R426--Notice of intent to sole source - MSAT/G2 Satellite Services Office of Emergency Management

Department of Veterans Affairs · VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF · Special Notice · 36C24526Q0609

posted 23 June 2026 · closed 13 July 2026 · NAICS 517410 · PSC R426

Summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award a sole source contract for commercial satellite communications services using MSAT/G2 portable satellite systems to support the Office of Emergency Management’s real‑time emergency connectivity. The notice highlights that the incumbent provider, Network Innovations Government Services, is the only source capable of maintaining the existing equipment and service without costly replacement or interruption.

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