7 Separate Sites Phone Services

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the solicitation for telephony services, clarifying requirements, technical specifications, and administrative details.

• Past Performance Information Form: This form is part of Volume II, Factor II - Past Performance and is the minimum required documentation, not an addition.
• Pricing: The maximum price for Little Creek was clarified to $8,800,000.00. Offerors should propose a flat-rate billing model for CONUS calling; specific minute buckets are not required. International (OCONUS) calling pricing should be based on estimated monthly usage provided.
• Service Requirements: Direct Inward Dialing (DID) and Direct Outward Dialing (DOD) are fundamental requirements for all sites. The new telephone service will not utilize NMCI infrastructure for call control, routing, or network transport; offerors must provide their own independent call control infrastructure.
• NG911 Compliance: Solutions must be NG911 compliant upon implementation, meeting modern regulatory requirements like Kari's Law and the Ray Baum's Act, and delivering dispatchable location data.
• Legacy Systems: The Government acknowledges that legacy analog devices will be used and ATAs will be utilized for conversion to IP. Offerors should assume compatibility with existing user sets (telephones).
• Infrastructure: The Government expects vendors to provide a complete, end-to-end, managed "dial-tone" service. Vendors are responsible for active infrastructure, while the Government is responsible for passive Inside Plant (ISP) cabling.
• Task Orders: Up to 7 IDIQs may be awarded. Task orders will be site-specific and not further competed. Evaluation for task orders will be based solely on price, with the vendor determined responsible prior to award.
• Small Business Commitments: Enforceable small business commitments will be weighted more heavily than non-enforceable ones, but this is considered holistically within Factor III, not through a mechanical formula.
• Site Information: Detailed building and room-level information for all endpoints will not be provided prior to award due to scale; offerors should base proposals on PWS endpoint counts.
• Proposal Due Date: The proposal due date has been extended to June 29, 2026.

These clarifications provide essential details for offerors to accurately prepare their proposals, particularly regarding pricing, technical requirements, infrastructure responsibilities, and submission guidelines. Vendors should review these responses carefully to ensure their proposals meet all stated requirements.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the solicitation by extending the proposal due date and clarifying questions.

• Solicitation Amendment Number: N0018926RL0140007

• Effective Date: June 4, 2026

• Questions & Answers: Clarifications have been added regarding the solicitation requirements.

• Submission of Proposals: The due date for proposals has been extended. Offerors are instructed to submit proposals electronically to Jim Keegan and Samantha Ballance.

• The proposal deadline has been extended. Offerors should refer to the amendment for the new due date and time.

• The amendment also addresses questions received from vendors, providing clarifications that may impact proposal preparation.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for developing and sustaining a comprehensive commercial telephone contract, specifically a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) implementation, to provide integrated voice services to various Naval commands.

• Replacement of existing Time-Division Multiplexing (TDM) commercial telephony services.

• Support for approximately 19,773 endpoints across multiple locations.

• Key locations include NAS Key West, NAVSTA Great Lakes, NAVSTA Norfolk, JEB Little Creek, NSA Mechanicsburg, NSA Philadelphia, and PNYA Philadelphia.

• Specific features required at each location include Local and Long-Distance Dialing, Voicemail, Caller ID, E911, Call Waiting, Call Hold, various Call Forwarding options, Call Transfer, Three-Way Calling, Direct Inward Dialing, and Direct Outward Dialing.

• Special requirement for NAS Key West: Airfield Crash Net Support, requiring instant, simultaneous, non-blocking voice conferencing with priority override for emergency response endpoints.

• Integration with Next Generation 911 (NG911) infrastructure for advanced emergency communications, including text-to-911 and multimedia messaging.

• Interoperability with existing voice auxiliary and collaborative systems (E-911, PCN, SCN).

• Minimum service availability of 99.9% per calendar month, excluding government-approved maintenance windows.

• Vendor responsible for maintaining and operating the solution to ensure consistent voice service delivery.

• The PWS details multiple ordering periods, starting February 1, 2027, and extending through July 31, 2032.

• Service locations include NAS Key West (FL), NAVSTA Great Lakes (IL), NAVSTA Norfolk (VA), JEB Little Creek (VA), NSA Mechanicsburg (PA), NSA Philadelphia (PA), and PNYA Philadelphia (PA).

• FEDRAMP Requirements: If a Cloud-based solution is proposed, the vendor must possess a DoW Moderate Impact FedRAMP Authorization To Operate (ATO).

• System Compatibility: Solution must be compatible and interoperable with the current Information Systems Platform (ISP) infrastructure and end-user instruments.

• End-User Instruments: Support for existing endpoint types including digital and IP phones, VTC systems, STE, VoSIP devices, and voice mail systems.

• Security Requirements: Compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD)-12, requiring background investigations (NACLC, SF-86, FD-258) and DBIDs for contractor employees accessing federal facilities and IT systems. Specific IT levels (IT-II) are defined based on access to Privacy Act protected information.

• Billing/Invoicing: Monthly invoices submitted via WAWF, detailed reports required, and adherence to specific billing and payment terms.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0005-1) modifies the solicitation with the following changes:

• The response due date has been extended from June 8, 2026, to June 22, 2026, at 8:00 AM EDT.

• FAR clause 52.232-37, Multiple Payment Arrangements, has been added.

• The Performance Work Statement (PWS) has been updated to Version 5 (PWS V5). This update includes Direct Inward and Outward Dialing for all seven sites and incorporates Key West Specific Features that were omitted from PWS V4 but were present in the original solicitation.

• Solicitation due date and time

• Contract clauses (addition of FAR 52.232-37)

• Performance Work Statement (PWS V5 replaces PWS V4)

• The deadline for proposal submissions has been extended to June 22, 2026, at 8:00 AM EDT.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides answers to vendor questions regarding the NCTAMS LANT N0018926RL014 opportunity, clarifying requirements and details related to the solicitation.

• Past Performance Information Form: This form is part of Factor II and is the minimum required documentation for that section. Additional elaboration is permitted within the page count.
• Little Creek Maximum Price: The correct maximum price for Little Creek is $8,800,000.00, not $11,530,000.00.
• Direct Inward/Outward Dialing (DID/DOD): These are fundamental requirements for telephone service at all locations.
• Call Control Infrastructure: The new telephone service will NOT utilize the NMCI infrastructure for call control, routing, or network transport. Awarded offerors must provide their own independent call control infrastructure and network solution.
• NG911 Compliance: The solution must be NG911 compliant upon implementation, meeting modern regulatory requirements including Kari's Law and the Ray Baum's Act, and must route all emergency calls to the appropriate Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) Regional Dispatch Center (RDC).
• ATA Hardware and License (CLIN A004/A005): These are aligned with the need to convert legacy analog devices to IP, based on market research for anticipated legacy device conversion.
• Endpoint Compatibility: The solution must be compatible with existing user telephone sets.
• Network Connectivity: Existing commercial business telephone services and legacy TDM/PBX infrastructure over Government-owned Inside Plant (ISP) cabling currently facilitate various devices. However, the new solution will not utilize NMCI for transport.
• Site Information: Detailed building and room-level details for all 20,000 endpoints are not feasible to provide prior to award. Offerors should base proposals on PWS endpoint counts; detailed site information will be provided post-award.
• Small Business Commitments: Enforceable small business commitments will be "weighted more heavily" than non-enforceable ones, but this weighting is holistic and not based on a mechanical formula.
• ISDN Circuits: Specific BRI vs. PRI breakdown for ISDN circuits is not available. The requirement is for IP replacement of these circuits, modernizing them.
• TDM to IP Gateway Replacement: The solicitation aims to replace existing TDM commercial telephony services and the associated core infrastructure, including gateways and ATAs.
• Task Order Awards: Task orders will be site-specific and awarded directly to the contractor chosen for that site; they will be based on price, with vendor responsibility determined prior to award.
• Transition Activities: All work, including initial transition from TDM to VoIP, is issued and competed at the task order level.
• Vendor Responsibility: The vendor is fully accountable for the performance, reliability, and security of the entire service delivery chain, including core call control, network transport, and on-premise active infrastructure. The Government is responsible for passive, physical Inside Plant (ISP) cabling.
• Implementation Sequencing: Offerors should propose a sequencing strategy, but the Government will define the final order of implementation post-award.
• On-Site Support: Full-time steady-state on-site presence is not mandated, but significant presence is expected during transition and implementation. Offerors must propose a support model to meet SLAs.
• Government-Furnished Equipment: Endpoint devices (VoSIP, STE, TSG-6, etc.) are Government-furnished.
• NG911 Responsibility: Offerors must assume full responsibility for delivering a fully compliant NG911 solution.
• Analog Endpoints: A portion of existing endpoints may remain analog (e.g., fax machines, alarms), requiring ATAs or gateways for conversion to IP service.
• ISP Infrastructure: The Government owns the physical Inside Plant (ISP) cabling. Vendors may utilize existing, suitable ISP cabling but are responsible for its assessment and the delivery of VoIP services to the building demarcation point.
• Network Connectivity: The vendor must provide an independent, vendor-owned and maintained IP network for call control and transport, separate from NMCI.
• Site Surveys: The successful offeror is responsible for conducting post-award site surveys.
• Proposal Due Date Extension: The proposal due date has been extended to June 29, 2026.

These clarifications address vendor questions to ensure a better understanding of the requirements, submission details, and evaluation criteria, impacting how offerors should structure their proposals and pricing.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for the development and sustainment of a comprehensive commercial telephone contract for the Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station Atlantic (NCTAMS LANT) Area of Operations (AOR). The goal is to provide commercially available integrated voice services via Central Office based, dial tone facilities to defense activities.

• Replacement of existing Time-Division Multiplexing (TDM) commercial telephony services with a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) implementation.

• Support for approximately 19,773 endpoints across multiple locations.

• Locations include: NAS Key West, NAVSTA Great Lakes, NAVSTA Norfolk, JEB Little Creek, NSA Mechanicsburg, NSA Philadelphia, and PNYA Philadelphia.

• Required features include Local and Long-Distance Dialing, Voicemail, Caller ID, E911, Call Waiting, Call Hold, various Call Forwarding options, Call Transfer, Three-Way Calling, and Direct Inward/Outward Dialing.

• The system must be compatible and interoperable with the current Information Systems Platform (ISP) infrastructure and end-user instruments.

• Must support DoW-specific features like Automatic Call Distribution (ACD), Uniform Call Distribution (UCD), Call Trace, Pre-Set Conference, and voice mail availability.

• Must support continued use of existing endpoint types including digital and IP phones, VTC systems, STE, VoSIP devices, TSG-6 approved phones, and voice mail systems.

• Must interoperate with auxiliary and collaborative voice systems, including Enhanced 911 (E-911), Primary Crash Net (PCN), and Secondary Crash Net (SCN).

• Integration with Next Generation 911 (NG911) infrastructure for advanced emergency communications features (text-to-911, multimedia messaging, real-time data sharing).

• Minimum service availability of 99.9% per calendar month, excluding government-approved maintenance windows.

• Contractor must maintain and operate the solution to ensure consistent voice service delivery.

• The period of performance is structured in five ordering periods, from February 1, 2027, through January 31, 2032, with an additional FAR clause period through July 31, 2032.

• Locations are specified as Naval Air Stations and Naval Stations across various states.

• FEDRAMP Requirements: If a Cloud-based solution is proposed, the vendor must have at least a DoW Moderate Impact FedRAMP Authorization To Operate (ATO).

• Security: Contractor employees require physical access to federally controlled facilities and may require access to IT systems. This involves background investigations (NACLC, SF-86, SSBI), DBIDs, and adherence to IT Level classifications (IT-II minimum).

• Reporting: Monthly invoices and detailed reports are required via WAWF. A Monthly Statement Report is also required. Service Contract Reporting is required annually via SAM.gov.

• Billing: Invoices must be submitted monthly in arrears via WAWF. All charges, credits, and debits must be detailed. Federal, State, and Local Government Taxes, Fees, Surcharges, and Tariffs must be accounted for and substantiated.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0004) to solicitation N0018926RL0140004 serves to answer questions and update the Performance Work Statement (PWS).

• The following attachments were added: PWS V4
• The following attachments were deleted: PWS V3
• Miscellaneous text in the "SUMMARY OF CHANGES" section has been modified.

This amendment does not explicitly state a change to proposal deadlines or submission requirements. However, bidders should review the updated PWS (V4) for any changes to requirements or deliverables.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to vendor questions regarding the NCTAMS LANT N0018926RL014 opportunity, clarifying various aspects of the solicitation, PWS, and submission requirements.

• Past Performance Information Form: This form is part of Volume II, Factor II - Past Performance and is the minimum required documentation. Additional elaboration is permitted within the 12-page limit. A separate Past Performance Report Form for customers is also required and does not count towards the page limit.
• Little Creek Maximum Price: The correct maximum price for Little Creek is $8,800,000.00, not $11,530,000.00.
• Direct Inward/Outward Dialing: These are fundamental requirements for telephone service at all locations.
• Site Information: Detailed building and room-level information for the approximately 20,000 endpoints is not feasible to provide prior to award. Offerors must base proposals on PWS locations and endpoint counts. Site information will be provided to the successful contractor upon award.
• Small Business Commitments: Enforceable small business commitments are weighted more heavily than non-enforceable ones. The contracting officer will holistically consider all Factor III bullet points, with enforceable commitments carrying more weight, but without a mechanical formula.
• Task Order Awards: Task orders under the IDIQ will be awarded based on price, after a determination of vendor responsibility. Initial transition from legacy environments will be handled at the task order level.
• ISP Infrastructure: The government refers to ISP as Inside Plant cabling infrastructure. Detailed building-level Inside Plant cable records are not provided prior to award; the offeror is responsible for assessing and utilizing existing ISP during site surveys.
• Proposal Submission: For multiple locations, a single Volume I - Technical Approach is permitted, but bidders must clearly identify which locations they are bidding on and organize the content logically. The page limit for the Technical Approach has been increased to 20 pages.
• Pricing Spreadsheet Updates: The pricing spreadsheet has been updated, and bidders can change Analog to T-1 or ISDN circuits on the spreadsheet. Additional CLINs cannot be added.
• Incumbent Contractors: Verizon is the incumbent for Norfolk, Little Creek, Mechanicsburg, and Philadelphia. AT&T is the incumbent for Key West and Great Lakes.
• Proposal Due Date Extension: The proposal due date has been extended to June 29, 2026.

These clarifications address specific questions regarding pricing, technical requirements, submission guidelines, and administrative details, impacting how bidders should prepare and submit their proposals. The due date has been extended.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0003-1) makes the following changes:

• Corrects the CAP for Little Creek.

• Corrects the Pricing Spreadsheet.

• Adds a fillable Past Performance Form.

• Extends the proposal due date to June 8th, 2026.

• Adds "Question and Answers Part 2".

• The CAP for Little Creek.

• The Pricing Spreadsheet.

• A Past Performance Form has been added.

• The due date for proposals has been extended.

• A new section for "Question and Answers Part 2" has been added.

• The proposal due date has been extended to June 8th, 2026.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Contract Administration Plan (CAP) for a "CAP IDIQ" (Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity) contract. It outlines the roles and responsibilities of various parties involved in the administration of the contract, including the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO), Contract Administration Office (CAO), Paying Office, Ordering Officer, and Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the administrative structure and points of contact for the contract. It clarifies:

• Roles and Responsibilities: Defines who is responsible for pre-award, post-award, technical interface, contract surveillance, invoice review, modifications, and administrative duties.
• Points of Contact: Identifies specific individuals and offices for questions, clarifications, and information regarding contract administration.
• Contractual Authority: Emphasizes that only the PCO/CAO has the authority to modify contract terms, and CORs cannot issue instructions that constitute a contractual change.
• Ordering Process: Details the responsibilities of the Ordering Officer in requesting, evaluating, and issuing task orders.
• Contract Limits: Specifies the minimum and maximum quantities and prices for the overall contract and for specific sites, including base periods and ordering periods.
• Funding: Provides a note regarding the use of minimum funding under IDIQ contracts and task order obligations.

Understanding these administrative aspects is essential for potential bidders to navigate the procurement process and manage the contract effectively if awarded.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document is a pricing spreadsheet detailing the CLINs and associated costs for Integrated Voice Services via Central Office based, dial tone facilities across multiple Naval installations. It provides estimated unit prices, quantities, and costs for both the base ordering period and the FAR Clause 52.217-8 option period.

• CLIN Descriptions: Includes Analog Seats, NG911, Implementation & Transition Services, Analog Telephone Adapters (ATA), and ATA Licenses.
• Locations: Pricing is broken down by installation, including Naval Station Norfolk, NSA Mechanicsburg, NSA Philadelphia, PNYA, Great Lakes, Key West, and Little Creek.
• Periods of Performance: Details are provided for the base ordering period (01 February 2027 - 31 January 2032) and the FAR Clause 52.217-8 option period (01 February 2032 - 31 July 2032).
• Pricing Structure: Shows estimated monthly unit prices, quantities, and calculated costs for annual and 6-month periods, with a "Total Max Ceiling" indicated for each location.

This spreadsheet is critical for bidders to understand the estimated costs associated with providing integrated voice services at various naval installations. It outlines the specific services (CLINs), the pricing structure, and the duration of potential contract periods. Bidders should use this information to formulate their pricing proposals and assess the overall value and scope of the opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Report Form requested by the Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk (FLCN) Contracting Department. It is used to evaluate a contractor's past performance on previous contracts and efforts, which relates to the probability of successful accomplishment of work required by the Government for an upcoming solicitation.

• Information to be Completed by the Evaluator (on behalf of the contractor being evaluated):
  • Company's Name
  • POC, Title/Position, Email Address, Business Address, Phone Number
  • Contract/Purchase Order No.
  • Contract Amount
  • Contract Type
  • Period of Performance
• Information to be Completed by the Government Agency:
  • Command/Company's Name
  • POC, Title/Position, Email Address, Business Address, Phone Number
• Evaluation Criteria:
  • Quality (Recruiting, Retention, Meeting Contract Requirements, Customer Satisfaction, Rework/Deficiency Reports, Innovative Work Applications)
  • Timeliness (Performance Schedules, Submission of Information/Reports/Invoicing)
  • Responsiveness (Ability to respond to customer concerns, problem isolation/resolution, systematic improvement actions)
  • Contractor's Cost Control
  • Additional Observations/Information (Strengths, Weaknesses, Satisfaction with contractor, Similar contracted efforts, Other contacts)

This form is to be completed by entities that have previously contracted with the offeror being evaluated. Bidders should be aware that their past performance will be assessed using this questionnaire. The completed form will be used by the Government to evaluate the contractor's suitability for award. The form requires detailed feedback on quality, timeliness, responsiveness, and cost control, as well as overall satisfaction and any relevant observations. It is crucial for potential offerors to understand the criteria on which their past performance will be judged.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Report Form that requires completion by an agency or company to evaluate a contractor's past performance. This evaluation is crucial for the U.S. Naval Supply System (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk (FLCN) to assess the probability of a contractor's successful accomplishment of work related to an upcoming solicitation.

• Contractor Information: Fields to record the company's name, contract/purchase order number, contract amount, contract type, and period of performance.

• Reporting Agency/Company Information: Fields for the command/company name, POC, title, email, and business address of the entity completing the report.

• Performance Areas: Sections to evaluate the contractor's performance in:

  • Quality (Recruiting, Retention, Meeting Contract Requirements, Customer Satisfaction, Rework/Deficiency Reports, Innovative Work Applications)
  • Timeliness (Meeting performance schedules, submission of reports/invoicing)
  • Responsiveness (Responding to customer concerns, problem isolation and resolution, systematic improvement actions, cost control)

• Additional Observations: Space for overall strengths/weaknesses, satisfaction with the contractor, and awareness of similar contracted efforts.

• Complete and return the form by the solicitation due date.

• Send the completed form to Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk (FLCN) Contracting Department, Attn: James Keegan.

• Do not return the form to the contractor who originated the request.

This form is used by entities that have previously contracted with the offeror to provide feedback on their past performance. Bidders should be aware that their past performance will be evaluated using this questionnaire, and the feedback provided will influence the government's assessment of their ability to successfully perform the work required by the solicitation.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides clarifications and answers to vendor questions regarding the "NCTAMS LANT N0018926RL014" opportunity, which concerns the replacement of existing Time-Division Multiplexing (TDM) commercial telephony services with an integrated voice services solution.

• Integrated Voice Services Scope: The term "integrated voice services" refers to a complete, end-to-end, self-contained voice solution, not broader UCaaS platforms or CRM integration.

• Contractor Facilities: The solution will be provided and managed from the contractor's own facilities, not on-premise by the government.

• Location Details: Specific building and room-level details for all 20,000 endpoints are not feasible to provide prior to award. Offerors should base proposals on PWS information; detailed site information will be provided post-award.

• Internet Connectivity: The solution must operate on an independent, vendor-owned and maintained distribution network. The government will not provide commercial Internet or NIPRNET access.

• Direct Inward/Outward Dialing: The omission of DID and DOD in the PWS was unintentional; these are fundamental requirements and an updated PWS will be provided.

• Inside Plant (ISP) Cabling: The contractor is required to utilize existing ISP cabling where available and suitable. Detailed building-level records are not available prior to award; the contractor will assess and use existing ISP during site surveys.

• End-User Instruments: The government does not centrally provide replacement instruments; commands purchase their own. The contractor's solution must support a variety of standard endpoint types.

• Transition Interoperability: Temporary interoperability between legacy TDM systems and the new VoIP platform is required during the transition phase to ensure continuous service.

• Cloud-Based Systems: A cloud-based system is defined by NIST. If a solution utilizes multi-tenant commercial cloud infrastructure for core call control, it must meet FedRAMP requirements.

• Site Survey Report: A previously procured site survey report will not be provided as part of this solicitation but may be considered post-award.

• An updated PWS will be provided to reflect the inclusion of Direct Inward Dialing (DID) and Direct Outward Dialing (DOD).

• Offerors must propose a solution that operates on a vendor-owned and maintained network and accounts for the variety of existing end-user instruments.

• Security authorization requirements remain in effect for any proposed cloud-based solution.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for the development and sustainment of a comprehensive commercial telephone contract to provide integrated voice services via Central Office based, dial tone facilities to defense activities within the NCTAMS LANT Area of Operations (AOR).

• The primary goal is the complete replacement of existing Time-Division Multiplexing (TDM) commercial telephony services with an Internet Protocol (IP) based solution, preferably Voice over IP (VoIP).

• Alternative or hybrid technological solutions (e.g., RF, cellular, satellite, secure wireless) will be considered if justified and capable of seamless integration.

• The solution must support approximately 19,773 endpoints across multiple locations.

• Locations and Endpoint Counts:

  • NAS Key West: 1,113 endpoints
  • NAVSTA Great Lakes: 2,300 endpoints
  • NAVSTA Norfolk: 10,560 endpoints
  • JEB Little Creek: 4,100 endpoints
  • NSA Mechanicsburg: 425 endpoints
  • NSA Philadelphia: 350 endpoints
  • PNYA: 925 endpoints

• Core Features (across most locations): Local/Long-Distance Dialing, Voicemail, Caller ID, E911, Call Waiting, Call Hold, Call Forwarding (Busy Line, Don't Answer, Variable), Call Transfer, Three-Way Calling, Direct Inward Dialing, Direct Outward Dialing.

• Specific Features: NAS Key West requires support for Primary and Secondary Crash Alarm Systems, providing instant, simultaneous, non-blocking voice conferencing with priority override.

• FedRAMP Requirements: Cloud-based solutions must have a DoW Moderate Impact FedRAMP Authorization to Operate (ATO) and comply with the FedRAMP 20x framework and DoD Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide (CC SRG).

• System Compatibility: Must be compatible and interoperable with the current Information Systems Platform (ISP) infrastructure and end-user devices. Must support DoW-specific features like ACD, UCD, Call Trace, Pre-Set Conference, call forwarding, and voice mail.

• End-User Instruments: Must support continued use of existing endpoint types including digital and IP phones, VTC systems, STE, VoSIP devices, TSG-6 approved phones, and voice mail systems.

• Auxiliary Systems: Must interoperate with Enhanced 911 (E-911), Primary Crash Net (PCN), and Secondary Crash Net (SCN). Compliance with NG911 and 988 services is mandatory.

• NG911 Integration: Must enable advanced emergency communications features including text-to-911, multimedia messaging, and real-time data sharing, integrating with existing 911 and E911 services.

• Service Availability: Minimum service availability of 99.9% per calendar month, excluding government-approved maintenance windows.

• Ordering Period 1: 01 February 2027 - 31 January 2028

• Ordering Period 2: 01 February 2028 - 31 January 2029

• Ordering Period 3: 01 February 2029 - 31 January 2030

• Ordering Period 4: 01 February 2030 - 31 January 2031

• Ordering Period 5: 01 February 2031 - 31 January 2032

• FAR clause 52.217-8 Ordering Period: 01 February 2032 - 31 July 2032

• Security: Compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD)-12 is required. Contractor employees may require DBIDs, background investigations (NACLC, SSBI), and access to IT systems, necessitating specific security protocols and documentation (e.g., SAAR-N form, annual IA training).

• Billing/Invoicing: Monthly invoices must be submitted via WAWF, detailing all charges, credits, and debits. A monthly detailed invoice report (PDF and Excel) is required. Charges must reflect the current month of service. Federal, State, and Local Government Taxes, Fees, Surcharges, and Tariffs must be accounted for and substantiated.

• Contractor Security Representative: Must be designated within three workdays of award.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0002) to the solicitation N0018926RL014 makes the following changes:

• Questions Due Date: Extended from April 29, 2026, 1300 to May 5, 2026, 1000.

• Proposal Due Date: Changed from May 18, 2026, 1000 am to May 25, 2026, 1000 am EDT.

• PWS Update: Section 3.02 of the Performance Work Statement (PWS) has been updated to reflect the most recent guidance for FedRAMP20x.

• Questions due date

• Proposal due date

• PWS Section 3.02

• The deadline for submitting questions has been extended.

• The deadline for submitting proposals has been extended.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the solicitation N0018926RL014 dated 23 Apr 2026.

• New Clause Added: FAR Clause 52.222-90, "Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors" (Deviation 2026-00038), has been added.

• Clause Modified: FAR Clause 52.244-6, "Subcontracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services" (Deviation 2026-00038), has been modified.

• Date Change: The effective date for the modification of FAR Clause 52.244-6 has been changed from Feb 2026 to Apr 2026.

• Contract Clauses

• Additional Information/Notes

This amendment incorporates new and modified FAR clauses. Bidders should review these changes to understand their impact on the solicitation and their potential proposals. The effective date for one clause has been updated.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation seeks proposals for Integrated, Switched Voice and Data Telecommunications Services across multiple Navy installations. The government intends to award up to seven Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) Contracts with Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) provisions.

• Provision of integrated, switched voice and data telecommunications services.

• Services are required at various Navy locations including NAS Key West, NAVSTA Great Lakes, NAVSTA Norfolk, JEB Little Creek, NSA Mechanicsburg, NSA Philadelphia, and PNYA.

• The Performance Work Statement (PWS) details specific requirements for each location.

• Contract Type: Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) with Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) provisions.

• Period of Performance: The overall contract period is from February 1, 2027, to July 31, 2032, including potential option periods.

• Ordering Period: February 1, 2027, to January 31, 2032.

• Option to Extend Services: FAR 52.217-8 allows for an extension of up to six months.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: May 18, 2026, 10:00 AM Local Time.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose proposal represents the best value, considering Technical Approach, Past Performance, Small Business Participation Plan, and Price. Technical and Past Performance are significantly more important than Price.

• Key Deadlines: Questions are due by April 29, 2026.

• The acquisition is currently UNRESTRICTED.

• NAICS Code: 517111 (Fiber Optic Network Construction) with a size standard of 1,500 employees.

• Small business concerns are encouraged to participate.

• Offerors may be chosen for multiple service locations if determined to be the best value for each location.

• Proposals must be submitted in five volumes: Technical Approach, Past Performance, Small Business Participation Plan, Price Proposal, and Small Business Subcontracting Plan (for other than small businesses).

• Specific page limitations apply to non-price volumes.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Past Performance Report Form" intended for use by the U.S. Naval Supply System (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk (FLCN). It is used to evaluate a contractor's past performance on previous contracts and efforts, which relates to their probability of successfully accomplishing work required for an upcoming solicitation.

The form requests detailed information about the contractor's performance, including:

• Company information (Name, POC, Email, Contract/PO Number, Amount, Type, Period of Performance, Business Address, Phone Number).
• Specific performance areas such as:
  • Quality (Recruiting, Retention, Meeting Contract Requirements, Customer Satisfaction, Rework/Deficiency Reports, Innovative Applications).
  • Timeliness (Meeting Performance Schedules, Timeliness of Submissions/Invoicing).
  • Responsiveness (Responding to Customer Concerns, Problem Isolation/Resolution, Cost Control).
• Additional Observations/Information (Strengths/Weaknesses, Satisfaction with Award, Similar Contracted Efforts, Recommendations for Other Contacts).

While this form is completed by the Government to evaluate past performance, bidders should be aware that their past performance on previous contracts will be assessed using this type of report. Understanding the criteria evaluated can help bidders prepare to provide relevant past performance information or to understand how their past performance might be perceived by the Government during the evaluation process for this solicitation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Past Performance Information Form" that potential offerors must complete and submit as part of their proposal. It is designed to gather detailed information about the offeror's previous performance on similar contracts.

• Name of Offeror: The name of the bidding company.
• Contract Number, order number, or identifier: Details of the contract being referenced.
• Customer Name & Location: Information about the customer for the past contract.
• Customer Point of Contact: Name and title of the customer's point of contact, including telephone number and email address (to be verified).
• Total dollar value: The total value of the effort, broken into annual increments. For ordering vehicles, both the estimated contract amount and the amount actually performed should be shown.
• Period of Performance and dollars: The duration and dollar value for the period of performance. At least one year of performance must have been completed prior to the solicitation's closing date.
• Number of personnel (FTE) performing per year (avg.): The average number of full-time equivalent personnel involved.
• Detailed description of the work performed: A description sufficient to demonstrate relevance to the current solicitation's scope.
• Scope: A summary of the work performed.
• Magnitude: An indication of the scale or size of the work.
• Subcontractor(s) Utilized: Details on any subcontractors used, the extent of their work, and their annual dollar value.

This form is critical for bidders to demonstrate their relevant past performance. Accurate and complete submission of this form will be essential for the government's evaluation of the offeror's ability to successfully perform the work described in the solicitation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Contractor Discrepancy Report" form. It is used to formally document and track discrepancies identified within a contract or task order. It serves as a record for communication between the government (COR - Contracting Officer's Representative) and the contractor regarding issues that need resolution.

• Contract Information: Fields for Contract Number and Task Order Number.
• Parties Involved: Fields for "TO" (Contractor's name and address) and "FROM" (Facility Name and address, including COR).
• Discrepancy Details: A section to describe the discrepancy, including any relevant references.
• Signatures and Dates: Sections for the COR's signature, contractor's representative's signature, and the Contracting Officer's signature, along with corresponding dates.
• Contractor Response: A section for the contractor to provide their response regarding the cause of the discrepancy and the corrective action taken.
• Government Comment: A section for government comments on the contractor's response.

While this is a form, it indicates a process for managing issues that may arise during contract performance. Bidders should be aware that such forms are used for formal communication and resolution of problems. If this form is attached to a solicitation, it might be an example of a required reporting document or a form to be used in the future for contract administration.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To ensure the Government has an effective and systematic method of surveillance for the services provided under the Performance Work Statement (PWS), verifying timely, accurate, and complete performance of all required services.

• Critical performance processes and requirements for Integrated, Switched Voice and Data Telecommunication Services in support of NCTAMS LANT.

• Assessment of schedule adherence for deliverables as set in the PWS.

• Evaluation of deliverables for data accuracy, timeliness, and usability.

• Assessment of contractor's past performance, including adherence to contract requirements, standards of good workmanship, schedule, cooperative behavior, and customer satisfaction.

• Deliverables: 100% inspection of all contract deliverables.

• Service Usability and Infrastructure Maintenance: Randomly on occasion, recording and monitoring service ticket data, submit and resolution dates, and random inspection of demarcation points.

• Overall Contract Performance: Assessed annually by the COR, aiming for a "Satisfactory" or higher rating.

• Invoicing: Monthly review and acceptance of invoices for timeliness and accuracy.

• Compliance with FAR Clause 52.222-50 (Combatting Trafficking In Persons): Monthly 100% compliance inspection by the COR, with non-compliance immediately reported.

Not explicitly detailed in this document, but implied to be in support of NCTAMS LANT.

• Acceptable Quality Levels (AQLs) include: >95% of deliverables submitted timely and without rework; tidy work area and organized cable management; work done safely and in accordance with industry best practices.
• Incentives/Disincentives: Failure to achieve satisfactory performance may result in contract termination and loss of future contracts. Contract Discrepancy Reports (CDRs) may be issued for unacceptable performance. Contractors are incentivized to provide quality products to maximize profit.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a comprehensive commercial telephone contract to provide integrated voice services via Central Office based, dial tone facilities to defense activities within the Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station Atlantic (NCTAMS LANT) Area of Operations (AOR).

• Replacement of existing Time-Division Multiplexing (TDM) commercial telephony services with a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) implementation.

• Support for approximately 19,773 endpoints across multiple locations.

• Key locations include:

  • NAS Key West (1,113 endpoints)
  • NAVSTA Great Lakes (2,300 endpoints)
  • NAVSTA Norfolk (10,560 endpoints)
  • JEB Little Creek (4,100 endpoints)
  • NSA Mechanicsburg (425 endpoints)
  • NSA Philadelphia (350 endpoints)
  • PNYA (925 endpoints)

• Required features include Local and Long-Distance Dialing, Voicemail, Caller ID, E911, Call Waiting, Call Hold, various Call Forwarding options, Call Transfer, Three-Way Calling, Direct Inward Dialing, and Direct Outward Dialing.

• Minimum service availability of 99.9% per calendar month, excluding government-approved maintenance windows.

• The period of performance spans five ordering periods from February 1, 2027, through January 31, 2032, with an additional FAR clause ordering period through July 31, 2032.

• Locations include NAS Key West (FL), NAVSTA Great Lakes (IL), NAVSTA Norfolk (VA), JEB Little Creek (VA), NSA Mechanicsburg (PA), NSA Philadelphia (PA), and PNYA (PA).

• FEDRAMP Requirements: If a Cloud-based solution is proposed, the vendor must have a DoW Moderate Impact FedRAMP Authorization To Operate (ATO) issued by GSA. The proposal must address compliance with DoW impact-level 2 and FedRAMP ATO/certification.

• System Compatibility: The solution must be compatible and interoperable with the current Information Systems Platform (ISP) and end-user instruments. It must support Next Generation 911 (NG911), crash nets, and other applicable services.

• End-User Instruments: Support for existing digital and IP phones, VTC systems, STE, VoSIP devices, and other approved peripheral devices.

• Auxiliary Systems: Interoperability with Enhanced 911 (E-911), Primary Crash Net (PCN), Secondary Crash Net (SCN), and NG911 services is mandatory.

• NG911 Integration: Enable advanced emergency communications features including text-to-911, multimedia messaging, and real-time data sharing.

• Security: Contractor employees require physical access to federally controlled facilities and/or access to DON or DOD computer/network/systems. This includes obtaining a 5512 DBIDs and potentially undergoing background investigations (NACLC, SSBI) depending on access level (IT-I, IT-II, IT-III).

• Reporting: Monthly invoices and detailed invoice reports are required via WAWF. A Monthly Statement Report is also required.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Past Performance Report Form" requested by the U.S. Naval Supply System (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk (FLCN). Its purpose is to gather information from agencies/companies regarding a contractor's past performance on previous contracts. This information will be used to evaluate the contractor's likelihood of successfully accomplishing the work required for an upcoming contract award.

The form requests details about the company submitting the report, including:

• Company's Name, POC, Title/Position, Email Address, Contract/Purchase Order No., Contract Amount, Contract Type, Period of Performance, and Business Address.

It also includes sections for the reporting entity to provide feedback on the contractor's performance in areas such as:

• Quality (Recruiting, Retention, Meeting Contract Requirements, Customer Satisfaction)
• Timeliness (Meeting performance schedules, submission of reports/invoicing)
• Responsiveness (Responding to customer concerns, problem isolation and resolution)
• Cost Control
• Additional Observations/Information (Strengths, weaknesses, satisfaction with award, similar efforts, and other contacts).

This form is to be completed by entities that have previously contracted with the offeror. Bidders should be aware that their past performance will be evaluated using this questionnaire. The form guides the evaluator to assess critical aspects of performance that are relevant to the successful execution of government contracts.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Contract Administration Plan (CAP) for a Fixed-Price, Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. It outlines the roles and responsibilities of various government personnel involved in contract administration, including the Procuring Contracting Officer (PCO), Contract Administration Office (CAO), Paying Office, Ordering Officer, and Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).

This document is crucial for understanding the administrative structure and points of contact for the contract. It clarifies who is responsible for different aspects of contract management, such as:

• PCO: Pre-award duties, contract changes, and post-award conferences.
• CAO: General contract administration as per FAR.
• Paying Office: Invoice payments.
• Ordering Officer: Issuing task orders, evaluating proposals for orders, obligating funds, authorizing performance, and monitoring direct costs.
• COR: Technical interface, contract surveillance, quality assurance, acceptance of services/deliverables, invoice review, and administrative duties.

It also details the limitations on the Ordering Officer and the COR's authority, emphasizing that only the PCO/CAO can modify contract terms. The document also specifies the minimum and maximum quantities and prices for the IDIQ contract across various sites, totaling $43,050,000. It includes a note regarding the use of minimum funding for IDIQ contracts, referencing a GAO decision.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document is an Excel spreadsheet containing pricing details for Integrated Voice Services via Central Office based, dial tone facilities. It outlines CLINs (Contract Line Item Numbers) and associated pricing for various service locations.

• Service Locations: Naval Station Norfolk, NSA Mechanicsburg, NSA Philadelphia, PNYA Services, Great Lakes, Key West, and Little Creek.
• CLIN Descriptions: Includes Analog Seats, NG911, Implementation & Transition Services, Analog Telephone Adapters (ATA), and ATA License.
• Periods of Performance: Details for the Base Ordering Period (February 1, 2027 - January 31, 2032) and the FAR Clause 52.217-8 Option Period (February 1, 2032 - July 31, 2032).
• Pricing Structure: Provides Unit Price, Quantity, Estimated Monthly Cost, Number of Months, and Not-to-Exceed (NTE) costs for both annual and 6-month periods.

This spreadsheet provides detailed pricing breakdowns for different service locations and contract periods. Bidders should use this information to understand the cost structure for the required voice services and to prepare their own pricing proposals. Note that all 'Total' and 'NTE' cost fields in the provided data are listed as 0.0, indicating that specific cost figures are not populated in this version of the document.