Bid guide
How to bid on a 1GB commercial circuit Intra-Europe for DISA
What DISA is buying and why it matters
The Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) is seeking quotes for a 1GB commercial telecommunications circuit within Europe. This is an opportunity for telecommunications providers to offer essential services to the Department of Defense.
This solicitation, HC102126QA103, is an unrestricted purchase, meaning it is open to all eligible businesses, not just small businesses. The government will use a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation, so competitive pricing is key.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on July 21, 2026. The deadline for submitting quotes is August 20, 2026, at 6:00 AM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
At the deadline, the government will begin evaluating the submitted quotes based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable criteria. This means both technical compliance and competitive pricing are crucial for a successful bid.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for telecommunications providers. Bidders must have a current DITCO Basic Agreement signed by both the Government and the Contractor before submitting any quotes.
To access the restricted attachments, vendors must provide a UEI or CAGE code. This indicates the opportunity is for established firms with relevant registrations and agreements in place.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the solicitation documents, you will need to view the original source on the portal. Sometimes the first click may lead to the portal's homepage, so you may need to click again to reach the bid details.
You may need a free account on the portal to view the documents. When requesting access to restricted attachments, ensure your request includes your UEI or CAGE code for verification; requests without this information will be rejected.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Since this is a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation, ensure your quote clearly details monthly recurring charges (MRC), non-recurring charges (NRC), and any applicable tiered pricing for additional service months. Your pricing must be competitive while meeting all technical requirements.
Carefully review all attached solicitation documents, especially the DITCO Additional Telecommunications Text (DATT), for specific instructions and evaluation criteria. Ensure your response fully complies with all terms and conditions outlined in the solicitation to be considered technically acceptable.
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.