Cell Phones and Wifi Puck ISO KMEP 26.1
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, 646th Support Detachment, is soliciting proposals for Cell Phones, WiFi Pucks, and SIM Cards to support the Korea Marine Exercise Program 2026 (KMEP 26.1) in the Republic of Korea. This Firm Fixed-Price contract aims to provide essential communication devices and support for Joint US and Bilateral forces during training activities. Proposals are due February 10, 2026, at 01:00 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes the lease and support of:
- 153 Cell Phones: Must have unlimited 5G LTE service, a Korean phone number, and be capable of downloading communication apps (e.g., Signal). iPhones are preferred, but other smartphones are acceptable; standard flip phones are not. Products must not be manufactured or developed in China.
- 99 WiFi Pucks: Each providing 100 GB of 5G data capacity per month. Devices must be secured.
- 180 SIM Cards: With unlimited 5G capability.
- Support Services: A 24-hour helpdesk for troubleshooting and software repairs, available during holiday periods.
- Replacements: Unserviceable WiFi Pucks or cellphones must be replaced within 48 hours of notification.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This acquisition is limited to local contractors in the Republic of Korea (ROK). All offerors, including U.S. sources, must possess or obtain the requisite business licenses directly from the ROK Government and comply with all applicable ROK laws (labor, taxation, immigration). Initial quotes must include adequate verification of authorization and capacity to compete and perform as a local source; failure to do so will result in disqualification. While the solicitation is "UNRESTRICTED" in terms of small business set-asides, the local contractor requirement is a strict eligibility criterion.
Contract Details & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Period of Performance: February 21, 2026, to May 07, 2026.
- NAICS Code: 517111 (Wired and Wireless Telecommunications Carriers).
- Solicitation Number: W90VN926QA019.
- Proposal Due Date: February 10, 2026, at 01:00 PM Local Time.
- Proposal Validity: Quotes must be valid for 180 days from submission.
- Currency: All unit prices must be rounded to the nearest whole Korean Won (KRW).
Submission Requirements
Quotes must be submitted via the PIEE website or emailed to brandon.s.hinsley.mil@army.mil. Offerors must provide detailed pricing, incorporate all costs, and specify delivery dates. Questions must be emailed to the contracting officer within 24 hours of solicitation issuance.
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be made to a responsible offeror based on a single Firm Fixed Price contract for the entirety of the work. Evaluation will consider:
- FACTOR I - TECHNICAL (Acceptable/Unacceptable): Assesses technical capability to perform PWS tasks and Local Source Eligibility (verification of ROK licensing and SOFA compliance).
- FACTOR II - PAST PERFORMANCE (Acceptable/Unacceptable): Reviews recent (within 5 years) and relevant past performance.
- FACTOR III – PRICE: Analyzed for completeness and reasonableness.
Additional Notes
Delivery of items is required at various bases and complexes in Korea, including Camp Mujuk, Warrior Base, Rodriguez Live Fire Complex, Kunsan Air Base, and Gwangju Air Base, with specific dates and quantities detailed in the Delivery Details attachment. The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses by reference and full text, including those related to telecommunications (Section 889) and ROK tax exemptions under the US-ROK Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA).