Consolidation Notice: USDA Network Services
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 United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a Consolidation Notice for Network Services. This notice informs industry of USDA's intent to consolidate network procurement under a future Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA). No solicitation will be issued directly from this notice.
Scope of Work
The consolidated network procurement will cover Digital Network Communications Hardware, Software, and Other Equipment used within core data centers and work areas, connecting end-users to Local Area Networks (LANs). It also includes Wide Area Network (WAN) digital transmission equipment, supporting hardware and software directly connecting data centers, offices, and third parties. This encompasses external digital network transport equipment, physical communications infrastructure, copper and fiber communications systems, and cellular infrastructure (towers, repeaters, switching systems). Products and tools enabling or distributing voice services through on-premise digital equipment (PBX, VoIP, voicemail, handsets) are also included.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Consolidate for future BPA)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Notice Expiration: February 13, 2026, 10:00 AM EST
- Published: February 6, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice serves as an official intent to consolidate in accordance with FAR 7.107-3(b). The USDA will solicit for these requirements via a Blanket Purchase Agreement at a later date. Interested parties should monitor future SAM.gov postings for the BPA solicitation. The primary place of performance is listed as Fort Collins, CO.
Points of Contact
- Bryana Jordan: Bryana.Jordan@usda.gov
- Allen Hunt (for BPA and onboarding procedures): allen.hunt@usda.gov