Domestic Sourcing and Prohibited Telecommunications Vetting

The contract requires strict compliance with Section 889 of the National Defense Authorization Act to vet all components and services within the supply chain, expressly prohibiting the use of covered telecommunications equipment or services from entities such as Huawei and ZTE at every stage of manufacturing and testing. This obligation extends to all subcontractors and suppliers, mandating full transparency and documentation to ensure no prohibited devices or technologies are integrated into any system or product. The focus is on maintaining the integrity of the supply chain by verifying domestic sourcing and eliminating any risk associated with foreign-sourced telecommunications hardware. The contract is issued under the Nuclear Reactor Program within the Department of Defense, with a place of performance in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, 17070-5002. It is classified as a subcontract and is governed by NAICS code 541611, indicating it pertains to management, scientific, and technical consulting services. The solicitation was posted on July 16, 2026, with a response deadline of July 27, 2026. No set-aside provisions are specified, and the obligation is binding for all parties involved to adhere to federal cybersecurity and sourcing mandates, with noncompliance leading to contract termination or penalties.