Bid guide
How to bid on Commercial Cable TV Services for the Department of Defense
What the agency is buying
The Department of Defense, specifically NAVSUP FLCY Site Marianas (Guam), needs commercial cable TV services. These services are for designated government facilities at Navy Munitions Command Pacific (NMCPAC) East Asia Division (EAD) Unit Guam, located in Santa Rita, Guam.
The contract will require the vendor to provide all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and non-personal services to deliver continuous, real-time cable services. This is an opportunity for businesses to secure a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract that could last up to three years, including a base period and two option periods.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This notice is a Request for Information (RFI), not a request for proposals. The formal solicitation is anticipated to be issued on or about September 11, 2026. The deadline for this RFI is September 16, 2026, at 9:00 PM ET.
When the formal solicitation is issued, all responsible sources will be able to submit a quotation, bid, or proposal. The anticipated period of performance for the contract is from September 29, 2026, to September 28, 2027, for the base period, with two additional twelve-month option periods extending through September 28, 2029.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for small businesses specializing in commercial cable TV services. The relevant Product Service Code (PSC) is DG11, and the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 517111, which covers Wired Telecommunications Carriers.
Firms with experience providing continuous, real-time cable services to government or large institutional clients, particularly in the Guam region, would be well-suited for this requirement.
How to respond
This notice is not a request for proposals. The formal solicitation, when issued, will be available electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) website. Interested parties must monitor SAM.gov for the release of the solicitation and any subsequent amendments.
To access the opportunity on the portal, click “View original source”. If you land on the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents, though this is not always required.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Since this is an RFI and a formal solicitation is expected, use this time to gather all necessary company information and credentials. Ensure your business is registered and active in SAM.gov, as this is a mandatory step for all federal contractors.
Review your capabilities to ensure you can meet the requirement for continuous, real-time cable services, including all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and non-personal services. Prepare to demonstrate your experience with similar projects and your ability to operate in the specified location. Pay close attention to the anticipated Firm-Fixed-Price contract type and be ready to propose a competitive and realistic price.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from DEPT of the Navy; the original posting controls.