ContractSources SoughtTotal Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

NBSFS SME IDS Consultant

DEPT OF DEFENSE• NBSFS_RFI_0002
Response Deadline
Jun 2, 2026
13 days left
Days Remaining
13
Until deadline
Set-Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Notice Type
Sources Sought

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of Defense, through the Air Force’s FA2835 AFLCMC Hanscom PZI office, is seeking small business sources for SME support related to the New Boston Space Force Station SCIF IDS/ACS effort. The work covers pre-award planning, solicitation development, technical evaluation support, post-award design review, installation quality oversight, testing and acceptance support, accreditation readiness, and sustainment transition. It also involves physical security and cybersecurity support for SCIF accreditation, SSO review, ATO/ATC and AO review, UL 2050 certification, NIST 128-bit encryption certification, training, testing, and sustainment at New Boston, New Hampshire. Interested firms must submit a Letter of Interest and capabilities statement by 1:00 PM ET on 2 June 2026 to Rachyl Cushman and Kristin Morrison at the listed Air Force email addresses.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
541330
Engineering Services
PSC Code
R425
SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: ENGINEERING/TECHNICAL

Solicitation Documents

1 Files
RFI - NBSFS SME IDS Consultant.pdf
PDF•138 KB•May 19, 2026
AI Summary
New Boston Space Force Station (NBSFS) is conducting pre-solicitation market research through a Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified sources for independent Subject Matter Expert (SME) support. This support is for an upcoming Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) Intrusion Detection System/Access Control System (IDS/ACS) effort. The RFI seeks industry feedback on capabilities for pre-award planning, solicitation development, technical evaluation, post-award design review, installation oversight, testing, accreditation readiness, and sustainment transition. Key requirements include experience with UL 2050 certification, NIST 128-bit encryption, Vindicator IDS/ACS platforms, and various Space Force/DoD accreditation processes. The government is also requesting recommended labor categories, hourly rates, and estimated hours. Interested companies should submit a Letter of Interest and a capabilities statement by June 2, 2026, outlining their relevant experience and ability to meet the requirements.

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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedMay 19, 2026
deadlineResponse DeadlineJun 2, 2026
expiryArchive DateJun 17, 2026

Agency Information

Department
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Sub-Tier
DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE
Office
FA2835 AFLCMC HANSCOM PZI

Point of Contact

Name
Kristin Morrison

Place of Performance

New Boston, New Hampshire, UNITED STATES

Official Sources

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