Case Development Modernization (CDM) and Case Lifecycle Task Management & Document Repository
Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEWASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES (WHS)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/5b6dc89435c64ec1996a936e56eb280d/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Washington Headquarters Services (WHS), is seeking qualified vendors for the Case Development Modernization (CDM) and Case Lifecycle Task Management & Document Repository project. This initiative aims to modernize the Defense Security Assistance Management System (DSAMS) by replacing outdated systems and enhancing the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case lifecycle through a modular, service-based architecture that integrates with various external systems. The project emphasizes a "make" strategy for core capabilities while remaining open to low-code and SaaS solutions for task management and document repository functions, with a target contract award in FY2026. Interested parties should note that a Secret clearance level is required for personnel, and further details can be found in the attached documents from the recent Industry Day held on December 19, 2025.

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    Attendance-Questions_Industry Day Case Modernization (12.19.25).xlsx
    The document summarizes the DSCA Virtual Industry Day (Case Modernization) held on Friday, December 19, 2026. It lists attendees from various organizations and agencies, noting whether they participated in-person or virtually. The core of the document consists of questions submitted by attendees, primarily focusing on the modernization of the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) lifecycle, API integration, cybersecurity frameworks, data models, testing, and consolidation of DSAMS and NCTS. Key areas of inquiry include pre-LOR activities, data management, DEVSECOPS platform testing, target architecture (single platform vs. modular), user experience, and database modernization strategy (Oracle to Postgres, schema consolidation, scalability, and performance). There is a strong emphasis on leveraging AWS for hybrid database approaches to optimize cost and performance for high-volume workloads.
    IMT Slides Industry Day Case Modernization (12.19.25).pptx
    The "Case Development Modernization" initiative, scheduled for December 19, 2025, aims to replace outdated systems like DSAMS and CTS used for Foreign Military Sales, Building Partner Capacity, and FMS Training. The project addresses critical business challenges such as inefficient data collection, siloed external systems, and poor system performance. Technology challenges include an outdated architecture, monolithic platform with old code versions, and cyber security compliance issues. The future state involves developing new efficient systems with task management, document repository, and major milestone tracking capabilities. The modernization will leverage a cloud-based AWS Gov-Cloud environment, React v19+ with TypeScript for frontend, and PostgreSQL 18+ for database, utilizing an API-led connectivity framework and integrating with Advana for reporting.
    Meeting Summary_Industry Day Case Modernization (12.19.25).pdf
    The DSCA Virtual Industry Day on December 19, 2025, focused on modernizing the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case development process, serving as market research for an upcoming acquisition strategy. The initiative aims to replace legacy systems like DSAMS and CTS with a single, modern platform, integrate a universal workflow tool, and establish a centralized document repository. Key challenges include aging, fragmented systems, significant technical debt, poor accessibility, and security gaps. DSCA plans an API-First, modular architecture on AWS GovCloud, utilizing React/TypeScript for the frontend and allowing Java, Python, or Node.js for the backend. While leaning towards a custom-build for the core system, DSCA is open to COTS or hybrid solutions for other components and innovative approaches, emphasizing speed and integration with parallel modernization efforts.
    RFI Queries Answers_Industry Day Case Modernization (12.19.25).pdf
    The document summarizes vendor queries and government responses regarding the modernization of the Defense Security Assistance Management System (DSAMS). Key areas include a preference for a 'Make' strategy for primary Case Development capabilities, with flexibility for Low-Code/SaaS solutions for Task Management and Document Repository. The modernized system will be a modular, service-based, API-first architecture, integrating with numerous external systems. Cybersecurity frameworks required are FISCAM, NIST RMF, and CSRMC. The project involves refactoring approximately 5 million lines of Java and 500k of PL/SQL code, consolidating four Oracle schemas into one Postgres database (roughly 2K objects, 1K tables), and supporting an average of 250 concurrent users (peak 400). The target award for the contract is FY2026, with an emphasis on Human-Centered Design for process re-engineering and a Secret clearance level required for personnel.
    Transcript_Industry Day Case Modernization (12.19.25).pdf
    The DSCA Virtual Industry Day focused on modernizing the Defense Security Assistance Management System (DSAMS) and CTS into a single, cohesive, efficient, and compliant system. This initiative, referred to as Case Development Modernization, aims to replace outdated systems, improve user experience, and enhance integration across the full Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case lifecycle. Key challenges include siloed data, slow system performance, availability issues due to legacy infrastructure, and technical debt from a monolithic Java application. The project seeks to refactor business logic from complex database views into a modern API-first architecture, leveraging AWS cloud services, React/TypeScript for the frontend, and Postgres for the database. The DSCA emphasized a "make" strategy for the core DSAMS replacement due to the complexity and volatility of FMS processes, while remaining open to vendor suggestions for task management and document repository solutions. Cybersecurity compliance, including RMF, FISMA, and Zero Trust, is a critical requirement. The overall goal is to accelerate the FMS process and improve adaptability to emerging needs.
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