UNSPSC 25151707: Low earth orbit satellites

UNSPSC 25151707 Low earth orbit satellites is a Commodity code that covers procurement of LEO satellite connectivity services and equipment by state and local governments, typically bundled with complementary terrestrial wireless or cellular connectivity to meet emergency operations, agency network, and resilience requirements. State and local governments buy this code to deliver last-mile internet access during infrastructure failures, disasters, and service outages — often as part of managed multi-carrier bonded connectivity solutions that integrate LEO satellite service (Starlink, OneWeb, or equivalent) with LTE, 5G, or other terrestrial backhaul. Issuing bodies include county emergency operations centers, state departments managing unified agency networks, and special-purpose districts prioritizing operational continuity. The work encompasses end-to-end service delivery — equipment procurement, installation, secure integration with existing infrastructure, 24/7 network monitoring and support, automated failover and bonding, and monthly managed-service fees — as well as compliance with accessibility standards, prevailing wage where applicable, and bonding and insurance requirements typical of state and local IT and telecommunications projects.

Recent activity concentrates in California and Texas, with two representative opportunities illustrating the current demand pattern. Sacramento County Emergency Operations Center posted RFP 2026RFP0071 on October 7, 2026, seeking a fully managed LEO satellite and LTE/5G multi-carrier connectivity solution delivering minimum 500 Mbps combined throughput with 24/7 support, 5% local business preference, and 2% micro-business preference, with proposals due October 29, 2026. The Texas Department of Information Resources posted an indefinite-quantity, multiple-award RFQ (TEX-AN-WPS) on May 26, 2026, for cellular, wireless, pager, and satellite voice and data services across all state agencies, with responses due July 23, 2026 and contract award anticipated in October 2026; this solicitation covers service, equipment, infrastructure, and emerging technologies with VetHUB subcontracting requirements and no minimum purchase guarantees. Both opportunities require accessibility documentation (Section 508 / WCAG compliance), firm fixed pricing, and multi-year terms with termination flexibility.