NetOps Solution Software Licensing
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Army is conducting market research through a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) to identify mature commercial software solutions for Network Operations (NetOps). This effort aims to find software and support services for installing, operating, maintaining, and protecting the Unified Network. Responses are due April 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
The Army seeks commercial software solutions providing Network Management/Enterprise Systems Management (NM/ESM), Cybersecurity, and Information Dissemination Management/Content Staging (IDM/CS) capabilities. The goal is a continuously modernizing, secure, and resilient network for Multi-Domain Operations (MDO). This RFI specifically excludes hardware and the development of new software solutions.
Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Access
Detailed technical requirements, which contain CUI, are accessible upon request via the "Request Access" button on SAM.gov. Offerors must provide their UEI and CAGE Code, and the Government will verify Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 compliance (self-assessment) before granting access. Early submission of access requests is strongly encouraged.
Submission Requirements
Organizations with mature software solutions are requested to provide the following via email to the identified POCs:
- Entity name, UEI, address, email, website, telephone, and size/type of ownership.
- Tailored software capability statements addressing each requirement with documentation.
- Description of seamless software provision and installation.
- Details of any prior provision of similar software to the Department of Defense (to whom, when, scope).
- If providing capability only through a reseller, a statement justifying the value added to the Government (as the Army intends to procure direct from OEM).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 22, 2026, 2:00 PM ET
- Published: April 15, 2026
- Agency: Department of the Army, W6QK ACC-APG CONT CT SW SECTOR
Additional Notes
This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to procure. Responses will not be reimbursed, and this notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract or imply funding availability.