Fiber Optic Connectivity

Project ID: 75D30126Q78862 FederalOpportunitiesSolicitation

Overview

Agency	Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Deadline	02/25/26
Posted	02/18/26
Estimated Value	Not Provided
Set Aside	Small Business
NAICS	512191 - Teleproduction and Other Postproduction Services
PSC	R499 - Support- Professional: Other
Location	Atlanta, GA 30333 United States

Description

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The purpose is to establish broadcast-quality video connectivity that enables the agency to engage in live or recorded national media interviews, either directly with news media outlets across the United States or via a satellite and fiber transmission hub used to relay signals to major media networks and professional video production organizations. This connectivity is essential for supporting timely communication during public health emergencies or media campaigns. The contract includes the provision of two outbound and two inbound independent HD-SDI signal paths to allow for simultaneous send and receive capabilities, as well as redundancy to ensure reliable, uninterrupted service. The contractor shall provide telecommunication support services to enable the transmission and reception of high-definition (HD) broadcast signal feeds to and from the CDC Harkin Global Communication Center and major media outlets. This includes the installation of all necessary transmitting and receiving equipment to establish functional broadcast connections. Installation must be completed within three (3) business days following the award of the contract. Prior to installation, the contractor must submit an itemized list of all equipment, including manufacturer names and model numbers. Additionally, the contractor shall be responsible for the continuous 24/7 monitoring and maintenance of the broadcast connections to ensure uninterrupted service.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is seeking to establish broadcast-quality video connectivity to facilitate live or recorded national media interviews. This initiative is crucial for timely communication during public health emergencies or media campaigns. The CDC Broadcast Studio, managed by the Broadcast and Multimedia Branch in the Division of Media Relations, plays a key role in executing the agency's communication strategy through various formats that deliver health messages to diverse audiences. Reliable video connectivity is essential for ensuring that important public health messages are broadcasted effectively. Work Details The contractor will provide telecommunication support services to enable high-definition (HD) broadcast signal feeds between the CDC Harkin Global Communication Center and major media outlets. Key tasks include: 1. **Installation of Equipment**: Within three calendar days of contract award, the contractor must install all necessary transmitting and receiving equipment, ensure seamless integration with existing CDC Broadcast equipment, and verify operational readiness for signal transmission and receipt. 2. **Establish Broadcast Connectivity**: The contractor shall enable broadcast-quality signal transmission with two independent HD transmit signal paths and two independent HD receive signal paths, ensuring connection to the CDC Harkin Global Communications Center and compliance with commercial-quality video transport standards. 3. **24/7 Monitoring and Maintenance**: Continuous monitoring of signal connectivity will be required, along with routine maintenance and troubleshooting to address any service interruptions or degradations immediately. 4. **Cybersecurity Compliance**: If CDC business data is transmitted over fiber lines, coordination with the CDC CyberSecurity Program Office is necessary to ensure compliance with federal cybersecurity standards. Period of Performance March 1, 2026 – February 28, 2031, including multiple option periods. Place of Performance CDC Broadcast Studios, Building 19, 1600 Clifton Road, Atlanta, Georgia 30333

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