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Terrestrial Backhaul & Gateway Connectivity

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Federal

Response Deadline09/30/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract opportunity with the Department of Defense, specifically the SSC Commercial Services Office, focuses on providing terrestrial backhaul and end-to-end connectivity for prime contractors. The scope of work involves the installation and management of terrestrial network links and IP backhaul to Government Entry Points and the DoDIN, utilizing terrestrial fiber infrastructure and adhering to established DoDIN connectivity standards. The project is categorized under NAICS code 512199 and was posted on May 28, 2026, with a response deadline of September 30, 2026. The primary objective is to ensure seamless end-to-end terrestrial connectivity to support USSF Commercial Satellite Communications Office projects.

General Info

DoD subcontract for terrestrial backhaul and end-to-end connectivity for USSF commercial satellite projects.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA2541 Ssc Comrcl Svs Ofc Ssc CmkView Agency

NAICS

512199 - Other Motion Picture and Video IndustriesView NAICS

Place of Performance

CA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of FA2541-26-005.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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FY26 3Q_CSCO Forecast to Industry – Future Requirements for Fiscal Year 2026-2027

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Timeline

PostedMay 28

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Response DeadlineSep 30

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Response Deadline

09/30/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTCin 22 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA2541 Ssc Comrcl Svs Ofc Ssc Cmk

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Supplies terrestrial backhaul and end-to-end connectivity for prime contractors on USSF Commercial Satellite Communications Office projects. Installs and manages terrestrial network links and IP backhaul to Government Entry Points (GEP) and the DoDIN using terrestrial fiber infrastructure and DoDIN connectivity standards. Delivers end-to-end terrestrial connectivity.

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