This is a sole source acquisition for WiFi service at the Buckley SFB Fitness Center. The contract **** was awarded to the incumbent, CenturyLink Lumen Technologies, on April 29, 2026. The solution includes 1 Gbps fiber internet, professional installation, and fully managed, warranted hardware for **** users. The sole source award is justified by cost savings and avoidance of installation delays compared to alternatives. Market research was conducted, including a sources sought notice and a site visit opportunity. Future requirements will undergo new market research to ensure competition.
The bid notice does not explicitly state a delivery deadline for the services. However, the contract was awarded on April 29, 2026, implying the service commencement around that date.
The bid notice does not specify the payment terms.
The bid notice states that the solution includes fully managed, warranted hardware and a Commercial warranty covering repair or replacement of broken, damaged, or outdated equipment.
The bid notice indicates that a lowest price technically acceptable LPTA evaluation would likely result in an award to the incumbent, Lumen, due to their significant price advantage. The current award is a sole source justification.
The bid notice does not explicitly detail qualification criteria for potential bidders, as this is a sole source justification.
The bid notice does not mention any penalties.
The bid notice mentions that a site visit to the fitness center was offered to any interested parties on February 25, 2026.
The bid notice does not require sample submission.
The bid notice does not specify a deadline for challenging the award or process.
The estimated contract cost including options is stated as $107,**** over five years for the incumbent, Lumen Technologies.