Commercial Internet Service Provider (CISP)

SOL #: W50S77-26-Q-0006Special NoticeSole Source

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
W7N2 USPFO ACTIVITY TXANG 147
HOUSTON, TX, 77034-5586, United States

Place of Performance

Houston, TX

NAICS

Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111)

PSC

Network Services Delivered As A Service, By Subscription, Or Service Contract. Physical And Wireless Networks Managed As A Service Connected To And From Core Data Centers, Work Areas, And Offices Connecting End Users To The Organization's Broader Networks. Network Services Delivered In Connection With Other Iaa S And Paa S Services. Cloud Based Network Management Services And Software Defined Networks (Sdn) Accessed By Service Contract Or Subscriptions. (DG10)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Apr 2, 2026
2
Action Date
Apr 17, 2026, 7:00 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 147th ATW has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for Commercial Internet Service Provider (CISP) services at Ellington AB, Houston, TX 77034. The intent is to award a service contract to AT&T Enterprises LLC. This decision is based on market research indicating AT&T is the only vendor with an existing and operational network demarcation point (Dmarc) at the installation, which is critical to avoid substantial cost duplication and unacceptable delays to mission activities. While this is not a request for competitive proposals, responsible sources may submit capability statements for consideration by April 17, 2026.

Scope of Work

Provide essential Commercial Internet Service to support ongoing mission activities at Ellington AB, Houston, TX. The service requires an existing network demarcation point (Dmarc) for interconnection.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
  • Intended Contractor: AT&T Enterprises LLC (CAGE Code: 9UHJ2)
  • Justification: 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.301-1 (Only One Responsible Source)
  • Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
  • Capability Statement Due: April 17, 2026, 7:00 PM ET
  • Published: April 2, 2026
  • RFP Posting: The RFP will NOT be posted to SAM.gov as this is a sole source requirement.

Evaluation

All responsible sources may submit a capability statement. The agency will consider these statements, but a determination not to compete this requirement remains solely at the Government's discretion. The Government will not be responsible for any costs incurred by interested parties in responding to this notice.

Additional Notes

This notice is NOT a request for competitive proposals. Questions and concerns must be submitted in writing via e-mail to the primary contact.

People

Points of Contact

MSgt Buddy CiemiengoPRIMARY
buddy.ciemiengo.1@us.af.mil

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