NATO Request for Information: Capability Package CP149 Rev 1 “Dragonfly Increment 1”
ID: MS-423340-ICH-RGType: Special Notice
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COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFBUREAU OF INDUSTRY AND SECURITY

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Other Computer Related Services (541519)

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https://sam.gov/opp/f23105dcdcac41478ccc34ee6bae08cd/view
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    The Department of Commerce, specifically the Bureau of Industry and Security, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) from the NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) regarding the Capability Package CP149 Rev 1 “Dragonfly Increment 1” project. This RFI aims to explore potential solutions for the NATO Information Clearing House – Release Gateway (ICH-RG) project, which seeks to enhance secure information sharing capabilities across NATO and with non-NATO entities, addressing current capability gaps in military information exchange. The initiative is crucial for ensuring effective information dissemination for mission operations across various security domains, utilizing a modular approach to interconnect different networks. Interested parties must submit their responses by 17:00 Brussels time on January 31, 2025, and should refer to the NCIA reference number MS-423340-ICH-RG in all correspondence. Detailed instructions for submission are provided in the attached document.

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    MS-423340-ICH-RG.pdf
    The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) has issued a Market Survey Request for Information (RFI) regarding the Information Clearing House - Release Gateway (ICH-RG) project, aimed at enhancing NATO's military information exchange capabilities. This initiative seeks to identify potential solutions from Nations and industry stakeholders to bridge current capability gaps in secure information sharing across NATO and with non-NATO entities. The ICH-RG project will enable critical information dissemination for mission operations across various security domains, utilizing a non-monolithic and modular approach to interconnect different networks. Interested parties are encouraged to respond by detailing their existing capabilities or proposing alternative solutions, with submissions due by January 31, 2025. The RFI emphasizes that this is not a commitment to procure but aims to explore available technologies and assess collaborative efforts for future operational needs. Key functionalities sought include high-assurance solutions for content inspection and secure information flow control, necessary for managing exchanges between varying security classifications. Participants may also submit non-binding pricing and additional documentation to assist NATO in its evaluation process.
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