Private Wireless Network Implementation and Maintenance, DCA & IAD

The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is soliciting proposals for the implementation and ongoing maintenance of a Celona-based private wireless network at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and Washington Dulles International Airport. This effort aims to establish a secure, reliable, and high-performance wireless infrastructure to support critical airport operations, with the selected contractor responsible for end-to-end deployment, system integration, and long-term technical support. The solution must be tailored to meet the unique operational demands of both airports, ensuring seamless connectivity for mission-critical applications, IoT devices, and enterprise systems across vast and complex environments. The solicitation, numbered RFP-26-21547, was posted on June 16, 2026, with responses due by August 19, 2026. There is no set-aside designation or NAICS code provided, and the opportunity is open to qualified vendors regardless of organization type. Proposals must address technical specifications, project timelines, staffing capabilities, maintenance protocols, and compliance with airport security and regulatory standards. The performance location encompasses both DCA and IAD, requiring the contractor to demonstrate experience with large-scale, multi-site airport deployments and proficiency with Celona’s private wireless technology platform. All submissions must be made through the official MWAA contracting portal, and no point of contact details are listed in the solicitation.