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RFQ: Reaward a 100MB commercial circuit Intra-SWA.

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY (DISA).DISA/DITCO EUROPE · Response deadline: Thu, 05 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

DISA/DITCO Europe intends to reaward a telecommunications services contract for a 100MB commercial circuit Intra-SWA (Intra-Southwest Asia). This is a data transmission capacity procurement, typical of Defense Information Systems Agency work supporting U.S. military and government operations in the Southwest Asia theater.

NAICS 517111 covers Wired Telecommunications Carriers, which includes businesses providing local, long-distance, and dedicated circuit services using wired infrastructure. DISA routinely procures commercial bandwidth to connect military installations, command centers, and operational units—particularly in overseas locations where government-owned infrastructure is impractical.

The "reaward" designation indicates this replaces or continues an existing service arrangement. See the solicitation for circuit termination points, service level requirements, and any transition obligations.

Key facts

Who can bid

This solicitation is full and open—no small business set-aside applies. Any responsible offeror, large or small, may compete.

Small telecommunications carriers with Southwest Asia presence can still compete effectively. DISA/DITCO Europe frequently sources regional providers or those with partner agreements in-theater. Key qualifications typically include:

• Facilities or established interconnection agreements serving the Intra-SWA region
• Experience with U.S. government telecommunications contracts (DISA, DOD, or State Department)
• Appropriate security clearances for personnel, if circuit endpoints involve classified locations
• COMSEC or encryption certification capabilities, if required for military traffic

If your business lacks direct regional presence, consider subcontracting with a carrier having existing infrastructure, or partnering through a mentor-protégé or joint venture arrangement. See the solicitation for any Teaming Arrangement provisions.

How to put together a competitive bid

For circuit reawards, DISA evaluations typically emphasize price, technical compliance, and transition reliability. Structure your bid to address:

Technical response: Specify exact circuit specifications—protocol (Ethernet, SDH/SONET, MPLS), physical medium (fiber, copper, microwave backup), and latency/jitter guarantees. Map your proposed route with POP (Point of Presence) handoffs. If incumbent, document service history and any outage records.

Pricing: Break out recurring monthly charges清楚 from non-recurring charges (installation, equipment). DISA often evaluates Total Evaluated Price over the contract base and option periods. Identify any foreign government fees, right-of-way costs, or currency fluctuation risks for in-theater infrastructure.

Past performance: Cite at least three relevant circuit services contracts, preferably DOD or comparable mission-critical networks. Include Contracting Officer contact information and performance period dates.

Security and continuity: Address physical security of facilities in the AOR (Area of Responsibility), redundant routing options, and restoration time objectives. DISA generally requires 24/7 network operations center support—clarify NOC location and language capabilities.

Next steps

1. Retrieve the full solicitation on SAM.gov using number HC102127QA001; review the Statement of Work, deliverables schedule, and evaluation factors not contained in this synopsis.

2. Confirm place of performance and any classified location access requirements in the full documents.

3. Calendar the deadline: November 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM. DISA/DITCO solicitations typically close sharply; late submissions are not accepted.

4. Post-award considerations: If unsuccessful, request a debriefing within three days of award notification to inform future DISA telecommunications bids.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →