Sources Sought Notice for Computer-Based Testing for the Cryptographic Validation Program
ID: NIST-SSN-25-770012Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGYDEPT OF COMMERCE NISTGAITHERSBURG, MD, 20899, USA

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- GENERAL (U009)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4ac7e8278110413290473fe567242d0f/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 14, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 20, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Jan 28, 2025, 11:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential sources for computer-based testing services related to its Cryptographic Validation Program (CVP). The primary objective is to find contractors capable of publishing, administering, and maintaining competency exams for testers at NVLAP accredited laboratories, ensuring that these exams meet the necessary security and performance standards. This initiative is crucial for validating cryptographic modules and algorithms, which are essential for maintaining national security and ensuring the integrity of cryptographic systems. Interested parties should submit their responses, including company details and capabilities, to the primary contact, Lauren P. Roller, at lauren.roller@nist.gov by January 22, 2025, while noting that this notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a commitment to award a contract.

Point(s) of Contact
Lauren P. Roller
(301) 975-3062
lauren.roller@nist.gov
Hing Pan Wong
(301) 975-6289
hingpan.wong@nist.gov
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