RFI Cyber Range
ID: 2501Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE US COURTSADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF THE US COURTSAOUSC-PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT DIVWASHINGTON, DC, 20002, USA

NAICS

Computer Training (611420)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - IT MANAGEMENT AS A SERVICE (DF10)

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https://sam.gov/opp/71e1328cf58b48d49ac14b4db946669d/view
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    The Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts is seeking qualified vendors to provide cloud-based virtual cyber range services for its Training Division, aimed at enhancing IT and cybersecurity training for the Federal Court community. The procurement requires a cyber range that can facilitate live, interactive training events, replicate realistic court network environments, and support customizable scenarios for various threat exercises, accommodating up to 25 students simultaneously. This initiative is crucial for bolstering cybersecurity capabilities among judiciary IT professionals, ensuring training aligns with evolving threats and operational needs. Interested vendors can contact Vanessa Jackson at Vanessa_Jackson@ao.uscourts.gov or call 202-704-7251 for further details.

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    CyberRange_RFI_Required Capabilities.pdf
    The Administrative Office (AO) seeks proposals from qualified vendors to provide cloud-based virtual cyber range services for its Training Division (TD), which supports the Federal Court community in IT and cybersecurity training. The cyber range must facilitate live, interactive training events and replicate realistic court network environments to enhance learning. Key requirements include customizable environments for various threat scenarios, support for blue and red team exercises, simultaneous access for on-premises and remote participants, and the ability to execute mission-planning scenarios with an intuitive interface. The system should accommodate up to 25 students simultaneously and allow for multiple concurrent training labs. Vendors should also offer pre-packaged cybersecurity curriculum content covering essential topics like cryptography and incident response. This initiative underscores the AO's commitment to bolster cybersecurity capabilities among IT professionals in the judiciary, ensuring that the training aligns with evolving threats and operational needs.
    RFI Questionnaire Cyber Range.xlsx
    The document outlines instructions for vendors to complete a Questionnaire related to their capabilities in providing a Cyber Range Environment and associated functionalities. It includes criteria for assessing offered features, such as the integration of cyber tools, security protocols, user interface design, and customization requirements. Vendors must indicate the level of functionality on a scale from 0 (not provided) to 4 (out of the box) and clarify any exceptions. Key capabilities assessed include concurrent labs, support for multiple cloud environments, user-friendly interfaces, mission design, security compliance, data management, and incident handling processes. Additionally, it emphasizes the need for administrative and training support, disaster recovery protocols, and continuous integration/deployment options. The main purpose is to ensure potential vendors demonstrate comprehensive capabilities to meet governmental cybersecurity training needs, ensuring funtionality, security, scalability, and compliance with federal regulations. The document is structured to guide vendor responses, prioritize clarity regarding the completeness of solutions, and maintain transparency about data handling and operational integrity.
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