ContractSources Sought

Technical Security Support Services

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY 89243126RSC000172
Response Deadline
Jan 7, 2026
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Full & Open
Notice Type
Sources Sought

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of Energy (DOE) is seeking a contractor to provide Technical Security Support Services for its Oak Ridge Office, specifically for the Office of Safety and Security (OSS), the SC Consolidated Service Center (CSC), and the Oak Ridge Office of Environmental Management (OREM) in Tennessee. The primary objective of this procurement is to deliver skilled personnel capable of performing a range of security functions that support Safeguards and Security (S&S) responsibilities, including the protection of classified materials and Special Nuclear Material (SNM). These services are critical for maintaining a secure environment that supports both collaborative scientific research and national security operations. Interested organizations are invited to submit a capabilities statement by January 7, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET, to the designated contacts, Justin Priest and James E. McDaniel Jr., via email. This Sources Sought Notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a request for proposals.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
541690
Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services

Solicitation Documents

2 Files
Attachment 1 - DRAFT Security Support Services PWS.pdf
PDF435 KBDec 15, 2025
AI Summary
The Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science (SC) requires a contractor to provide security support services for the Office of Safety and Security (OSS), the SC Consolidated Service Center (CSC), and the Oak Ridge Office of Environmental Management (OREM) in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. The contract's objective is to provide skilled personnel for site-wide security functions, supporting Safeguards and Security (S&S) responsibilities, including classified matter and Special Nuclear Material protection. Key areas of support include program management, security budgeting and analytics, classification and information security, personnel security (vetting, adjudication, badging, and administrative review), FOCI/FCL program management, and S&S survey programs. The contractor must ensure compliance with DOE directives, federal, state, and local laws, and maintain robust quality control and safety programs. The scope also covers support for the CSC's classification and technical security programs, and OREM's security and classification matters, including independent armed services. The contract outlines administrative requirements for work hours, telework, and detailed activity reporting.
Attachment 2 - Technical Security Support Background and Requirements.pdf
PDF154 KBDec 15, 2025
AI Summary
This document outlines the requirements for technical support services to implement and administer Department of Energy (DOE) Safeguards and Security (S&S) programs. The Office of Safety and Security (OSS) provides crucial technical support for the SC complex and its contractors, ensuring a safe and secure environment. The scope of work includes personnel security, industrial security, information security, and program support, with services to be integrated across multiple locations. The contractor must provide fully qualified personnel, adhere to DOE directives, and comply with all federal, state, and local laws. Key service areas include program management, OSS support (e.g., security budgeting, classification, personnel security), Consolidate Services Center (CSC) support, and Oak Ridge Environmental Management (OREM) support (e.g., badge fabrication). The government will furnish on-site office space, utilities, access authorizations, and computer network/applications services for cybersecurity, with some services obtained through other prime contractors.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedDec 15, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineJan 7, 2026
expiryArchive DateJan 22, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY
Sub-Tier
ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF
Office
SC OAK RIDGE OFFICE

Point of Contact

Name
Justin Priest

Place of Performance

Oak Ridge, Tennessee, UNITED STATES

Official Sources