Dark Fiber Services

The U.S. Air Force, through its Life Cycle Management Center at Hanscom Air Force Base, is seeking a contractor to provide dark fiber services for a critical communications link between Bldg 1646A at Hanscom AFB and the MITRE Corporation in Bedford, Massachusetts. The contract encompasses comprehensive leasing, maintenance, and repair services for an existing 2-strand, single-mode fiber optic cable, ensuring uninterrupted connectivity for mission-essential operations. Responsibilities include both routine and emergency maintenance, as well as necessary "dig-safe" responses and cable location support in accordance with the Statement of Work. This notice, posted on July 21, 2025, with a response deadline of July 24, 2025, is issued as a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation without set-asides, indicating open competition. The contract falls under NAICS code 541519, reflecting a focus on other computer-related services. Key points of contact for the opportunity are Kamryn Anderson and Ashleigh ONeal. The Amendment 1 release adds a question and answer section for prospective bidders. The place of performance is specified as Hanscom AFB, MA, and all services must adhere to the requirements outlined to ensure reliable fiber operations between the designated endpoints.