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Technical Control Facility (TCF) & Communications Support

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Response Deadline12/23/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract provides operational support for Technical Control Facilities on Air Force communications projects, specifically for the Department of Defense under the FA2518 Ussf Spoc/saio agency. The scope involves operating the TCF and managing the Defense Red Switch Network within isolated bunker environments, adhering to MIL-STD-188-154A, 124B, and 114A standards. The role requires personnel with high-level security clearances and specialized expertise in antiquated secure systems to maintain communication links and resolve service requests. The opportunity is a total Small Business Set Aside under NAICS code 517810, with the place of performance located in Colorado Springs, ZIP code 80914. The solicitation was posted on August 28, 2026, and the deadline for responses is December 23, 2026.

General Info

Small business subcontract for Air Force TCF operational support in Colorado Springs.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA2518 Ussf Spoc/saioView Agency

NAICS

517810 - All Other TelecommunicationsView NAICS

Place of Performance

Colorado Springs, CO, 80914, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of FA251827RCNECTS.

The full solicitation package (28 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Communications, Network, Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Information Technology Services (CNECTS), aka "Connects"

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PostedAug 28

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Response DeadlineDec 23

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12/23/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTCin 4 months

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA2518 Ussf Spoc/saio

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Provides operational support for Technical Control Facilities for prime contractors on Air Force communications projects. Operates the TCF and manages the Defense Red Switch Network (DRSN) in isolated bunker environments per MIL-STD-188-154A/124B/114A standards. Requires high-level security clearances and expertise in antiquated secure systems. Delivers maintained communication links and resolved TCF/DRSN service requests.

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