NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLICIT ONLY SOURCE FOR QUANTITY OF ONE (1) POLATIS SERIES 6000 ULTRA SECURE GRADE SINGLEMODE SMF28 OPTICAL MATRIX SWITCH WITH 8 INPUT PORTS AND 8 OUTPUT PORTS (PART NUMBER: S-OST-08x08-LA1-HMHNS)

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW:
The Department of Defense, specifically the Army's Acquisition Center at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), is soliciting a single-source procurement for one (1) Polatis Series 6000 Ultra Secure Grade Singlemode SMF28 Optical Matrix Switch. This switch must feature 8 input ports and 8 output ports, identified by part number S-OST-08x08-LA1-HMHNS. The core need is to enhance secure optical switching capabilities within military applications, ensuring high performance and reliability in sensitive environments.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION:
The issuing organization is the Department of Defense, specifically the Army Acquisition Center at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), located in Adelphi, Maryland, USA. The primary contact for this opportunity is Nyshaun Greene, who can be reached at [email protected].

KEY DATES:

• Posted Date: August 6, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: August 12, 2026
• Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
• Performance Period: Not specified

CONTRACT DETAILS:
The contract type is not explicitly stated, but given the nature of the procurement, it is likely to be a firm-fixed-price contract. The estimated contract value or budget range has not been disclosed, nor are there any option years mentioned.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements to be considered eligible:

• Registration in SAM.gov is required.
• No specific security clearances are mentioned, but given the nature of the procurement, bidders should be prepared to meet any security requirements associated with defense contracts.
• There are no set-aside restrictions indicated (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, etc.).
• Geographic restrictions or place-of-performance requirements are not specified.
• No minimum years of experience or past performance requirements are detailed.
• Bonding or insurance requirements are not mentioned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES:
Bidders must demonstrate expertise in optical switching technology, specifically with the Polatis Series 6000 or similar products. Familiarity with secure optical communications and the ability to integrate with existing military systems may be advantageous.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
Key deliverables include the provision of the optical matrix switch as specified. Performance standards are not detailed, but bidders should be prepared to outline their delivery timelines and any warranties or support services offered.

EVALUATION CRITERIA:
The evaluation criteria for proposals have not been explicitly outlined in the provided information. However, bidders should anticipate that factors such as technical approach, past performance, and price will be considered, with an emphasis on meeting the specific technical requirements of the switch.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
While not mandatory, preferred qualifications may include:

• Experience with similar optical switching technologies.
• Certifications related to secure communications or optical technologies.
• Proven track record of past performance in defense-related contracts.

Bidders should assess their capabilities against these criteria to determine their fit for this procurement opportunity.