Satellite Hotspots with Data/SMS service plans
The Fishery Sampling Branch of the Northeast Fisheries Science Center (NEFSC), Woods Hole, MA is seeking four (4) Iridium Go! Satellite Hotspots or equivalent units to include twelve months of unlimited data/SMS service plans for each unit. The Government shall have the option to order up to fifty-four (54) additional Iridium Go! Satellite Hotspots or equivalent units plus service plans over the next twelve months based on the availability of funds.
This is a Brand Name or equal requirement in accordance with FAR Provision 52.211-6. The satellite hotspots shall be Iridium Go! Satellite Hotspots or equivalent and meet the following features and characteristics:
Durability Features:
• MIL-STD-810G certified (4’ drop, shock, vibration, rain, dust, sand, altitude,
freeze/thaw, high/low temperatures, temperature shock, humidity, explosive atmosphere)
• Certified sealed all-weather design
Dimensions & Weight:
• Maximum of 4.5”(L) x 3.25”(W) x 1.25”(H)
• Maximum of 10.4 ounces
Satellite WI-FI, Connectivity & Supported Operating Systems:
• Operate anywhere on the planet as long as the device is exposed to the open sky.
• Wi-Fi range of 100 feet or 30.5 meters.
• Capable of SMS text messaging and text only email messages using e-mail application
providing fast communication ability.
• Can support voice calling, internet, GPS, and SOS Alert. SOS Alert Button with global
response service (GEOS). GPS coordinates with GPS tracking application and location
services.
• Supported operating systems shall include iOS, Android 2.3.x Gingerbread, 3.x.x
Honeycomb, 4.0.x Ice Cream Sandwich, and 4.1.x/4.2 Jelly Beam with updated versions
to be made available to follow Android releases. Internet access shall be accessed
through iOS or Android
applications installed on smartphones or tablets.
• Require up to 5 connected devices. Startup time (from powering the device on) is one minute.
Router-Based Unrestricted Digital Internetworking Connectivity Solutions (RUDICS):
• RUDICS is an enhanced data service that allows customers who have requirements for
large data transfers the ability to transfer data via reliable, affordable, multi-protocol
Mobile Originated (MO) and Mobile Terminated (MT) circuit switched data connectivity
across the satellite network.
The Delivery date for the four (4) Hotspot units and satellite service is no later than July 28, 2014. The Optional units, if ordered between date of award and August 1, 2015, would require delivery within two (2) weeks of option exercise.
This requirement is 100% set aside for small business concerns. This acquisition will be awarded as a firm -fixed price order under simplified acquisition procedures. Quotes are due no later than July 15, 2014 at 4:00 PM EST. All responsible sources may submit a quote to [email protected] or via fax to 508-495-2004 which shall be considered by the agency. To be eligible for award, vendors must obtain a DUNS number and be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM) www.Sam.gov. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for the acquisition is 517410, Satellite Telecommunications. The small business size standard is $30 Million. Copies of the solicitation will only be posted on FedBizOpps. Each potential quoter is responsible for checking this website to gain all the updates or amendments to any and all documents. No paper copies of the solicitation will be issued. No telephone, facsimile, or written requests will be accepted. Inquiries will only be accepted via email to: [email protected].
Kelly A. Taranto, Phone 508-495-2312, Fax 508-495-2004, Email [email protected] - Susan Henderson, Phone 508-495-2206, Email [email protected]
