The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice for Enterprise Cybersecurity Support Services. The purpose is to solicit contractors to provide comprehensive cybersecurity support across various functional areas, including data management, cybersecurity engineering, compliance support, and risk management for multiple systems at different classification levels, impacting approximately 15,000 personnel.
Key tasks include maintaining IT infrastructure, assessing and authorizing major cybersecurity programs, providing oversight for the agency’s Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) program, and ensuring compliance with cybersecurity regulations. Additional responsibilities encompass developing technical documents, managing data, and supporting cloud security initiatives.
The contract also involves the establishment of a robust Cybersecurity, Compliance, and Risk Management (CCRM) framework and supporting Cyber Defense Operations within the DCSA. Emergent technology support will focus on zero-trust frameworks, supply chain risk management, and advanced security solutions. Overall, the DCSA seeks to enhance its cybersecurity posture through strategic contractor partnerships, ensuring the security and integrity of its information systems.
The document pertains to a Request for Information (RFI) related to the DCSA Cybersecurity services contract, identified as DCSA RFI220001. It clarifies that this is a recompete for existing services currently provided by Agile Decision Sciences, LLC, whose incumbency is confirmed along with relevant contract numbers (HS002122C0004 and HS002123C0012). The government indicates that the contract value will not be disclosed upfront; instead, it will be revealed to offerors in the Request for Proposal (RFP) documentation, allowing them to propose appropriately. The responses address essential contractor inquiries regarding the nature of the requirement and existing services, emphasizing transparency in the recompete process while maintaining confidentiality over financial specifics. The RFI reflects the formalities and protocols typical in federal contracting, focusing on competitive bidding and accountability within government procurement practices.
The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) has issued a Sources Sought Notice to assess the capabilities of Certified 8(a) companies in providing Enterprise Cybersecurity Support Services. This preliminary step is for market research only and does not represent a commitment to create a contract. DCSA, responsible for the cybersecurity of the Department of Defense and its partners, seeks vendors that can help address current cybersecurity threats and enhance their capabilities through various tasks including cybersecurity planning, risk management framework implementation, product analysis, and incident response.
Interested firms must submit a capabilities statement with relevant experience over the past 3-5 years, demonstrating their ability to perform required tasks such as cloud security integration, supply chain risk management, and cybersecurity compliance. The submission should include general information about the firm, technical capabilities, past performance, and any existing contract vehicles. The place of performance is primarily the National Capital Region, and security clearance is required.
This notice emphasizes the need for comprehensive cybersecurity support amidst rapidly evolving cyber threats while stressing the importance of innovative solutions and compliance with government standards. Submissions must be made by May 20, 2025, and will be treated as government property.