Deployable Integrated Telecommunication Test Range (DITTR)

SOL #: W91151-26-D-A003Award NoticeSole Source

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Dept Of The Army
W6QM MICC-FDO FT HOOD
FORT HOOD, TX, 76544, United States

Place of Performance

Fort Huachuca, AZ

NAICS

All Other Telecommunications (517810)

PSC

Support Services For Physical And Wireless Networks Connecting Equipment Within The Core Data Centers And Work Areas, Connecting End Users To The Organization's Broader Networks, As Well As Wide Area Network Equipment, Hardware And Software Directly Connecting Into Data Centers, Offices And Third Parties. Support Services Which Enable Or Distribute Voice Services Through On Premise Equipment Including Pbx, Vo Ip, Voicemail And Handsets. Also Provides Support For Transport Services For Data And Voice Network Circuits And Associated Access Facilities And Services; Includes Dedicated And Virtual Data Networks And Internet Access. Support Services For External (Outside Plant) Physical Communications Infrastructure Connecting To Lan/Wan End Points. Mobile Infrastructure Support Such As Cabled Communication Network, Cellular Towers, Repeaters, Switching Systems Dedicated For Cellular Communication (DG01)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Mar 3, 2026

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 has issued an Award Notice for a sole-source contract to TLC Solutions, Inc. for Deployable Integrated Telecommunication Test Range (DITTR) warranty and maintenance services. This contract, valued at an estimated $2 million, is essential for ongoing operational test activities at Fort Huachuca, AZ, and supports multiple Army and Department of Defense programs. The award is projected for February 19, 2026, funded by FY2026 RDT&E funds.

Scope of Work

This contract covers warranty and maintenance services for the Deployable Integrated Telecommunication Test Range (DITTR) equipment and software. These services are critical to ensure the operational readiness and support for various Army and DoD programs requiring DITTR capabilities.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sole Source Award Notice (Simplified Acquisition Procedures for Commercial Products and Services)
  • Awardee: TLC Solutions, Inc.
  • Value: Estimated $2,000,000
  • Funding: FY2026 Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) funds
  • Award Date: Projected February 19, 2026
  • Published: March 3, 2026
  • Place of Performance: Fort Huachuca, AZ
  • Set-Aside: Not Applicable (Sole Source)

Justification for Sole Source

The justification for this sole-source award to TLC Solutions, Inc. is based on their status as the original manufacturer of the DITTR system. They hold all proprietary rights to the equipment and software, making competitive acquisition difficult. Market research, including a sources sought notice on SAM.gov, yielded no other interested or capable sources.

Future Outlook

The government acknowledges the proprietary nature of the system and is actively pursuing future strategies to increase competition for similar requirements. Interested parties in telecommunication test range services should note the government's intent to identify competitive sources for future needs.

Contact Information

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Points of Contact

Stephanie MoorePRIMARY
stephanie.h.moore5.civ@army.mil
5209441997

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