Personnel Security Support Services
ID: HS002125RE01201Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE COUNTERINTELLIGENCE AND SECURITY AGENCY (DCSA)DEFENSE CI AND SECURITY AGENCYQUANTICO, VA, 22134, USA

NAICS

Investigation and Personal Background Check Services (561611)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION (R615)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/415c08cd39bf4a59ae0f1d967dba6832/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 10, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 10, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 25, 2025, 5:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), is seeking qualified contractors to provide Personnel Security Support Services (PSS) for its Adjudication and Vetting Services (AVS). The procurement aims to engage a contractor capable of delivering comprehensive personnel security services, including background investigations, continuous vetting, incident monitoring, risk analysis, and adjudication support for Department of Defense personnel, all while adhering to established security guidelines. This initiative is crucial for maintaining national security and readiness, as it aligns with the authority granted by the Fiscal Year 2018 National Defense Authorization Act for security vetting. Interested businesses are encouraged to submit a detailed Capability Statement by April 25, 2025, to the primary contact, Deborah Hagan, at deborah.l.hagan.civ@mail.mil, as part of the market research process.

Point(s) of Contact
Deborah Hagan
deborah.l.hagan.civ@mail.mil
Files
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Posted
A15 - 25RE012_RFI 4.10.25.docx
Apr 10, 2025, 3:07 PM UTC
The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) regarding a non-personal service requirement to support its Personnel Security Support Services (PS3). This RFI aims to conduct market research to identify businesses capable of fulfilling the needs for background investigations and adjudications for Department of Defense (DoD) personnel. The contractor will be required to provide various services and personnel, adhering to specified performance standards without direct supervision from the Government. This initiative falls under the context of the Fiscal Year 2018 National Defense Authorization Act, which granted DCSA authority for security vetting. The DCSA seeks to integrate tools and capabilities for a comprehensive vetting process that maintains national security and readiness. Interested businesses are encouraged to submit a detailed Capability Statement, addressing prior experience and technical skills, by April 25, 2025. The RFI clarifies that it is not a commitment to issue an RFP and emphasizes that participation is voluntary. The completeness and quality of the submissions will help assess market capacity to meet projected requirements.
A15 - 25RE012_RFI Attachment 1 DRAFT PWS 4.8.25.doc
Apr 10, 2025, 3:07 PM UTC
The document outlines a Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) regarding the establishment of Personnel Security Support Services (PSS) for their Adjudication and Vetting Services (AVS). The primary objective is to engage a contractor to provide comprehensive personnel security services that include background investigations, continuous vetting, incident monitoring, risk analysis, and adjudication support for Department of Defense (DoD) personnel. The contractor is required to handle personnel security documentation efficiently while complying with established security guidelines and addressing insider risks. The contract encompasses a base period along with four one-year options for support services and necessitates personnel with specific security clearances. Quality control measures and extensive training for contractor employees are emphasized. The document also details the responsibilities of key personnel, including program management and quality assurance roles, while stipulating compliance with federal security regulations and the necessity for a robust communication and reporting process. In essence, this procurement aims at ensuring an effective and timely vetting lifecycle necessary for maintaining national security and readiness.
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