Hardware and Software Architecture for Cross Domain Solutions (CDS)
ID: PMMC_CDS2024Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6DR PEO C3TABERDEEN PROVING GROU, MD, 21005-1846, USA

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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army's W6DR PEO C3T office, is seeking information regarding hardware and software architecture for Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) to enhance interoperability between security domains. The RFI outlines essential requirements for the CDS, including compliance with National Cross Domain Strategy Management Office (NCDSMO) standards, support for high-threat networks, and the capability to handle both structured and unstructured data formats across multiple security domains. This initiative is critical for ensuring timely information sharing among military divisions and mission partners, thereby supporting Warfighter operations. Interested vendors must submit their responses electronically by noon (12 PM) EST on November 27, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Virginia Pippen at virginia.a.pippen.civ@army.mil by October 25, 2024.

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    Virginia Pippen
    virginia.a.pippen.civ@army.mil
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