Intent to Award
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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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Distribution intends to award a sole source contract to Cox Business for Optical Internet Service at DLA Distribution San Diego, California. This service is critical for supporting the F-35 PSP in building 365, enabling essential communication within the installation. Interested contractors must submit their qualifications and capabilities by May 08, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Purpose & Scope
DLA Distribution San Diego requires Optical Internet Service to establish a sole source contract with Cox Cable. This service is vital for the F-35 PSP in building 365, ensuring robust communication across the installation. Failure to secure this service would result in mission failure for communication between DLA and other agencies on site.
Contract Details
- Type: Intent to Award Sole Source Contract (under FAR 12.102(a) for acquisitions at or below the simplified acquisition threshold)
- Intended Awardee: Cox Business
- NAICS Code: 238210 (Broadband Internet Access Services)
- Small Business Size Standard: $19 Million
- PSC Code: N099 (Data Transmission Services)
Submission & Evaluation
This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a request for competitive proposals. A solicitation will not be issued. However, interested contractors who believe they can meet the requirement may identify their interest and submit qualifications/capabilities. Responses should be marked with "Optical Internet" in the subject line.
- Submission Deadline: Friday, May 08, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST
- Submission Email: Deborah.L.Johnson@dla.mil (Contact: Deborah Johnson)
The Government reserves the right to determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement based on responses received. If no affirmative responses are received, a purchase order will be awarded to Cox Business.