NATO Business Opportunity: Refresh and Sustain DCIS Equipment Pool WP3 - Provision of User Access Modules
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 NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) intends to issue an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the refresh and sustain DCIS Equipment Pool WP3 - Provision of User Access Modules. This opportunity is for U.S. prime contractors to provide specific equipment and materials under an Indefinite Duration Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Framework Contract. Potential U.S. prime contractors must be pre-approved for NATO Competitive Procurement (NCP) and obtain a Declaration of Eligibility (DOE) by April 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the provision of User Access Modules and associated installation materials. This includes, but is not limited to, transport cases, blank panels, various patchcords and fiber optic cables (e.g., LC-LC, SM, HMA), Uninterrupted Power Supplies (UPS), power cables (H07V2-K ECA), bolts, washers, nuts, tie wraps, connectors, heatshrink tubing, Velcro, and aluminum metal sheets. The scope is limited to equipment and materials, including warranty services.
Contract Details
- Type: Indefinite Duration Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Framework Contract.
- Period of Performance: Up to 5 years.
- Estimated Value: Ceiling of EUR 12,000,000.00.
- Initial Task Order: Will be placed at contract award.
- Set-Aside/Eligibility: Competition is limited to BOA holders and vendors nominated by participating nations. U.S. prime contractors must maintain a professionally active facility in the U.S., be pre-approved for NCP, and obtain a DOE from the Department of Commerce (DOC).
Eligibility & Submission
U.S. firms interested in bidding must first be approved for NCP by the DOC. This involves a one-time application with supporting documentation (company resume/capability statement, annual report/financial documents). After NCP approval, DOC will issue a DOE for this specific project. Applications and DOE requests should be submitted to LeeAnn.Carpenter@bis.doc.gov. Firms new to NCP should include the project title/solicitation number and contact details in the email text.
Important Dates
- Request a DOE (and submit NCP application for new firms): April 9, 2026
- NCIA distributes the IFB (planned): April 13, 2026
- Bid closing (anticipated): April 28, 2026
- Contract Award (estimated): June 30, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice does not constitute a commitment to award a contract. Vendors are advised to regularly check for updates. Timely registration and compliance with eligibility requirements are essential, as deadlines may not be extended. The reference for the IFB is IFB-CO-424332-DCEP-UAM.