Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) Services for Edwards Air Force Base (AFB)

SOL #: A060703Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Air Force

FA9301 AFTC PZIO

EDWARDS AFB, CA, 93524-1185, United States

Place of Performance

Edwards, CA

NAICS

Media Streaming Distribution Services (516210)

PSC

Telecom Access And Other Usage Billing Services. Includes Satellite Communications Access, Internet, Cellular Services, Landline And Telephone Services. Transport Services For Data And Voice Network Circuits And Associated Access Facilities And Services; Includes Dedicated And Virtual Data Networks. (DG11)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/c7b895cc364941ebaf71b4ae93aa98b6/view

Timeline

Posted

May 5, 2026

Response Deadline

May 19, 2026, 5:00 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 Department of the Air Force is conducting market research via a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) Services at Edwards Air Force Base (AFB), CA. This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal. Responses are due May 19, 2026.

Scope of Work

The Government seeks comprehensive IPTV solutions to deliver television programming across Edwards AFB. Key requirements include:

Service Provisioning: Provide paid subscription and on-demand television services.
Network & Distribution: Broadcast IPTV signals through a broadband or similar network, ensuring reliable distribution.
Infrastructure: Solutions must be scalable, allow for future expansion, and integrate with the base's pre-existing broadband infrastructure.
Alternative Delivery: Proposals for satellite or similar alternative methods must detail required infrastructure installation, associated costs, and site conditions.
Mandatory Compliance: Offerors must possess an approved Commercial Internet Service Provider Authority to Operate (CISP ATO) to be considered.

Information Requested

Interested parties should submit a capability statement addressing:

Company Overview (Name, CAGE code, UEI, business size/socioeconomic status).
Technical Approach (broadband vs. satellite, signal reception/broadcast).
Infrastructure Integration (utilization of existing broadband or new infrastructure requirements/costs).
Scalability for future expansion.
Confirmation of an active, approved CISP ATO.