transitioned within seven calendar days of the contract award.

Responses for this solicitation are due by January 24, 2022. Colin Galvin is the designated point of contact for this requirement. The notice includes three attachments: the formal solicitation document, a demonstrated prior experience questionnaire, and the FEMA MSAT G2 Program Statement of Work.