60--FIBER OPTIC CABLE INSTALLATION

The 161st Air Refueling Wing in Phoenix, Arizona, plans to award a sole source firm-fixed price contract to QWEST Government Solutions for fiber optic cable installation and related accessories. This contract falls under NAICS code 238210, which covers specialty trade contractors, with a size standard of $14 million. The acquisition will be conducted without competition based on the justification that QWEST is the only responsible source capable of fulfilling the agency’s needs, in accordance with FAR 6.302-1 and 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1). No solicitation document will be issued, and the government will not entertain telephone inquiries; however, firms that believe they can meet the requirements on a brand name or equal basis may submit written notifications and supporting documentation within ten calendar days from the notice’s publication date. This contract pertains specifically to fiber optic cable installation work for the Department of Defense’s 161st Air Refueling Wing, with the office located in Phoenix, AZ. All responses or questions regarding this contract opportunity should be directed exclusively to the designated Contract Specialist, Ana Cousins, via email or phone as provided. The government reserves full discretion to proceed without competition based on the responses received to this notice, and no solicitation or competitive quotes will be sought from other sources. This arrangement underscores the government’s intent to quickly secure specialized installation services critical to its operational requirements.