Justification for an Exception to Fair Opportunity for Defense Cyber Operations Whitespace
ID: FA489023F0015Type: Justification
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA4890 HQ ACC AMICHAMPTON, VA, 23666, USA

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT (R408)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/498d376c724c4159b5cf1776282b363c/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking justification for an exception to fair opportunity regarding Defense Cyber Operations (DCO) WhiteSpace. This procurement aims to address specific needs within the realm of professional program management and support services, as indicated by the associated PSC code R408. The importance of this opportunity lies in its focus on enhancing cybersecurity operations, which are critical for national defense. Interested parties can reach out to 1st Lt Eledys Breighner at eledys.breighner@us.af.mil for further details regarding this justification, which is associated with the performance location at Langley AFB, Virginia.

    Point(s) of Contact
    1st Lt Eledys Breighner
    eledys.breighner@us.af.mil
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    DCO Whitespace Bridge Justification EFO Final.pdf
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