CDTES Disclosure Support for Covered Telecommunications Equipment

The contract supports compliance with Section 889 of the FY2019 National Defense Authorization Act by requiring detailed disclosure of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services, including full identification of brand, model, original equipment manufacturer, and service provider. This ensures that no prohibited telecommunications equipment or services are used within the Department of Defense supply chain. The solicitation is structured as a subcontract under NAICS code 517110, targeting organizations involved in telecommunications infrastructure and related services that may interact with defense systems. All entities must provide accurate, verifiable information about their equipment and service providers to meet federal procurement obligations. The opportunity was posted on May 12, 2026, with responses due by May 20, 2026, and performance is expected to be centered in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, at the ZIP code 17070-5002. The contracting office is the ASC Supplier Oper OEM Division under the Department of Defense, which oversees supplier compliance and equipment transparency initiatives. Although no set-aside designation is specified, the requirement is critical for maintaining national security standards and remains enforceable across all subcontracting tiers. Participation is limited to those able to document and substantiate the origin and composition of telecom equipment or services used in their offerings to defense programs.