Sole Source Internet at Edwards AFB, CA

SOL #: F1S0AN6107A001Pre-SolicitationSole Source

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Air Force

FA9302 AFTC PZZ

EDWARDS AFB, CA, 93524-1185, United States

Place of Performance

Edwards, CA

NAICS

Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (517112)

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/a6c6985c9d824a79aa74fd80ea1cc904/view

Timeline

Posted

May 5, 2026

Last Updated

May 18, 2026

Response Deadline

May 20, 2026, 11:00 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 United States Air Force Test Center (AFTC/PZZG) at Edwards AFB, CA, intends to award a sole source, Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) contract to CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS OPERATING LLC AKA Spectrum for a 40 Gb Internet connection to support test mission needs. This presolicitation notice indicates that Spectrum is currently the only approved vendor capable of providing these services at Edwards AFB. Responses from interested vendors are due by May 20, 2026.

Scope of Work

The contract requires Spectrum to provide a 40 Gb Internet connection to meet the AD CTF's test mission needs. This includes providing all necessary equipment and its maintenance for the duration of the contract. Services will be delivered to facilities 3920A, 3920B, 156B, 156C/D, 156E, 156F, 156G, and 310 at Edwards AFB, CA.

Contract & Timeline

Type: Sole Source, Firm Fixed-Price (FFP)
Duration: One base year + four option years
Set-Aside: None (No small business set-asides apply)
Response Due: May 20, 2026
Published: May 8, 2026
Anticipated Award Date: May 29, 2026

Justification for Sole Source

The Air Force is pursuing a sole source award under FAR 6.103-1 (Only one responsible source) because Spectrum is the only vendor that has completed the necessary work to be approved to provide commercial internet services at Edwards AFB, CA, following recent modifications to security requirements and the approval process. The cost and effort for other vendors to achieve this approval are significant.

Vendor Approval Process

An amendment includes instructions for becoming an approved vendor. Companies interested in providing internet services at Edwards AFB must obtain a Government sponsor and complete the AFMC ATO process. Spectrum is currently the only approved CISP vendor.

Action Items

There are no solicitation documents. However, vendors who believe they can meet the described requirements should submit a complete technical package providing clear and convincing evidence of their capability. Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov. This is a presolicitation notice only and not a request for proposals.