# Federal Agencies Expand Secure 5G Connectivity

In a Carahsoft interview, Mark DeMerse, the company’s 5G program executive and sales director, described federal demand for resilient, secure connectivity at remote installations and operational sites. The opportunities discussed include private 5G, counter-UAS sensing, network modernization, and post-quantum security, with agencies and contractors also planning for FutureG/6G. The signal identifies no specific solicitation, contract value, or procurement contact.

- Agencies and industry stakeholders can assess how private 5G and network modernization offerings address connectivity gaps at remote and operational locations.
- Counter-UAS sensing and post-quantum security are identified as related areas of federal demand for technology providers.
- The interview points to prototype-focused acquisition approaches such as Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs); companies developing relevant technologies can evaluate whether those approaches fit their offerings.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military, Information Technology
**Topics:** Digital Infrastructure, Cybersecurity
**Published:** October 20, 2026

### Government Entities
- Department of War (DoW)

### Vendors
- Carahsoft ()
- Nokia ()
- Tiami Networks ()
- ZeroTier ()

### Sources
- [Mark DeMerse Carahsoft Interview—5G Closes Connectivity Gaps](https://www.executivebiz.com/articles/mark-demerse-carahsoft-spotlight-5g-6g-futureg-connectivity) - ExecutiveBiz