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Shipboard Secure Communications and SATCOM Provision

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Response Deadline10/15/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract, managed by the Department of Defense under Mschq Norfolk, focuses on the provision and maintenance of wideband satellite communications for prime contractors supporting Military Sealift Command transport projects. The scope of work includes the delivery of FLEET Broadband 500 Terminals equipped with Sim Chips and commercial wideband SATCOM featuring a minimum committed information rate of 1024/512 Kbps. The technical requirements involve installing Ethernet network connection points and routable IP addresses to establish a fully operational ship-to-shore communication transport path. Performance for this contract is designated for Hakozaki, with a response deadline set for October 15, 2026.

General Info

Agency

Department Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk

NAICS

517410 - Satellite Telecommunications

Place of Performance

Hakozaki, VA, JPN

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of N3220527R6008.

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Timeline

PostedOct 8

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Response DeadlineOct 15

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10/15/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin 6 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk

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Supplies and maintains wideband satellite communications for prime contractors on Military Sealift Command transport projects. Provisions FLEET Broadband (FBB) 500 Terminals with Sim Chips (ISDN 64K UDI 3.1khz) and commercial wideband SATCOM with minimum CIR of 1024/512 Kbps. Installs Ethernet network connection points and routable IP addresses. Delivers an operational ship-to-shore communication transport path.

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