United States Air Force, Air Force Space Command, 341CONS, Malmstrom AFB, MT, 7015 Goddard Drive, Malmstrom AFB, MT, 59402-6863

M -- COMMUNICATION FUNCTIONS SOL F24604-98-R0010 POC Bill Martin, Flight Chief, Base Support, Phone 632-4018, Fax 632-4005, Email martinb@malmstrom.af.mil WEB: Visit this URL for the latest information about this, http://www.eps.gov/cgi-bin/WebObjects/EPS?ACode=R&;ProjID=F24604-98-R00 10&LocID=591. E-MAIL: Bill Martin, martinb@malmstrom.af.mil. The Operational Contracting Office is seeking sources to participate in an OMB Circular, A-76 Cost Comparison study for selected functions of the 341st Communications Squadron at Malmstrom AFB, MT. This is the initial phase of the study to locate responsible sources to participate. The A-76 study will determine if it is more economical to contract out the functions to a commercial activity or retain operation within government means. At a later date, after solicitation has been prepared, responsible sources who have indicated a willingness to participate will be sent a solicitation to bid on the proposed work. The solicitation number affixed to the announcement is for convenience and tracking purposes only, at this time. Use number F24604 98 R0010 and 341st Communications Squadron when responding to this notice. Responses to this notice should include your firm's name and address. Indicate whether your firm is a Large or Small Business as defined within part 19 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation; and any other information you may have that may indicate to the government that your firm is a responsible prospective contractor. You may submit your company catalog/brochure. At this time it has not been determined if or how many option periods may be included. A basic performance period of one year plus one to four option periods may be included. Firms may respond to this notice to the address listed above or by FAX to 406-731-4005. Recommend confirmation of FAX receipt if responding by FAX. Following is the narrative of the proposed services that are within the A-76 Cost Comparison Study. The narrative may not be all inclusive, but will provide the information for you to make a reasonable assumption of the services that may be included. The 341st Communications Squadron is currently responsible to the 341 Space Wing for providing communications services to the wing and its tenant units. The contractor shall provide communications services of the Base Information Transfer Center (BITC), Base Telecommunications Center (TCC)/Data Processing Support, Visual Information to include Graphics, Photo/Video service, Network Control Center (NCC) to include Help Desk and Small Computer Management/Maintenance, Communications-Computer Information Management and Records Management (IM), Telephone Switchboard Operations, Secure Communications Maintenance, Information Assurance (IA), Land Mobile Radio Support and Service (LMR), Maintenance Control (MC), and Base Radio Maintenance. The duties include but are not limited to: BITC, expedient delivery of official mail and electronic mail to over 3,900 military personnel, while managing document security of registered, certified and express accountable mail. TCC/ Data Processing Support: Provides reliable, secure handling of base Automated Digital Network (AUTODIN) traffic (to be replaced in near future with Defense Message System). Shall provide local support for customers and systems of any Defense Megacenter with a community of interest on the base. VI: Provide visual informationadvice and assistance; graphic arts services and products; photographic and video studio and field location documentation; emergency graphic arts and photographic requirements ; photographic and electronic image processing and printing; video duplication services and product ; operate base cable TV system; equipment maintenance and repair. NCC: Manages base level command, control, communications, computer and intelligence (C4I) network support, that provide the warfighter and business users the information resources needed to achieve their operational objectives. The single focal point (Help Desk) for base network management, and problem resolution. Track, control, schedule maintenance and repair of C4 assets. It is the base level central point of contact for mission Command and Control (C2) and business systems which are part of the base network. Provides hardware/software technical solutions, and accurate resource accountability. As configuration management, responsible for reviewing, coordinating, validating and processing all requirements and requisitioning of on-base computer hardware/software to include local purchase items. Responsible for maintaining network operations. Responsible to provide training to wing customers on areas within this function as required. IM: Maintains records and publications files for the functions contained in this activity. Responsible to provide administrative assistance for this activity. Telephone Switchboard Operations: Provides immediate assistance by connecting callers to appropriate agencies. Controls use of 151 telephone trunk lines, connecting approximately 4,000 telephone extensions into the defense switched network local and long distance commercial services. Maintains accurate directory of all base telephone numbers. Secure Communications Maintenance: Maintains cryptographic equipment and its associated communications equipment and associated red and black lines. IA: Manages wing level information protection programs to include Information Protection Assessment and Assistance Program (IPAP), Communications Security (COMSEC), Computer Security (COMPUSEC), Emissions Security (EMSEC), Security Awareness, Training and Education Program (SATE), Secure Telephone Unit (STU-III) User Representative, Certification Authority and System Administrator for Certification Authority Workstation of Defense Message System. LMR: Manages assests and provides radio network control and management for all wing LMR networks. Provides Spectrum Management support for all frequencies used by the 341st SW. MC: Monitors, coordinates, and controls use of manpower and materiel in support of communications maintenance. Base Radio Maintenance: Maintains Base Radio communication systems to include but not limited to: UHF AN/GRT-22, AN/GRR-24, AN/URC-119, Dictaphone Digital recorder, Malmstrom Giant Voice and Public Address support. With the exception of NCC (Help Desk), TCC, and Telephone Switchboard Operations, the functions within this activity work normal business hours with qualified personnel on call. NCC (Help Desk), TCC, and Telephone Switchboard Operations work 24 hr/ 7 day a week schedule. MC provides 24 hr/7day a week local point of contact, in addition to normal business hours, for emergency restoral of priority systems, contingency requirements and other non-routine situations. Posted 03/12/99 (D-SN307910). (0071)

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