NIGP 20558: Modems, External, Data Communications, Environmentally Certified Products

NIGP 20558 Modems, External, Data Communications, Environmentally Certified Products is an Item code that describes external data communications equipment—specifically cellular and wireless modems, remote telemetry units, and related network hardware—that state and local governments are procuring as components within broader infrastructure and connectivity projects. Recent solicitations show purchasing activity focused not on modems as standalone goods but on integrated data communications systems, SCADA remote telemetry hardware, classroom and campus technology infrastructure that incorporates wireless display and connectivity components, and multi-site wireless and cellular services bundled with equipment. State agencies, cities, school districts, and transit authorities are the primary issuing bodies. The Texas Department of Information Resources is managing a statewide indefinite-quantity contract for cellular, wireless, and satellite voice and data services including infrastructure and equipment across all Texas state agencies; the City of Flowery Branch, Georgia is upgrading SCADA monitoring systems that include cellular-based remote telemetry units at water infrastructure sites; Valencia College District in Florida is procuring classroom technology systems incorporating wireless display and connectivity across nine campuses; Texas Southmost College is installing campus data and fiber cabling infrastructure; and the Jacksonville Transportation Authority is engaging a marketing consultant for a regional planning organization—though the latter falls outside the direct scope of external modem procurement.

Recent activity concentrates in Texas, Florida, and Georgia, with the Texas DIR engagement representing the largest statewide footprint and the highest dollar exposure through a multi-award indefinite-quantity contract awarded to multiple carriers and equipment providers. The City of Flowery Branch RFP (due June 30, 2026, IFB-equivalent scope) and Valencia College RFP 2026-26 (due April 30, 2026) reflect capital-equipment-driven procurement where modems and remote telemetry hardware are specified components rather than primary line items. Texas Southmost College's campus data cabling RFP (due April 1, 2026) includes telecommunications closet cabling and routing infrastructure but does not isolate modem procurement. The Texas DIR TEX-AN-WPS opportunity (due July 23, 2026, multiple-award indefinite-quantity contract) is the clearest match to external modem and related hardware scope, requiring bidders to demonstrate experience with cellular infrastructure, equipment installation and turn-up, and technical support across state agencies; this contract mandates VetHUB vendor participation goals, WCAG accessibility compliance, and a 2.00% administrative fee recovery. No recent standalone modem purchase solicitations appear in the block; equipment is typically bundled within broader systems-integration or connectivity-services RFPs.