D--INTERNET SERVICE

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides instructions for offerors on how to prepare and submit their proposals in response to the solicitation. It details the required format and content for each tab of the submission.

• Submission Deadline: Offers must be submitted by the date and time specified on SF1449 block 8.
• Submission Method: One (1) electronic copy to Mindie Dixon at mdixon@usgs.gov.
• Required Tabs:
  • Tab A – Offer Form (SF 1449): Must include original signature, date, Contract Administration Data, UEI, and acknowledgement of amendments.
  • Tab B – Pricing: Requires unit prices on SF 1449, completed "AMOUNT" section, and an itemized quote.
  • Tab C – FAR Clauses: Completed copies of FAR 52.212-3 and 52.204-24 if not updated in SAM.gov.
  • Tab D – Evaluation Factor Responses: Technical Capability response (3-page limit) including a Capabilities Statement addressing SOW requirements, detailed approach, and relevant distributor/reseller documentation if applicable.

Failure to provide the items listed in Tabs A, B, C, and D may result in an incomplete offer, which will not be evaluated. Offerors must follow these instructions precisely to ensure timely and equitable evaluation in accordance with FAR 52.212-2.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for IT and Telecom Network as a Service. It outlines the requirements for internet service for various USGS locations.

• Internet Service (IT and Telecom Network as a Service)

• Base year and four option years for internet service.

• A 6-month extension option is also included.

• The solicitation number is 140G012600033.

• The issue date is February 4, 2026.

• The offer due date is February 13, 2026, at 1700 MS local time.

• The NAICS code is 517111 with a size standard of 1,500.

• Offers are to be submitted by the date and time specified.

• The solicitation includes FAR clauses related to commercial products and services, instructions to offerors, and evaluation criteria.

• Evaluation will be based on price and other factors, with technical and past performance being approximately equal to cost or price.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business (100%).

• Contact for questions: Mindie Dixon (mdixon@usgs.gov).

• The document includes numerous FAR clauses and provisions that bidders must review and comply with.

• Key attachments include: B08 Statement of Work Final, B08 Instructions To Offerors Attachment 2, and Brand Name Justification Redacted.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To procure dedicated internet services for the United States Geological Survey (USGS), South Atlantic Water Science Center (SAWSC) in Norcross, Georgia, ensuring robust backbone infrastructure for data transfer as the Department of the Interior transitions away from physical servers.

• Install and maintain unmanaged Dedicated Internet Access (DIA) with 1 Gbps bi-directional speed.

• Provide five static IP addresses (one for the USGS router).

• Install necessary lines to the demarcation point and extend connectivity to the USGS IT room.

• Test the circuit to ensure compliance with requirements.

• The ISP must be an authorized AT&T reseller.

• Installation includes all labor, parts, hardware, firmware, and software.

• Service Level Agreement (SLA) guaranteeing 24/7 support and a 99% uptime guarantee.

• Security must meet or exceed Federal Government standards.

• IPv6 capability is required.

• Place of Performance: USGS SAWSC office at 1770 Corporate Drive, Suite 500, Norcross, GA 30093.

• Period of Performance: One base year with four option periods for continued service, totaling five years.

• Delivery Deadline: Installation and service must be completed no later than 1 March 2026.

• Vendor technicians will work on-site accompanied by USGS IT staff.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "Brand Name Justification" for a sole source acquisition. It outlines the need for a 1 Gbps bi-directional Ethernet Business Class Internet Service for the Department of the Interior, United States Geological Survey South Atlantic Water Science Center (SAWSC) in Norcross, GA.

This justification explains why the government is considering a sole source award to AT&T. Key points include:

• Service Required: 1 Gbps bi-directional Ethernet internet service, including five static IP addresses, network switch, installation, and 24x7x365 dedicated enterprise support.
• Current Infrastructure: The SAWSC office is already utilizing AT&T services, which are fully integrated into their existing IT infrastructure.
• Rationale for Sole Source: Transitioning to a new Internet Service Provider (ISP) would cause service disruption, require network reconfiguration, and potentially lead to downtime, negatively impacting federal operations. AT&T meets required cybersecurity standards (FISMA and FedRAMP).
• Market Research: Research indicated AT&T has an authorized reseller network for small businesses, operating under a master agent model. This structure allows small businesses to offer AT&T services without meeting direct carrier requirements.
• Future Competition: The government intends to conduct market research for future requirements and will compete the procurement if other sources become available.
• Authority: The proposed action is being considered under FAR 13.106-1.
• Pricing: Prices will be determined fair and reasonable by comparing past orders and reseller competition.