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SKT Begins Full-Scale 5G Equipment Introduction

Google 우선 소스Published2017.07.31 11:23
Partners submit bid proposals reflecting the detailed terms of the RFP.

SK Telecom announced that it has sent out a 5G RFP (Request for Proposal) to domestic and foreign 5G communication ICT partners to begin full-scale discussions on introducing 5G communication equipment.

The 5G RFP is a document outlining the requirements for the 5G commercial system envisioned by SK Telecom for the introduction of 5G communications equipment. ICT partners will submit bid proposals that reflect the detailed conditions of this RFP.

SK Telecom will select a bidder by the end of October after a three-month proposal submission and briefing session process. The company plans to engage in detailed discussions with the selected partners, including additional RFPs, to build a 5G commercial network.

The recently issued RFP outlines detailed technical and business requirements for SK Telecom's proposed 5G commercial equipment, including base stations, core equipment, and virtualized infrastructure. Specifically, it covers key technologies for 5G evolution, including: wireless transmission specifications and performance for each 5G frequency candidate band; virtualized core network technology; and interconnection between LTE and 5G networks.

SK Telecom explained that this RFP includes its network operation and design know-how, including the structure, form, and performance of SK Telecom's 5G system, designed based on 5G technology that is currently being discussed by international standards organizations such as 3GPP.

This 5G RFP is significant in that it marks the beginning of a full-scale review of the introduction of 5G commercial equipment. SK Telecom plans to prepare for 5G commercialization and work to ensure that the 5G technologies discussed with its partners are reflected in global 5G standardization bodies such as 3GPP and NGMN.

“Collaboration with various domestic and foreign companies is essential for the commercialization of 5G,” said Kang Jong-ryeol, head of SK Telecom’s infrastructure division. “Starting with this RFP distribution, we will solidify our leadership in 5G and accelerate commercialization to provide differentiated value to our customers.”
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