Supplier of Items with Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment Reporting

The contract requires suppliers to provide items that may include telecommunications equipment and mandates full disclosure regarding the use of covered defense telecommunications equipment as defined by DFARS 252.204-7016 and Section 889 of the National Defense Authorization Act. Suppliers must explicitly identify whether any covered equipment is included in their offerings, ensuring compliance with federal restrictions on the use of telecommunications products from specified foreign adversaries. This obligation applies to all materials, components, or systems supplied under the contract and must be accurately reported at the time of bid submission. The solicitation is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small businesses certified by the SBA are eligible to respond. The North American Industry Classification System code 334220 indicates the work pertains to the manufacture of telecommunications equipment. The contract is issued by the ASC SUPPLIER OPER OEM DIVISION under the Department of Defense, with performance required at a location in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, zip code 17070-5002. Bids must be submitted by the deadline of July 24, 2026, and interested parties must access the official solicitation through the DIBBS portal using the provided link.