Commercial Mass Text Messaging Subscription Service

Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE
State: Texas
Type of Government: Federal
FSC Category:
  • D - Automatic Data Processing and Telecommunication Services
Set Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Posted Date: Feb 9, 2026
Due Date: Feb 23, 2026
Solicitation No: W9115126P0000036845
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Commercial Mass Text Messaging Subscription Service
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Contract Opportunity
Notice ID
W9115126P0000036845
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Department/Ind. Agency
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-tier
DEPT OF THE ARMY
Major Command
AMC
Sub Command
ACC
Sub Command 2
MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND
Sub Command 3
418TH CSB
Office
W6QM MICC-FDO FT HOOD
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General Information
  • Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Original)
  • Original Published Date: Feb 09, 2026 03:44 pm CST
  • Original Response Date: Feb 23, 2026 01:00 pm CST
  • Inactive Policy: 15 days after response date
  • Original Inactive Date: Mar 10, 2026
  • Initiative:
    • None
Classification
  • Original Set Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
  • Product Service Code:
  • NAICS Code:
    • 517121 - Telecommunications Resellers
  • Place of Performance:
    Fort Hood , TX 76544
    USA
Description

THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE issued solely for market research and planning purposes. This notice does not constitute a solicitation, request for proposal, or commitment by the Government. No contract will be awarded from this announcement.



The Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) – Fort Hood is seeking information from capable and qualified sources, particularly small businesses, that can provide a commercial, subscription‑based mass text messaging platform to support the 2nd Brigade (2BDE) at Fort Hood, Texas.



1. Background



2BDE currently relies on traditional communication methods (e.g., printed flyers, command channels) to share information with soldiers and families. These methods are limited in reach and timeliness. The Government intends to procure a commercial text messaging service to establish a direct, reliable communication pathway for community events, family readiness updates, and other critical information.



A Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) is provided for reference.



2. Required Capabilities



The Government anticipates a Firm‑Fixed‑Price contract for a contractor‑hosted messaging platform that includes:





  • Minimum 600,000 pre‑paid message credits at the start of the performance period




  • Ability to send SMS and MMS messages




  • A dedicated, high‑volume A2P 10DLC registered phone number




  • Dedicated onboarding and training for Government users




  • Assigned account manager for ongoing support




  • Platform security aligned with standard industry data‑protection practices





3. Requested Information



Interested parties shall submit a capability package (maximum five pages) addressing the following:



A. Company Profile





  • Company name and address




  • Unique Entity ID (UEI) and CAGE Code




  • Point of contact (name, title, phone, email)





B. Business Size & Socio‑Economic Status



Under NAICS 517121 Telecommunications Resellers :





  • Business size (Small or Other Than Small)




  • Applicable socio‑economic categories (if Small):





    • SBA 8(a)




    • HUBZone




    • SDVOSB




    • VOSB




    • WOSB







C. Capability Statement





  • Narrative demonstrating technical capability to meet requirements in Section 3.0 of the Draft PWS




  • Confirmation of ability to meet key performance standards (uptime, support response times, message delivery rates)





D. Past Experience





  • Up to three relevant projects within the last three years




  • Include contract numbers for federal work, if applicable





4. Submission Instructions



The Response Date for this Sources Sought is Feb 23, 2026, 1:00 PM CST. Questions,clarifications and Responses shall be submitted electronically via email to the point of contact listed in the notice.



Contract Specialist: Marlon Jeffrey, marlon.c.jeffrey.mil@army.mil



Contracting Officer: Dylan Hanback, dylan.j.hanback.mil@army.mil



Email subject line: "[Company Name] – Response to Sources Sought for Text Messaging Service"



Page limit: Five (5) pages, 8.5" x 11", 12‑point Times New Roman.


Attachments/Links
Contact Information
Contracting Office Address
  • 36000 DARNALL LOOP
  • FORT HOOD , TX 76544
  • USA
Primary Point of Contact
Secondary Point of Contact
History
  • Feb 09, 2026 03:44 pm CSTSources Sought (Original)
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