Bid guide
How to Bid on Internet and Cable Services for the U.S. Marshals Service
What the notice covers
The U.S. Marshals Service says it is exercising Charter Communications Operating LLC’s option to continue BTOOLKIT(ITD)/internet and cable services from March 2, 2027, through March 1, 2028.
The notice says the option price is advantageous and that continuing service avoids the risk of disruption and the added time and expense of arranging bridge contracts. This is an option-exercise notice, not an invitation described as a new competition.
Deadline and contract period
The notice was published October 23, 2026. Its listed deadline is November 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.
The service period described in the notice runs from March 2, 2027, through March 1, 2028. The provided information does not explain what action, if any, vendors must take by the listed deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
The work is in the technology category and concerns internet and cable services. It is most relevant to firms that provide those services and can support continuity of service.
Because the notice says the agency plans to exercise an existing contractor’s option, vendors should not assume it is a request for new offers.
How to view the opportunity
Click “View original source” above to open the opportunity on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal homepage, click it again to go to the bid.
A free account may be needed to view documents, though many opportunities can be viewed without one.
Practical preparation
Read the notice carefully to distinguish an option exercise from an open competition. Check the original opportunity for any response instructions or documents before deciding whether action is needed.
For similar internet and cable work, be ready to explain your service capabilities, how you would maintain continuity, and how your pricing compares. Do not treat those points as stated submission requirements for this notice.
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.
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