Fiber connectors, housings and panels

The Department of the Army National Guard is seeking to procure fiber optic panels and connectors through this Pre-Solicitation Notice issued on April 14, 2026. The procurement will be conducted under RFO Part 12.201-1(c)(2) as a formal Request for Quote (RFQ) that will be distributed directly to at least three qualified suppliers via email rather than through a public solicitation process. This notice serves as advance notification of the upcoming competitive procurement and allows interested vendors to prepare their submissions. The RFQ will focus on fiber optic cable assembly and communication equipment components, with suppliers expected to submit competitive quotes based on the government's specifications and requirements. The deadline for this pre-solicitation notice is April 29, 2026, with an anticipated contract award date of May 8, 2026, providing a compressed timeline for the procurement process.

This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, meaning that only small businesses as defined by the Small Business Administration are eligible to compete for the contract. No incumbent contractor information or specific award value has been disclosed in this pre-solicitation notice. While the pre-solicitation notice does not specify quantities, delivery timelines, or estimated contract values, interested small business vendors should monitor official channels for the upcoming RFQ announcement to obtain detailed specifications and submission instructions. The narrow window between the pre-solicitation posting and the anticipated award date indicates this is a time-sensitive procurement that requires expedited preparation and response from potential bidders.