Strategic Planning, Operational Test & Evaluation, and Architecture Evaluation
ID: PCCS-25-10005Type: Special Notice
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HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFOFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONSCISA CONTRACTING ACTIVITYWashington, DC, 20528, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/9b51010c497f4d31987c637701443d43/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is seeking qualified firms to support Strategic Planning, Operational Test & Evaluation, and Architecture Evaluation within its Cybersecurity Division. The primary objectives include enhancing national cyber defense and resilience through effective integration of systems, conducting research and development, and providing engineering expertise to support CISA's cybersecurity initiatives. This opportunity is critical for advancing the nation’s cybersecurity posture and involves a five-year contract that emphasizes compliance with security regulations and the necessity for contractor personnel to hold appropriate security clearances. Interested parties must submit their capabilities statements electronically by January 21, 2025, and can participate in an optional Industry Day to learn more and provide input. For further inquiries, contact Hannah Moussa at hannah.moussa@cisa.dhs.gov or call 202-568-4157.

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    Hannah Moussa
    (202) 568-4157
    hannah.moussa@cisa.dhs.gov
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    Strategic Planning Operational Test and Evaluations and Architecture Evaluation RFI.pdf
    The Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) aimed at identifying qualified firms capable of supporting Strategic Planning, Operational Test & Evaluation, and Architecture Evaluation within the Cybersecurity Division. This RFI serves purely for market research purposes and does not obligate the government to issue a solicitation. Responses will help CISA explore potential improvement pathways for the Cyber Skilling Program, gathering insights from industry experts. Interested parties must outline their business type, experience with Agile methodologies, and capabilities regarding verification methods and data security in public safety contexts—especially focusing on the integration of 4G/5G networks and data interoperability. The RFI also requests examples of past challenges faced and metrics used to evaluate progress in research and development projects. Responses, including a capabilities statement up to 20 pages, must be submitted electronically by January 21, 2025, with an optional Industry Day for interested businesses to learn more and provide input. All submitted information will be treated as proprietary and safeguarded from external release, ensuring the confidentiality of the respondents.
    Strategic Planning Operational Test and Evaluations and Architecture Evaluation SOW.pdf
    The Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity Division (CSD) aims to enhance national cyber defense and resilience through strategic planning, operational testing, and architecture evaluation. The CSD is organized into subdivisions focused on technical capability, threat hunting, vulnerability management, and capacity building. A significant focus is on Mission Engineering (ME), which develops and supports cyber mission capabilities, and Threat Hunting (TH), which targets and mitigates significant cyber threats. The scope of work includes integrating systems, conducting research and development, and providing engineering expertise to support CISA's cybersecurity initiatives. Tasks outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW) require the contractor to manage tasks effectively, execute operational test and evaluation, and facilitate cross-agency integration. Deliverables encompass strategic reports, technical assessments, prototypes, and documentation related to cybersecurity specifications. The contract spans five years, with provisions for telework and travel, stressing the importance of compliance with security regulations and the need for contractor personnel to possess necessary security clearances. This contract supports the overarching goal of advancing the nation’s cybersecurity posture through robust collaboration and innovation.
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