When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due June 29, 2026.

It was issued by National Institute Of Standards And Technology. The work is located in Boulder, Colorado, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experience providing Open RAN cellular systems and software. Expertise with 5G Radio Intelligence (RIC) technologies in high-frequency bands. Ability to deliver comprehensive support and licensing. Demonstrated success with indoor cellular system deployments. Strong track record of supporting research or government organizations.

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RAN Cellular End-to-End System

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Overview

Software, Web & Mobile Development

Boulder, Colorado, United StatesPosted: June 19th, 2026Deadline: June 29th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Seeking vendors to supply an indoor Open RAN end-to-end cellular system with 5G RIC support in the 78 GHz band for the Spectrum Technology and Research Division.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must possess an Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) at time of award
Must possess a Unique Entity Identification Number (UEI) with active registration on SAM.gov
Must provide software with license and support for an indoor Open RAN end-to-end system with 5G RIC capability in the 78 GHz band
Must provide 3 years of hosted DevOps and ASM coverage
Must provide technical support, software updates, and a dedicated support channel
Must provide turnkey installation remotely via Microsoft Teams
Must provide training for 10 trainees

CONTRACT DURATION

36 months

TIMELINE

Response date: June 29th, 2026.

Delivery shall be completed no later than three months after receipt of order.

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

National Institute Of Standards And Technology

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DESCRIPTION

The Spectrum Technology and Research Division is seeking information from vendors capable of providing a Radio Access Network (RAN) cellular end-to-end system. The solution should support the Open Radio Access Network (Open RAN) standard and assist in expediting the deployment of Open RAN infrastructure.

The requested system must include licensed software and support services for an indoor Open RAN end-to-end system featuring 5G Radio Intelligence Controller (RIC) capability in the 78 GHz frequency band. This request for information aims to identify qualified suppliers and assess their ability to deliver compliant Open RAN solutions for advanced cellular environments.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due June 29, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by National Institute Of Standards And Technology. The work is located in Boulder, Colorado, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experience providing Open RAN cellular systems and software
Expertise with 5G Radio Intelligence (RIC) technologies in high-frequency bands
Ability to deliver comprehensive support and licensing
Demonstrated success with indoor cellular system deployments
Strong track record of supporting research or government organizations

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