Cable and Fiber Optic Installation
Overview
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Place of Performance
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Set Aside
Original Source
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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 Department of the Army, MICC-FT GORDON, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Notice for an 8(a) direct contract for Cable and Fiber Optic Installation services at Fort Gordon, GA, and surrounding areas. This requirement is for essential ongoing cabling support, intended as a Firm Fixed Price contract, while a larger comprehensive IDIQ contract is under development. Capability statements are due by 8 a.m. EST, April 30, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This is a non-personnel services contract to provide Inside and Outside Plant Installation of copper cabling and fiber optic cabling, including testing and repair of test failures. Services will be performed at various locations in and around Fort Gordon, GA, and other areas serviced by the Fort Gordon Network Enterprise Center (NEC). The contractor will be responsible for all personnel, equipment, supplies, facilities, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and incidentals. The scope includes abatement (asbestos) as defined in the Performance Work Statement.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (for an 8(a) direct contract)
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8)
- NAICS Code: 238210, Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (Size Standard: $19M)
- Product Service Code (PSC): DF10 (IT Management Tools And Services)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (anticipated for the 8(a) direct award)
- Period of Performance: Approximately 60 months (one base year and four option years). Specific dates for this direct award are not provided, but the PWS for the future IDIQ indicates a potential start of August 20, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Fort Gordon, GA, and other areas serviced by Fort Gordon NEC.
Submission Requirements
Interested 8(a) small businesses must submit a capability statement (max 10 pages) addressing:
- Past performance on similar requirements.
- Ability to manage tasks of this nature, including subcontracting.
- Specific technical skills.
- Ability to perform at least 50% of the work as an 8(a) prime.
- 8(a) business status and company profile (employees, revenue, DUNS, office locations).
- Ability to meet Facility and Safeguarding requirements.
- Interest as a prime or subcontractor. The draft PWS for the future IDIQ contract is attached for review, outlining detailed requirements including BICSI certifications, security clearances (SECRET, T3), and a Quality Control Plan.
Key Dates & Contact
- Response Deadline: 8 a.m. EST, April 30, 2026
- Published Date: April 9, 2026
- Contact: Sir Ovynten Rivera (Contract Specialist)
- Email: sirovynten.d.rivera.civ@army.mil
- Submission: Email capability statement with subject line "Solicitation Synopsis for the Network Enterprise Center Cabling requirement." No phone calls accepted.