Broadband internet access for Unaccompanied Housing

SOL #: FA480326Q0093Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Air Force
FA4803 20 CONS LGCA
SHAW AFB, SC, 29152-5125, United States

Place of Performance

SC

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111)

PSC

Telecom Access And Other Usage Billing Services. Includes Satellite Communications Access, Internet, Cellular Services, Landline And Telephone Services. Transport Services For Data And Voice Network Circuits And Associated Access Facilities And Services; Includes Dedicated And Virtual Data Networks. (DG11)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Jun 2, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Jun 12, 2029, 3:00 PM

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 Air Force, 20th Contracting Squadron (20 CONS) at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, is conducting market research to identify capable sources for providing commercial broadband internet and recurring Wi-Fi services for Unaccompanied Housing facilities. This notice is for informational purposes only, with responses due by June 12, 2029.

Scope of Work

The objective is to acquire commercial internet installation, activation, maintenance, and recurring high-speed Wi-Fi broadband services for designated facilities. The contractor will be responsible for all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and support to install, configure, activate, and maintain reliable broadband services. A key requirement is the ability to utilize existing commercial infrastructure where feasible, and integrate with it advantageously and cost-effectively.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
  • Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
  • Response Due: June 12, 2029, at 3:00 PM Z
  • Published: June 2, 2026

Evaluation

Information received will be used solely for market research and acquisition planning. This includes determining the availability of qualified sources and the most appropriate acquisition strategy. The Government anticipates competing this requirement among capable vendors operating within the local area and existing infrastructure environment. They intend to solicit offers only from local sources currently offering commercial services at Shaw Air Force Base.

Additional Notes

This notice does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quote (RFQ), or a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. The Government reserves the right to determine the appropriate acquisition approach based on responses received.

People

Points of Contact

Shaunannette D. WatsonPRIMARY
Lori K. EllisSECONDARY

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