Defense Research and Engineering Network (DREN), 5

Location: Illinois
Posted: Apr 14, 2026
Due: Apr 20, 2026
Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE
Type of Government: Federal
Category:
  • 60 - Fiber Optics Materials and Components, Assemblies and Access.
  • A - Research and development
Solicitation No: 822674255
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Notice ID
822674255
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Department/Ind. Agency
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-tier
DEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY (DISA)
Office
TELECOMMUNICATIONS DIVISION- HC1013
General Information View Changes
  • Contract Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Updated)
  • Updated Published Date: Apr 14, 2026 03:22 pm CDT
  • Original Published Date: Mar 19, 2026 01:46 pm CDT
  • Updated Response Date: Apr 20, 2026 01:00 pm CDT
  • Original Response Date: Apr 20, 2026 01:00 pm CDT
  • Inactive Policy: 15 days after response date
  • Updated Inactive Date: May 05, 2026
  • Original Inactive Date: May 05, 2026
  • Initiative:
    • None
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  • Place of Performance:
    Scott AFB , IL
    USA
Description View Changes

4/14/2026: Response to questions received are posted.



Please see the attached "DREN5 Request For Information" document for the full description.



The Defense Information Technology Contracting Organization (DITCO)/DITCO-SCOTT /PS8231 Contracting Office is seeking information from industry to assist with the development and planning of a potential new requirement.



THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) NOTICE ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP). NO SOLICITATION IS AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME.



Respondents are asked to provide general comments on the advantages and challenges of a multiple contract procurement model and may then respond to any or all of the component specific sections that follow. Respondents should substantiate their observations with references to industry best practices, state‑of‑the-art technologies, and emerging solutions. The Government seeks actionable guidance to help assist with future DREN acquisition planning. For maximum benefit to the Government, justify your recommendations in the context of performance, security, cost and future innovative solutions. Marketing material and company brochures are not requested.


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Contracting Office Address
  • 2300 EAST DRIVE BUILDING 3600
  • SCOTT AFB , IL 62225-5406
  • USA
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Mar 19, 2026[Special Notice (Original)] Defense Research and Engineering Network (DREN), 5
Apr 15, 2026[Special Notice (Updated)] Defense Research and Engineering Network (DREN), 5
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