Public Affairs Strategic Operations
ID: HDTRA1-26-R-0014Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCY (DTRA)DEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCYFORT BELVOIR, VA, 22060-6201, USA

NAICS

Public Relations Agencies (541820)

PSC

SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: PUBLIC RELATIONS (R708)

Set Aside

8a Competed (8A)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/5f714a9c98764eef8104afc460691198/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) is seeking qualified vendors to provide public affairs, media relations, and multimedia production services as part of its "Public Affairs Strategic Operations" initiative. This procurement aims to enhance DTRA's communication capabilities with internal and external stakeholders, including the public and media, by employing a team of skilled professionals with DoD SECRET clearance. The project is newly funded and will require Full-Time Equivalents (FTEs) for various labor categories, including Senior Copy Editor and Digital Content Creator, with specific details to be outlined in the forthcoming solicitation. Interested parties must submit their capabilities and relevant information to the designated contacts, Michelle Etienne and Carrie Lucas, by 12:00 PM EDT on December 5, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michelle Etienne
    michelle.etienne.civ@mail.mil
    Carrie Lucas
    carrie.a.lucas3.civ@mail.mil
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    QAS HDTRA1-26-R-0014_12-3-25_Amend1.pdf
    The "Public Affairs Strategic Operations" (SAM notice ID HDTRA1-26-R-0014) is a new requirement, not a continuation of an existing project with an incumbent vendor. This project is newly funded, and the government anticipates needing Full-Time Equivalents (FTEs) for each Labor Category, with specific details to be provided in the official solicitation.
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