204th VOIP Desktop phones
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Army, specifically the 204th Intelligence Squadron, has issued a Special Notice / Notice of Intent to procure twenty-two (22) J179 TSG CLASS A NO SPEAKERPHONE MANUAL VOIP Desktop phones. The government intends to award this requirement on a sole source basis to Avaya Federal Solutions, Inc. through GSA Advantage 2GIT. Responses from responsible sources are due by March 26, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This notice outlines a critical requirement for specialized VOIP desktop phones that meet stringent security and technical specifications for the 204th IS at McGuire Air Force Base, NJ. All telecommunication equipment must adhere to the TSG-6 Approved Equipment List, published by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, which is a non-negotiable requirement to ensure the security of sensitive information.
The required phones must be compatible with the existing infrastructure, including an Avaya Call Manager and current licenses, and must be VOIP-enabled. The 204 IS's current infrastructure is copper-compatible, utilizing an RJ45 connector.
Specific operational needs dictate the following functional requirements:
- Push-to-Talk (PTT) Headset: Required for clear and secure communication, ensuring the microphone is active only when intentionally engaged.
- Disabled Speakerphone: To prevent inadvertent transmission of sensitive conversations.
- Manual Status: An extra layer of security where a dial tone is only received after hitting a TSG button when the receiver is picked up.
Product Specification
The only VOIP Desktop phone identified that meets all 204th IS requirements is the J179 TSG CLASS A NO SPEAKERPHONE MANUAL, Model – DTD-J179-02-SD, TSG Number (Cert) – TSG-A-11-2019, Avaya Material Code – 700515050.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice / Notice of Intent (Sole Source)
- Procurement Method: GSA Advantage 2GIT (Air Force mandated Blanket Purchase Agreement for IT equipment)
- Intended Awardee: Avaya Federal Solutions, Inc. (CAGE # 4NGZ0), identified as the OEM and sole provider of the required part number.
- Response Due: March 26, 2026, by 6:10 PM ET
- Published: March 23, 2026
Action Items
This notice is an intent to sole source and is not a request for competitive quotations; a solicitation document will not be issued. However, responsible sources who believe they can meet the Government’s requirement may submit capability statements demonstrating their ability to provide the exact specified item. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to compete the proposed acquisition is solely within its discretion.
Contact: Brian Maloney, brian.maloney.5@us.af.mil, 609-754-3117.