CS - SIP Telephone
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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 has issued a Special Notice regarding its intent to procure Local Telecommunication Services (LTS) Conversion from LSTDM to SIP Trunking, including E911 and Weather Service Lines, for Cheyenne, WY. This notice includes a Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition, identifying Lumen as the sole responsible source due to its unique physical infrastructure.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the installation and servicing of SIP phone, E911, and Real Time Weather Service. This involves converting existing Local Telecommunication Services (LTS) from LSTDM to SIP Trunking.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Funding: O&M, Air
- Place of Performance: Cheyenne, WY
- Product Service Code: R699 (Other Administrative Support Services)
Justification for Sole Source
The Department of the Army has determined that Lumen is the only responsible source capable of providing these services. The justification cites FAR 6.302-1, stating that Lumen is the sole telephone company in Cheyenne with the necessary physical infrastructure to deliver the required SIP phone, E911, and Real Time Weather Services. Market research confirmed the unavailability of other sources.
Timeline & Contacts
- Published Date: May 11, 2026
- Response Date: May 26, 2026, 4:00 PM MST. This date is for interested parties to submit comments or statements of capability if they believe they can meet the requirement.
- Contracting Office: W7N9 USPFO ACTIVITY WYANG 153, DEPT OF THE ARMY
- Primary Contact: Benjamin Taylor (benjamin.c.taylor10.mil@army.mil)
- Secondary Contact: Kristopher W Kahle (kristopher.kahle@us.af.mil)