Prohibited Telecommunications Equipment Compliance

This contract requires strict adherence to federal guidelines prohibiting the use of telecommunications and video surveillance equipment from entities deemed security risks, including Kaspersky Lab and other vendors restricted by CISA. All subcontractors and suppliers must certify that their equipment and supply chains are free from any prohibited sources, ensuring that no compromised technology is integrated into systems operated under this agreement. Compliance is mandatory throughout the performance period, with vendors expected to implement robust verification processes to monitor and document the origin of all covered equipment. The contract is issued as a subcontract under the Department of Energy’s Brookhaven National Laboratory, with performance centered in Upton, New York, at ZIP code 11973. The NAICS code 541512 indicates this relates to computer systems design and related services, reinforcing the technical nature of the compliance requirements. While no solicitation number is provided, submissions must be completed by August 27, 2026, and the contract is tied to broader federal efforts to safeguard critical infrastructure from foreign-owned technologies that pose potential threats to national security.