Dorm Internet Services at Whiteman AFB

The solicitation FA4625-26-Q-1038 is a combined synopsis/solicitation issued by the 509th Contracting Squadron of the Department of Defense for providing Dorm Internet Services at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri. The procurement seeks vendor quotes for delivering high-speed broadband internet access across at least seven dormitory facilities comprising over 700 rooms. The contract is anticipated to have a base year from September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2027, with four one-year option periods extending through August 31, 2031, plus a possible extension of up to six months. The solicitation is not set aside for small businesses and aligns with NAICS code 517111, which covers wired telecommunications carriers with a size standard of 1,500 employees. This acquisition is for commercial items under FAR Part 12, focusing on transitioning or upgrading existing internet infrastructure using technologies compatible with coaxial or fiber wiring (e.g., MoCA or G.hn), ensuring performance that meets or exceeds Federal Communications Commission broadband benchmarks of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload speeds per room. The document set provided is a Sources Sought/Request for Information (RFI) rather than a formal solicitation with binding contract clauses or evaluation criteria. It is intended to gather market research regarding corporate experience, technical approaches, cost estimates (for budgetary planning only), and project management strategies to inform a future acquisition strategy. No formal FAR clauses, contract administration details such as accounting codes or payment instructions, or special contract requirements are included at this stage. The point of contact for this acquisition includes representatives from the 509th Contracting Squadron who can provide additional information via email. Responses to this RFI are to be submitted electronically by the specified deadline, with no specific format or length restrictions. The final solicitation, expected to define evaluation factors, award criteria, contract administration data, and detailed clauses, has not yet been issued. The scope requires uninterrupted, reliable service delivery and an operational broadband network with user support functionality, reflecting a commitment to quality performance and seamless transition from any incumbent broadband services.