Supply Chain Risk Management and Prohibited Equipment Screening

Subcontractors are required to certify that they do not use any covered telecommunications equipment or services from prohibited vendors such as Huawei or ZTE, in compliance with Section 889 of the National Defense Authorization Act. This obligation extends throughout the entire supply chain, demanding full transparency and documentation of all components, systems, and services to ensure no prohibited equipment is present at any tier. Failure to provide accurate certification or to demonstrate compliance will result in disqualification or contract termination. The contract falls under the North American Industry Classification System code 541611 and is issued by the Department of Defense through DLA Dist San Joaquin, with a response deadline of July 20, 2026. All subcontractors must adhere to strict supply chain risk management protocols, including rigorous screening and verification processes for every component sourced. The requirement applies regardless of contract value, and subcontractors are expected to maintain records to substantiate their compliance for potential audits or inspections. The solicitation is open to any eligible subcontractor serving the Department of Defense supply chain, with no set-aside designation specified.