Bid guide
How to bid on 100MB Ethernet Service for DISA between VA and GA
What DISA is buying and why it matters
The Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) is seeking a contractor to provide, install, and maintain a 100MB Ethernet telecommunications service. This service will connect locations in Virginia and Georgia. This is an opportunity for small businesses to secure a contract for essential network infrastructure.
The solicitation is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for commercial services. The government will use a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process, meaning the contract will likely go to the responsible bidder offering the lowest price among those meeting all technical requirements.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on July 20, 2026. All offers are due by August 19, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET. It is crucial to submit your quote before this deadline, as late submissions are typically not considered.
The specific details regarding the quote due date, service dates, and places of performance are outlined in the attached solicitation documents. Ensure you review these attachments carefully for all critical timelines.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a small business set-aside, specifically for firms with up to 1,500 employees. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code is 517121, which covers Paging, Cellular, and Other Wireless Telecommunications. This indicates the government is looking for telecommunications service providers.
Firms with experience in providing, installing, and maintaining Ethernet services, particularly those capable of connecting geographically separate locations, are well-suited for this bid. The product and service code for this requirement is DG11.
How to respond to this solicitation
This is a controlled access requirement. To access the solicitation attachments, you must have a DITCO Basic Agreement. Access requests must include your Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) or CAGE code for verification. Requests without this information will be rejected.
You can also download the solicitation via IDEAS. Log into IDEAS at ideas.govcloud.disa.mil/suite/, navigate to the “Solicitations” tab, and select the “Solicitation Package” icon to download the requirement. If your access request is not approved or rejected within 24 hours, email [email protected].
Practical tips for a competitive response
Since this is an LPTA evaluation, focus on submitting the lowest possible price while still meeting all technical requirements. Carefully review the solicitation attachments for all technical specifications, performance standards, and required services.
Ensure your quote clearly identifies all prices as monthly recurring charges and/or non-recurring charges. Your CLINs (Contract Line Item Numbers) should include item descriptions, quantities, and units of measure as indicated in the IQO Deskbook. Double-check that all required provisions and clauses, as identified in the DITCO Basic Agreement and the RFQ, are addressed in your submission.
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 Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA); the original posting controls.