Supplier for Restricted Telecommunications Equipment

The contract requires suppliers to provide or disclose the use of covered defense telecommunications equipment in strict compliance with DFARS 252.204-7017, ensuring that no prohibited or restricted telecommunications equipment or services are integrated into defense-related systems. This subcontract is issued under the NAICS code 334220, which pertains to communication equipment manufacturing, and is tied to the Department of Defense’s Maritime Supply Chain ESOC Buys organization. The equipment must meet all federal security mandates designed to protect defense networks from potential threats posed by foreign-sourced telecommunications hardware and services. The contract’s performance location is designated as Fort Riley, Kansas, with a zip code of 66442-0000, and suppliers must respond by the deadline of August 17, 2026. The posting date was August 4, 2026, indicating a short window for compliance and submission. Suppliers are obligated to affirmatively certify their adherence to the regulation, disclose any covered equipment utilized, and ensure full transparency in sourcing. Failure to comply could result in disqualification, contractual penalties, or loss of eligibility for future defense contracts, as this requirement is critical to maintaining the integrity and security of Department of Defense communications infrastructure.