5G Open Radio Access Network Time-Sensitive Networking Support Services
Overview
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Set Aside
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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 National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is soliciting quotations for 5G Open Radio Access Network Time-Sensitive Networking Support Services for its Communication Technology Laboratory (CTL) in Gaithersburg, MD. This is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside acquisition, seeking a firm-fixed-price purchase order. Quotations are due by April 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
NIST requires specialized support services for its 5G Open Radio Access Network Time-Sensitive Networking initiatives. Detailed requirements for these services are outlined in the attached Statement of Work (Attachment 1).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ) leading to a Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order (PO).
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside.
- NAICS: 541690 - Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services ($19 million size standard).
- Quotations Due: April 2, 2026, by 12:00 PM Eastern Time.
- Inquiry Deadline: March 21, 2026.
- Published: March 23, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Method: Electronic quotations must be emailed to robert.cowins@nist.gov, referencing the RFQ number in the subject line.
- Quotation Preparation: Submissions must be divided into distinct volumes: Technical Quotation and Price Quotation.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be based on the best value to the Government, with non-price factors being more important than price. Factors are weighted in descending order of importance:
- Technical Capability
- Technical Key Personnel
- Past Performance
- Price
- Eligibility: Offerors must have an ACTIVE registration in SAM.gov.
Additional Notes
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation; no separate written solicitation will be issued. The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses effective through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2025-06 and the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO). Offerors must explicitly state acceptance of terms or list exceptions. The Government reserves the right to award without discussions.