Juniper Hardware and Software Support Renewal
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 Naval Air Warfare Center, Weapons Division (NAWCWD) at China Lake, CA, intends to procure Juniper Hardware and Software Support Renewal for FY26. This is a Firm Fixed Price contract, procured on an other than full and open competition basis, specifically sole source to Juniper Networks with competition among authorized distributors. The solicitation, N6893626Q5081, was published on February 4, 2026. Offers are due by February 12, 2026, at 04:00 PM.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the renewal of Juniper Hardware Support, including various Juniper Networks Care services. Key deliverables include Next-Day Delivery with advanced parts replacement (1-year) and 12x5 response times. Support is required for specific Juniper models such as MX204-HW-BASE, SRX1500-AC, SRX1500-AC-TAA, SRX1500-DC, and SRX4200HW. The support period for most items spans from late 2024 to early 2027, with some extending to February 2027.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: February 23, 2026, to February 01, 2027.
- Set-Aside: UNRESTRICTED (Other than full and open competition, sole source to Juniper Networks with competition among authorized distributors).
- Product Service Code: DC01 - Support Services For Data Center Facilities.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: February 12, 2026, at 04:00 PM.
- Submission Instructions: Bidders must complete blocks 12, 17, 23, and 24 on Standard Form 1449. Invoices and payment requests will be processed through Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).
- Evaluation Factors: The government will evaluate offers based on PRICE, DELIVERY DATE, CAPABILITY STATEMENT, PROOF OF AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTORSHIP, and AWARD WITHOUT DISCUSSION.
Eligibility & Additional Notes
All responsible sources must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database at www.sam.gov and WAWF.eb.mil. The government cannot award to an entity without an "Active" SAM registration. The solicitation incorporates relevant FAR clauses by reference, including 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors) and 52.212-2 (Evaluation Factors for Award).