Protecting Army Modernization and Supply Chains- Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO)
ID: W918Z25SA001Type: Special Notice
Overview

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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMY

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https://sam.gov/opp/5c5177c95786480888453297080747ab/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Army Contracting Command, is seeking innovative commercial solutions to enhance cybersecurity within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) as part of the Protecting Army Modernization and Supply Chains initiative. This opportunity invites proposals that address specific Areas of Interest (AOIs) aimed at securing defense technologies from cyber threats while ensuring the rapid delivery of military capabilities, particularly focusing on automating compliance with cybersecurity requirements such as NIST controls and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). The initiative underscores the critical role of small businesses in national security and aims to provide scalable, cloud-based cybersecurity solutions that protect intellectual property and ensure secure access. Interested parties should submit their Solution Briefs by March 24, 2025, with the overall CSO open for continuous submissions until March 6, 2030. For further inquiries, contact the Army NCODE Team at usarmy.apg.acc.mbx.dc3oe-ncode-cso@army.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Army NCODE Team
    usarmy.apg.acc.mbx.dc3oe-ncode-cso@army.mil
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    AOI 1 - NCODE Automation PHASE 1 - 07 MARCH.pdf
    The NCODE Phase 1 project, issued by the Army Contracting Command, seeks solutions to enhance cybersecurity for small businesses in the defense industrial base (DIB). Recognizing the vital role of small enterprises in national security and their vulnerability to cyber threats, the Department of Defense aims to provide a scalable, cloud-based cybersecurity solution. This initiative is designed to automate compliance with critical cybersecurity requirements, such as NIST controls and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), thereby reducing the financial burden on these businesses. The desired solution should encompass automated cybersecurity measures, environmental isolation for intellectual property protection, virtual desktop solutions for secure access, identity management, and continuous monitoring. Proposals must demonstrate innovative, existing capabilities and meet specified certification levels, including CMMC Level 2 and a clear path to Level 3. The submission deadline is 24 March 2025, with a preference for submissions that exhibit fully automated and verifiable solutions. Additionally, the government plans to utilize non-government advisors like MITRE Corporation in the evaluation process, emphasizing the critical need for effective cybersecurity solutions to safeguard the DIB effectively.
    CSO_Protecting Army Modernization and Supply Chains_W918Z25SA001_7 MARCH.pdf
    The Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) W918Z25SA001 aims to enhance Army modernization and safeguard supply chains by prioritizing cybersecurity within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). Emphasizing the pivotal role of small businesses in fostering innovation, the CSO invites proposals for commercial solutions that address specific Areas of Interest (AOIs) to secure defense technologies from cyber threats and ensure rapid delivery of military capabilities. The process includes three phases: Phase 1 requires submission of Solution Briefs, Phase 2 involves in-person or virtual pitches to discuss viability, and Phase 3 consists of submitting full proposals for selected concepts. Evaluation criteria include technical merit, uniqueness, feasibility, and pricing strategy. The CSO remains open until March 6, 2030, encouraging continuous submissions and fostering collaboration between the DoD and innovative commercial vendors. Key stipulations include handling classified information carefully, ensuring compliance with export controls, and maintaining data security standards. This initiative highlights the government’s commitment to modernizing military capabilities while protecting critical technologies and supply chains.
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