How to bid on 5G Cellular Base Station equipment for the Department of Commerce

What the agency is buying

The Department of Commerce is seeking Ericsson-brand 5G cellular base station equipment, software, and related support and engineering services. This purchase includes 10 specific line items, such as radios, 5G cell carriers, a power supply, a GPS kit, RAN processor hardware, software, and various services.

This is an opportunity for vendors to supply specialized telecommunications equipment and services to a federal agency. The solicitation is unrestricted, meaning all types of businesses can compete.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on August 05, 2026. All quotes must be submitted by August 18, 2026, at 7:00 PM ET. This is a firm deadline, and late submissions are typically not considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for firms that manufacture or supply radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipment, specifically those with expertise in Ericsson 5G cellular technology. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 334220, with a small business size standard of 1,250 employees.

Given the brand-name requirement for Ericsson products, this bid is best suited for authorized distributors, resellers, or integrators of Ericsson 5G equipment and services.

How to respond

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ), and a written solicitation document will not be separately issued. You must provide a firm-fixed-price quotation for all 10 contract line items as detailed in the solicitation.

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Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all attached documents, especially the Specifications and Statement of Work, to ensure your quote fully meets all technical requirements for each of the 10 line items. Since this is a brand-name requirement for Ericsson, ensure your proposed products and services precisely match the specified models and capabilities.

Ensure your firm-fixed-price quotation is complete and accurate for all line items. Clearly state any applicable discounts. Double-check that your submission is formatted as requested and submitted before the deadline. Pay close attention to any specific instructions for quote submission within the solicitation.