Global Distribution Management System (GDMS) in Iraq

Provide a robust Global Distribution Management System (GDMS) capability to provide a Common Operating Picture and in an in transit visibility of the private security contract escort vehicles transmitting their position throughout Iraq via Government Furnished Transponders and Contractor provided airtime. GDMS will track security vehicles escorting logistical convoys from the Commercial Movements Division using the signal from the transponders used by a variety of users so the Government can be aware of their missions in escorting Government cargo. GDMS will need to maintain the same map overlay as the BCS3. Contractor would provide fourteen GDMS licenses for COTS type software suite, around the clock GDMS coverage, reach back support, tracking of vehicles and any associated panic alarms, provide full time on site Field Support Engineers with Secret Clearances for assistance/training/troubleshooting, Program Management Support, and provide GDMS hardware enhancements through the life of the contract. The GDMS system would need to be in place and operation for the projected performance start date of 20 September 2010.