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Request for Information - Giant Voice/Mass Notification/Public Warning Systems (MNS)

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The Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Charleston is seeking information from vendors regarding Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) Mass Notification Systems (MNS) suitable for use on Navy bases globally. The systems must comply with UFC 4-021-01 standards and be capable of providing both interior and exterior audio notifications through sirens and voice. Key technical requirements include the ability for remote connection of multiple subsystems under a master control system, interfacing with fire alarm control panels, and connectivity via wireless, telephone, or Ethernet, all while meeting NFPA life safety standards. Interested vendors are asked to submit concise responses, limited to five pages, detailing the system’s capabilities, component descriptions, indoor/outdoor audio features, and verification of compliance with the specified standards and additional requirements. They should also provide a brief history of prior Department of Defense experience and at least five references from previous DoD installations with relevant synopses. This request is strictly for information purposes; no procurement will result from it, and no reimbursements or notifications will be provided. Responses are due by August 4, 2006, via email, fax, or mail.

General Info

Seeking vendors for compliant COTS mass notification systems with remote control, audio alerts, DoD experience.

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Department Of Defense → Niwc Atlantic

NAICS

334290 - Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing

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PostedJul 27

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Niwc Atlantic

ContactsNo contacts available

OfficeNORTH CHARLESTON, SC, 29419-9022, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Niwc Atlantic

Office AddressNORTH CHARLESTON, SC, 29419-9022, USA

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Full Description

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY - Due 04 August 2006 - The Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center (SPAWARSYSCEN) Charleston (Code 70 - Intelligence and Information Warfare Systems Engineering Department) is requesting information regarding Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) Mass Notification Systems (MNS) technologies currently available in the marketplace that would allow Navy personnel to provide both interior and exterior audio (siren and voice) notification to personnel on various Navy Bases worldwide. Interested vendor's systems shall be fully compliant with UFC 4-021-01 "Design and O&M: Mass Notification Systems?, Release date 18 December 2002. Additionally, interested parties systems shall be capable of meeting the following additional requirements: Remote connection to multiple systems together such that one "master control system" can initiate sub-systems either individually or concurrently. Interfacing with fire alarm control panels. Achieving connectivity between system components via wireless, telephone, or Ethernet communications. Ability to meet NFPA life safety requirements. Interested parties should provide the following information: System capabilities and component description. Discussion of both indoor and outdoor audio notification capabilities. Verification of compliance with UFC 4-021-01 and discussion of abilities to meet additional requirements discussed above. Provide brief history of prior DoD experience. Provide at least 5 references of previous customers at DoD installations and a brief synopsis of the installations. Interested vendor's responses shall not exceed five (5) pages and shall be in MS Word format. Responses from manufacturers choosing to participate will be utilized to evaluate capabilities of various COTS MNS. Procurement of equipment and material IS NOT part of this request. This is a Request For Information (RFI) only. Responses may be e-mailed to Walt Lancaster at contact@example.gov or faxed to +1 (555) 000-0000 no later than 04 August 2006. Any additional information provided should be submitted as a separately bound document and mailed to the following address no later than 04 August 2006: SPAWARSYSCEN Charleston Attn: Code 742WL (Walt Lancaster) P. O. Box 190022 N. Charleston, SC 29419 THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS AND NO CONTRACT WILL BE AWARDED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. NO REIMBURSEMENT WILL BE MADE FOR ANY COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE PROVISION OF THE INFORMATION REQUESTED IN RESPONSE TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT, NOR ANY FOLLOW-UP INFORMATION REQUESTS. RESPONDENTS WILL NOT BE NOTIFIED OF THE RESULTS OF ANY EVALUATION. The closing date for responses to this announcement is 15:00 EST 04 August 2006.