Hardened Private 5G Network Equipment Supply and Integration

This contract involves the supply and integration of a hardened private 5G network system designed specifically for survivability in deployed, isolated, and austere (DIL) environments at Fort Hood. The solution will incorporate cutting-edge edge computing capabilities, a hybrid cloud infrastructure, and satellite communication (SATCOM) backhaul to ensure robust, reliable connectivity in challenging operational conditions. The objective is to provide a resilient communications framework that supports mission-critical operations within the military environment. Issued by the Department of Defense and managed through the W6QM Micc-fdo office at Fort Hood, this subcontract is designated as a total small business set-aside under FAR 19.5, with the applicable NAICS code 334220, which covers communications equipment manufacturing. The solicitation was posted on May 1, 2026, with a response deadline of May 7, 2026, requiring interested small businesses to act promptly. The place of performance is Fort Hood, Texas, specifically targeted to serve the needs of military operations requiring hardened, survivable, and adaptable 5G network capabilities.