Sole Source Internet at Edwards AFB, CA
Overview
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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 United States Air Force Test Center (AFTC/PZZG) intends to award a sole source, Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) contract to CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS OPERATING LLC AKA Spectrum for a 40 Gb Internet connection at Edwards AFB, CA. This presolicitation notice indicates no small business set-asides apply. Vendors who believe they can meet the requirements must submit a complete technical package by May 20, 2026.
Opportunity Details
The AFTC/PZZG requires a 40 Gb Internet connection to support test mission needs at Edwards AFB, CA, specifically for facilities including 3920A, 3920B, 156B, 156C/D, 156E, 156F, 156G, and 310. Spectrum will provide all equipment and maintenance for this service, replacing a current interim solution. The contract is anticipated to be an options contract consisting of one base year plus four option years.
Sole Source Justification
The Air Force intends to award this contract to Spectrum without full and open competition, citing 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) or 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) due to Spectrum being the only approved vendor capable of supplying these services at Edwards AFB. Previously, three commercial internet vendors were qualified based on security requirements; however, recent modifications to the approval process mean only Spectrum has completed the necessary work. Approving additional companies would incur significant costs (approximately $7,000 per vendor for security checks, plus fiber laying costs).
Vendor Challenge & Approval Process
While this is a sole source presolicitation, vendors who believe they can meet the requirements are invited to submit a complete technical package providing clear and convincing evidence of their capabilities. To become an approved vendor for internet services at Edwards AFB, companies must obtain a Government sponsor and complete the AFMC Authority to Operate (ATO) process. The AFMC Commercial Internet Service Provider (CISP) process outlines requirements for commercial WiFi, emphasizing that customers must be onboarded to the AFMC CISP ATO before service can be ordered. Proposed implementations are evaluated against specific security criteria, including approved hardware/software, guest network presentation, WPA2+ encryption, node isolation, continuous monitoring, and content blocking.
Contract & Timeline
- Notice Type: Presolicitation Notice
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Anticipated Duration: One base year + four option years
- Set-Aside: No small business set-asides apply
- NAICS Code: 517112 (Wired Telecommunications Carriers)
- FSC/PCS: DG11 (Telecom Access And Other Usage Billing Services)
- Response Deadline: May 20, 2026 (for technical packages challenging the sole source)
- Anticipated Award Date: May 29, 2026
Points of Contact
- Contract Specialist: Ms. Paola Diaz (paola.diaz.1@us.af.mil)
- Contracting Officer: Ms. Jenna Jacobson (jenna.jacobson@us.af.mil)
Disclaimer
This is a presolicitation notice only and does not constitute a commitment for procurement action. It is not a request for proposals, and the Government will not reimburse costs incurred in furnishing information.