Lumen wins $1.5 billion Defense Information Systems Network contract

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Lumen Technologies has secured a $1.5 billion contract from the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) to provide network transport and communications services in the Asia Pacific region. The indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract spans over 10 years, enabling Lumen to support the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command with essential services that help protect U.S. national interests. The contract includes high-capacity communications services, contributing to military and government agency operations across 36 nations.

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• Secured a $1.5 billion contract, marking new business opportunities.
• Provides vital communications services to support U.S. national security objectives.
• Strengthening presence in a strategically important Asia Pacific region.

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Company will provide essential communications services in the Asia Pacific region

WASHINGTON, Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lumen Technologies (NYSE: LUMN) has won a $1.5 billion contract from the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) to provide essential network transport and communications services in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Area of Responsibility.

Speed Read:

• Lumen will supply the Defense Information Systems Network with high capacity, end-to-end communications services that enable the U.S. Department of Defense to achieve U.S. national security objectives in the 36-nation Asia Pacific region.
• These crucial services—which include ethernet, internet and wavelengths—will help protect America's interests in a diverse, strategically complex region that also includes Alaska.
• The company is serving as a trusted provider of secure, resilient network services that transport data, imagery, video and voice traffic.
• Lumen is providing the network infrastructure backbone to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, the oldest and largest unified geographic combatant command charged with integrating U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps forces within a region that contains more than half of the world's population.

"Lumen is extremely proud to serve the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command with essential mission services that help protect and defend U.S. territory, our people and America's national interests," said Zain Ahmed, senior vice president, Lumen public sector. "We're delivering the always-on network infrastructure so the U.S. Department of Defense can focus on its mission to enhance the stability of the Asia Pacific region, promote security cooperation with our allies and partners, respond to emerging situations, deter aggression and if necessary, fight to win."

Tech Talk:

• The indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract has a $1.5 billion ceiling over its 10-year period of performance and represents new business for Lumen.
• Lumen is honored to support military and government agencies with innovative adaptive networking, edge cloud, connected security and collaboration services using the company's platform for advanced application delivery solutions.
• The company provides a platform for IT modernization that delivers the security and reliability military and civilian agencies need to carry out their important missions.

Additional Resources: 

• Learn more about our U.S. Customs and Border Protection network services contract: https://news.lumen.com/2022-07-26-U-S-Customs-and-Border-Protection-selects-Lumen-for-network-services-contract
• Learn more about our U.S. Department of Agriculture $1.2 billion network services award: https://news.lumen.com/2022-01-20-U-S-Department-of-Agriculture-awards-Lumen-1-2-billion-network-services-contract
• Learn more about our U.S. Department of the Interior $1.6 billion network services award: https://news.lumen.com/2020-01-16-U-S-Dept-of-the-Interior-Awards-CenturyLink-1-6-Billion-EIS-Network-Services-Win
• Learn more about how Lumen is supporting the public sector here: 
  https://www.lumen.com/public-sector.html

About Lumen Technologies:

Lumen is guided by our belief that humanity is at its best when technology advances the way we live and work. With approximately 400,000 route fiber miles and serving customers in more than 60 countries, we deliver the fastest, most secure platform for applications and data to help businesses, government and communities deliver amazing experiences. Learn more about the Lumen network, edge cloud, security, communication and collaboration solutions and our purpose to further human progress through technology at news.lumen.com, LinkedIn: /lumentechnologies, Twitter: @lumentechco, Facebook: /lumentechnologies, Instagram: @lumentechnologies and YouTube: /lumentechnologies. Learn more about Lumen's public sector capabilities on Twitter at @lumengov and on LinkedIn at @lumenpublicsector. Lumen and Lumen Technologies are registered trademarks in the United States.  

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FAQ

What is the significance of LUMN's $1.5 billion DISA contract?

The $1.5 billion contract allows LUMN to provide essential network services for U.S. national security in the Asia Pacific region over 10 years.

How will LUMN's contract with DISA impact its operations?

LUMN's contract with DISA will enhance its operations by providing high-capacity communications services, contributing to military readiness and security.

What services will LUMN provide under the DISA contract?

LUMN will supply network transport services including ethernet, internet, and wavelengths, enabling secure communications for military operations.