Federal Contract Vehicles

NLEC-NG

National Local Exchange Carrier Services for the Enterprise Next Generation

VA IDIQ Active
Obligated to date
$110.9M
Task orders
42
Contractors
6
Ceiling
$722,000,000

Vehicle overview

The National Local Exchange Carrier Services for the Enterprise Next Generation (NLEC-NG) is an IDIQ managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide centralized management of local telephone services. The vehicle covers telecommunication, data, long-distance, and toll-free services, including associated labor, management, and materials. It features a total ceiling value of approximately $721.9 million and is designed to reduce recurring costs across the VA enterprise.

The contract provides local exchange carrier (LEC) services and does not utilize set-asides.

Vehicle details

Ordering period

September 2020 – September 2035 (15 years)

Ceiling

$722,000,000

Where agencies spend through NLEC-NG

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Coverage period Jul 28, 2025–Jul 27, 2026

NLEC-NG contract holders

Contractor Obligated Task orders
AT&T ENTERPRISES, LLC $53.7M 11
LUMEN TECHNOLOGIES GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS, INC $24.9M 7
WINDSTREAM COMMUNICATIONS, LLC $18.1M 4
GRANITE TELECOMMUNICATIONS, LLC $9.1M 10
MANHATTAN TELECOMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION LLC $4.5M 7
ZAYO GROUP LLC $639.7K 3

NAICS coverage

NAICS 517311

Frequently asked questions

What is NLEC-NG?
The National Local Exchange Carrier Services for the Enterprise Next Generation (NLEC-NG) is an IDIQ managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide centralized management of local telephone services. The vehicle covers telecommunication, data, long-distance, and toll-free services, including associated labor, management, and materials. It features a total ceiling value of approximately $721.9 million and is designed to reduce recurring costs across the VA enterprise.
Which agency manages NLEC-NG?
National Local Exchange Carrier Services for the Enterprise Next Generation is a IDIQ managed by Department of Veterans Affairs.
What can agencies acquire through NLEC-NG?
The contract provides local exchange carrier (LEC) services and does not utilize set-asides.
How much has been obligated through NLEC-NG?
$110.9M has been obligated across 42 task orders.
Which agencies use NLEC-NG?
In the 12 months ending July 27, 2026, agencies with reported awards through NLEC-NG included the Department of Veterans Affairs. The Department of Veterans Affairs reported $7.0M in positive obligations for Wired Telecommunications Carriers (NAICS 517311). Figures use reported USAspending award data.
How many contractors hold NLEC-NG?
6 contractors hold a position on NLEC-NG.
What is the contract ceiling of NLEC-NG?
NLEC-NG has a program ceiling of $722,000,000.
Is NLEC-NG active?
Yes, NLEC-NG is currently active (ordering period: September 2020 – September 2035 (15 years)).

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