Cellular Over the Horizon Enforcement Network (COTHEN) Support Services

This solicitation (Purchase Request 2014-6945, Solicitation Number 70B04C25P20146945) seeks a collaborative partner to provide innovative, cost-effective solutions and services for the COTHEN (Cellular Over-the-Horizon Enforcement Network) High Frequency (HF) radio network. The scope includes maintaining and enhancing the existing network infrastructure, encompassing 22 Fixed Antenna Sites (FASs), Remote Communications Consoles (RCCs), and end-user components across the contiguous U.S., Hawaii, Alaska, Guam, and the Caribbean. Critical requirements include providing interoperable, IP-based unified communications across multiple frequency bands, ensuring maximum network availability through redundancy, utilizing open standards where possible, incorporating global positioning data display, and strict adherence to FISMA, DHS, and NIST security and compliance standards (including MIL-STD 188-141D, FIPS 140-2, NIST SP 800-53 rev 4, and DHS Sensitive System Policy Directive 4300A). The selected contractor will provide program management services, integrated software services (Cellular Controller, Phone Patch, and RCC software), and on-site/remote support for FASs, the Primary Operations Center, and subscriber equipment. The contractor must demonstrate a thorough understanding of HF/ALE technologies and possess the necessary security clearances. All proposed changes to the COTHEN system require documentation, review, and approval prior to implementation. The contract includes a 12-month base period with four 12-month option years.

Notice ID

896d56a74b954f528e4bce56ce84bc8e

Solicitation Number

70B04C25P20146945

NAICS Code

517810

Classification Code

7B22