Data Verification and Validation Link Analysis Software Platform – Artificial Intelligence (AI) Solutions for Network Performance Analytics and Data Validation

SOL #: FNA-CPO-0126Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

Commerce
National Telecommunications And Information Administration
DEPT OF COMMERCE NTIA/FIRST NET
RESTON, VA, 20192, United States

Place of Performance

Reston, VA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

Platform Delivered As A Service For Databases And Middleware. A Distributed Platform, Application And System Integration Resources Enabling Cross Application Development, Communications And Information Sharing. (DH10)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Jan 9, 2026
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Last Updated
Jan 30, 2026
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Response Deadline
Jan 30, 2026, 10:00 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 First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet Authority) is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) for Artificial Intelligence (AI) Solutions for Network Performance Analytics and Data Validation. This market research seeks an AI-based Data Verification and Validation Software Platform to enhance data-driven decision-making. Responses are due February 6, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. ET.

Purpose & Scope

This RFI aims to gather information on available and capable business sources to determine the appropriate acquisition method, including potential set-asides. The FirstNet Authority seeks a platform providing data analytic automation for network performance analytics, data validation, predictive modeling, and data visualization for the Nationwide Public Safety Broadband Network (NPSBN). The solution will leverage AI for real-time data correlation, automated validation, and advanced analytics on complex datasets.

Key Requirements

The desired solution should support:

  • Data Ingestion, Validation, and Quality Assurance: Processing large volumes of structured/unstructured data using AI/ML for cleansing, anomaly detection, and integrity checks.
  • Data Analytics for NPSBN Network Performance: Delivering real-time and historical analytics on KPIs (throughput, latency, availability, RF coverage) with granular spatial and temporal analysis.
  • Predictive Modeling and AI-Driven Insights: Implementing ML models for forecasting trends, identifying risks, and pinpointing coverage gaps, including Large Language Models (LLMs) for natural language querying.
  • Platform Capabilities: A secure, cloud-native analytics platform with intuitive dashboards, role-based access, customizable reporting, and APIs.
  • AI/ML Transition: Seamless transition of AI/ML assets and data pipelines from an incumbent provider.
  • Special Requirements: 99.9% uptime, U.S. Government data ownership, FISMA/NIST/FedRAMP Moderate compliance, Section 508, and comprehensive support.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
  • NAICS: 541519 – Other Computer Related Services; Information Technology Value Added Resellers
  • Place of Performance: Primarily remote, with coordination in Reston, VA.
  • Period of Performance (anticipated for future contract): 12 months base + four option periods.
  • Set-Aside: None specified; government is exploring possibilities.
  • Response Due: February 6, 2026, 5:00 p.m. ET (extended by Amendment 004).
  • Published: January 30, 2026 (latest amendment).

Submission Details

Responses, limited to ten (10) pages in Adobe PDF or Microsoft Word, should be emailed to Adam Powell (Adam.Powell@Firstnet.gov). The RFI includes a Draft Performance Work Statement and responses to 79 vendor questions (Amendment 004). This is for planning purposes only and does not guarantee a future solicitation or contract award.

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