Description
The US Army is providing notice of its intention to award a sole source contract for commercial internet services at Fort Hood, Texas. The contract will establish and provide high-speed and secure wireless internet for government, contractors, inventory systems, and security devices throughout a warehouse facility. The work includes a site survey, network design, installation of internet and LAN/WLAN infrastructure, testing, and verification of performance benchmarks. The contract is for a base year with four option years, with the period of performance subject to change.
Key highlights of the scope of work include:
• Installation and configuration of internet and LAN/WLAN infrastructure
• Testing and verification of performance benchmarks
• Installation of structured cabling for data drops, access points, and backbone connections
• Installation and configuration of managed network switches, routers, and firewalls
• Deployment of Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) access points for full coverage across the warehouse, administrative offices, and loading zones
• Installation of network racks, patch panels, cable management, and surge protection systems
• Performance of cable labeling, routing, and certification testing