NCIA – Network staging and deployment

Summary

The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) has published a procurement notice titled 'Network Staging, Deployment'. Based on the title, the requirement concerns staging (pre-configuration and preparation) and deployment of network equipment or network services. The notice does not specify the exact scope, the equipment or systems involved, the delivery location or the quantities. The procedure type is Simplified, which in NCIA practice typically refers to a lower-value, streamlined acquisition. The estimated value is 80,000, with no currency stated in the notice. The notice was published on 20 October 2026, and the deadline is 4 November 2026. The notice does not state whether this deadline applies to bids or to expressions of interest, nor does it give the contract performance period or delivery schedule. The notice does not mention eligibility requirements such as security clearances, certifications or nationality restrictions, nor any evaluation criteria. NCIA procurements are generally limited to companies from NATO member nations, but this should be verified from the actual solicitation documents. No attachments were available. The solicitation documents (e.g. the statement of work, terms and conditions and bidding instructions) contain further requirements and conditions that are not reflected in this summary.