WAARNG Recruitment Internet Network

The Washington Military Department is seeking an Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the WAARNG Recruitment Internet Network through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP26-003). The procurement aims to establish a statewide internet connectivity solution covering 12 sites across multiple Washington counties, including Franklin, Grant, Grays Harbor, Chelan, and Yakima Counties. The contract requires the selected vendor to provide 100 MBPS bandwidth with 99.9% uptime, dedicated account team support, and necessary networking equipment for each location. Key technical requirements include rapid outage response within 24 hours, provision of routers and networking infrastructure, and vendor technicians who can meet strict military installation access protocols. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for August 12, 2025, with final proposal submissions due by September 16, 2025. The initial contract term is 60 months, with an optional 36-month renewal, and vendors must demonstrate comprehensive compliance through a detailed response matrix that will be evaluated based on technical capabilities, service reliability, and implementation strategy.

The procurement includes voluntary participation goals for small and diverse businesses, specifically targeting 10% Minority-Owned Businesses, 6% Women-Owned Businesses, 5% Veteran-Owned Businesses, and 25% Washington Small Businesses. While not strictly a set-aside, these goals indicate a preference for small and diverse business participation. The estimated contract value ranges up to $50,000 annually, with a potential three-year total of $250,000. Funding for the contract is contingent and may be subject to changes, with potential postponement or cancellation based on fund availability. Bidders must provide current federally recognized identification and vehicle documentation for technicians accessing military installations. The solicitation emphasizes technical competence, service reliability, and the ability to provide scalable, secure internet connectivity across multiple Washington State locations. Interested vendors must carefully review all attachments, including the Performance Requirements form and Bid Sheet, to ensure full compliance with the RFP's detailed specifications.