Bid guide
How to bid on Telecommunication Services for Offutt AFB, NE from the DEPT of Defense
What the agency is buying
The 55th Contracting Squadron, part of the Department of Defense, needs telecommunication services for Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska. This includes local, long-distance, and international services, along with related features. The local service component must be available continuously, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.
This is an opportunity for telecommunications providers to secure a contract with a federal agency, providing essential services to a military installation.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on August 3, 2026. If you have questions about the solicitation, they must be submitted to the Contracting Office by August 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM CDT. Answers to these questions will be posted as they become available.
Your complete offer must be submitted by email to the Contracting Office by August 24, 2026, at 11:00 AM CDT. It is important to use the Notice ID in the subject line of your email and to request a receipt of reception to confirm your offer was received.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for telecommunications firms capable of providing comprehensive local, long-distance, and international services. Vendors should have the infrastructure and expertise to support a large installation like Offutt AFB, including 24/7/365 local service operations.
Firms specializing in technology services, particularly those with experience in government or large-scale enterprise telecommunications, will find this relevant. Offerors must also be prepared to meet specific security requirements, including having a CAGE code, a UEI, and a NIST assessment recorded in SPRS within the last three years.
How to respond
To access the full details of this opportunity, you will need to view the original source on the portal. Sometimes, the first click may take you to the portal's homepage; if so, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required.
A crucial step is requesting access to Attachment 1, the Performance Work Statement, which contains Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). To do this, you must provide your CAGE code and UEI to the points of contact listed in the solicitation. The agency will verify your NIST assessment in SPRS from the past three years before granting access. If you encounter any issues accessing attachments, contact the listed points of contact.
Tips for a competitive response
When preparing your offer, clearly demonstrate your capability to provide 24/7/365 local telecommunication services, as this is a specific requirement. Detail your infrastructure, staffing, and support processes that ensure continuous operation.
Pay close attention to all security requirements, especially the need for a CAGE code, UEI, and a recent NIST assessment in SPRS. Ensure all these are current and verifiable. Clearly articulate how your proposed services meet or exceed the requirements for local, long-distance, and international telecommunications, and any specified features. Organize your proposal logically and ensure all required forms and information are included before the submission deadline.
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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