GNS
Global Network Services (GNS)
DISA IDIQ Active - Obligated to date
- $918.1M
- Task orders
- 251
- Companies awarded
- 8
Vehicle overview
The Global Network Services (GNS) is a multiple-award IDIQ managed by the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) to procure leased telecommunications services supporting the Defense Information Systems Network (DISN) and DoD Information Network (DoDIN) worldwide. The vehicle has a reported ceiling of $4.3 billion and covers the engineering, furnishing, installation, and maintenance of transmission services and circuits. It serves as a primary mechanism for DISA to acquire global telecommunications infrastructure necessary for secure Department of Defense communications.
The contract focuses on the furnishing, testing, and maintenance of transmission capabilities and circuits. It was awarded through full and open competition.
Vehicle details
- Ordering period
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5-year base plus 5 one-year option periods
Where agencies spend through GNS
See which agencies and types of work reported the most positive obligations through GNS in the last 12 months.
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Department of Defense
- Last 12mo obligations
- $41.8M
- Last 12mo awards
- 46
Coverage period Jul 28, 2025–Jul 27, 2026
GNS contract holders
| Contractor | Obligated | Task orders |
|---|---|---|
| 22ND CENTURY NETWORKS, INC. | $238.3M | 57 |
| LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, LLC | $200.7M | 45 |
| AT&T CORP. | $128.1M | 16 |
| VERIZON BUSINESS NETWORK SERVICES LLC | $121.1M | 48 |
| ARTEL LLC | $119.4M | 18 |
| GTT AMERICAS, LLC | $86.7M | 54 |
| PERATON GOVERNMENT COMMUNICATIONS INC. | $15.1M | 7 |
| LUMEN TECHNOLOGIES GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS, INC | $8.7M | 6 |
NAICS coverage
Frequently asked questions
- What is GNS?
- The Global Network Services (GNS) is a multiple-award IDIQ managed by the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) to procure leased telecommunications services supporting the Defense Information Systems Network (DISN) and DoD Information Network (DoDIN) worldwide. The vehicle has a reported ceiling of $4.3 billion and covers the engineering, furnishing, installation, and maintenance of transmission services and circuits. It serves as a primary mechanism for DISA to acquire global telecommunications infrastructure necessary for secure Department of Defense communications.
- Which agency manages GNS?
- Global Network Services (GNS) is a IDIQ managed by Defense Information Systems Agency.
- What can agencies acquire through GNS?
- The contract focuses on the furnishing, testing, and maintenance of transmission capabilities and circuits. It was awarded through full and open competition.
- How much has been obligated through GNS?
- $918.1M has been obligated across 251 task orders.
- Which agencies use GNS?
- In the 12 months ending July 27, 2026, agencies with reported awards through GNS included the Department of Defense. The Department of Defense reported $41.8M in positive obligations for Wired Telecommunications Carriers (NAICS 517110). Figures use reported USAspending award data.
- How many contractors hold GNS?
- 8 contractors hold a position on GNS.
- Is GNS active?
- Yes, GNS is currently active (ordering period: 5-year base plus 5 one-year option periods).
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