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832572039 MANDOv2.0

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE

Tracking Number 832572039

The Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) is seeking sources for the Defense Information Systems Network (DISN) Advanced Engineering & Transport Solutions (DAETS) for the Program Executive Office (PEO) – Transport.

CONTRACTING OFFICE ADDRESS: PS8313 - DISA/Defense Information Technology Contracting Office (DITCO), 2300 Scott Dr. BLDG. 3600, Scott AFB, IL 62225.

INTRODUCTION:

**The tracking number (832572039) was previously posted with the title of MANDO v2. However, the program did not feel that the title captured the scope and intent of DISA PEO and therefore updated the title to DAETS. The below has been updated to further align with the scope and intent of the program.**

This is a SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE to determine the availability and technical capability of small businesses (including the following subsets: Small Disadvantaged Businesses, certified 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, HUBZone Small Businesses and Woman-Owned Small Businesses) to provide the required products and/or services.

The DISA, Program Executive Office (PEO) Transport, is seeking market research from qualified sources to provide full-spectrum engineering support for the Defense Information Systems Network (DISN). This effort covers all elements, layers, and gateways, including Internet Protocol (IP)-based and switched infrastructure secured over terrestrial and undersea fiber-optic networks, as well as military and commercial satellite communications. Support will span legacy, current, and future Department of Defense (DoD) and DISA capabilities. Key focus areas include IP and Optical Networking, Cloud Computing, Access and Peering Gateways. The Government is requesting industry feedback from companies with the expertise and proven experience to deliver secure, reliable, and innovative engineering solutions that advance DISA’s mission of global information superiority as a global carrier-grade network provider.

The anticipated Period of Performance is October 2026 to December 2031.

The anticipated Place of Performance is DISA Headquarters (HQ) Fort Meade, Maryland.

DISCLAIMER:

THIS SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE SOLICITATION AND SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT. RESPONSES IN ANY FORM ARE NOT OFFERS AND THE GOVERNMENT IS UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A RESULT OF THIS NOTICE. NO FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO PAY FOR PREPARATION OF RESPONSES TO THIS NOTICE. ANY INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY RESPONDENTS IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY.

CONTRACT/PROGRAM BACKGROUND: The Multimedia Architectural Networking Design Optimization (MANDO) requirement is an existing requirement and is currently being executed under the following:

Contract Number: HC102818D0024 / HC102822F6460 Contract Vehicle: Engineering Coordination Resources Exploration (ENCORE) III Small Business Suite Incumbent and their size: CompQsoft, Inc. Small Business Method of previous acquisition: Total small business set-aside Period of performance: December 2, 2021 to December 1, 2026

REQUIRED CAPABILITIES:

1) Comprehensive DISN Program and Engineering Support: The Defense Information Systems Network (DISN) is one of the largest telecommunications networks in the world and is the backbone of global Department of Defense (DoD) communications, providing secure, resilient, and high-capacity transport for mission-critical operations. Engineering support across all elements, layers, and gateways ensures uninterrupted connectivity for both DoD and authorized mission partners, regardless of location or operational environment.

· Describe and provide an example of your company’s experience delivering comprehensive engineering support across large-scale, complex telecommunications infrastructures, including Internet Protocol (IP)-based and switched networks, terrestrial and undersea fiber-optic systems, and military/commercial satellite communications, adherence to stringent performance requirements, and delivery under tight operational deadlines for global carrier-grade network providers.

· Please address your program management approach to the execution of these complex, multi-faceted engineering projects.

2) Specialized Technology Expertise: Advanced transport technologies such as, but not limited to, power distribution systems, timing dissemination, optical networking, cloud routing, software defined networking, Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS), High Assurance Encryption (HAE), and Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC), Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) are critical to maintaining the performance, security, and interoperability of the DISN. Mastery of these technologies ensures that the DISA can provide fast, reliable, and secure communications in alignment with evolving mission demands.

· Describe and provide an example of your company’s experience deploying, sustaining and eliminating specialized telecommunications technologies to deliver capabilities, systems, and services with emphasis on managing integration challenges, optimizing performance, and achieving interoperability across complex, multi-vendor environments.

3) Advanced Network Systems and Security: DISA must safeguard global communications against cyber threats, physical disruptions, and adversary interference. Advanced network systems engineering and robust security design ensure mission survivability, operational continuity, and protection of sensitive information in both peacetime and contested environments.

· Describe and provide an example of your company’s experience designing, implementing, and securing advanced transport systems—including transoceanic connectivity, future optical networking, data center connectivity, and availability design.

· Highlight your approach to integrating cybersecurity frameworks, mitigating risks, and maintaining operational continuity during high-demand or contested conditions.

4) Testing, Validation: Before any new technology or capability is deployed into the DISN, rigorous testing and validation are essential to ensure operational readiness, interoperability, and security compliance. Strict adherence to DoD, DISA, and federal standards is essential to maintain interoperability, mission assurance, and cybersecurity compliance across the DISN. Engineering solutions that fully integrate these standards reduce risk, improve operational efficiency, and support long-term sustainment.

· Describe and provide an example of your company’s experience operating test environments with particular focus on the establishment of a test environment for operational execution utilizing automation to develop the required artifacts for certification and submission for decision forums.

· The example provided should demonstrate testing identified issues before deployment, reduced operational risk, and supported seamless integration with complex mission systems for the operation and management of a global carrier-grade network.

5) Global, Joint, and Multi-Domain Support: The DISN supports U.S. military operations worldwide, often in joint and coalition environments where multiple domains—land, sea, air, space, and cyber—must operate seamlessly. Engineering solutions that function reliably in complex, multi-domain settings are essential for mission assurance and operational success.

· Describe and provide an example of your company’s experience delivering secure, scalable, and resilient network solutions in joint, multi-domain, and globally distributed environments, particularly those requiring synchronization across multiple stakeholders, strict mission timelines, and diverse operational theaters.

6) Tier III Engineering Support and Escalation Services: Tier III engineering support is critical to maintaining the operational integrity of the DISN by providing the highest level of technical expertise for complex, unresolved, or mission-critical issues. This capability ensures rapid root cause analysis, advanced troubleshooting, and engineering-level solutions that cannot be addressed at lower support tiers. It also plays a vital role in incident escalation, architecture optimization, and guiding long-term corrective actions to enhance network reliability, performance, and security across all DISA-managed environments.

· Describe and provide an example of your company’s experience delivering Tier III engineering support for large-scale, mission-critical communications networks, including advanced problem resolution, deep-dive diagnostics, architectural remediation, and coordination with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) or vendors to resolve high-priority incidents.

· Highlight how your Tier III expertise reduced downtime, prevented recurrence, and improved overall system performance.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

1) Must be U.S. citizens and have a minimum of Secret security clearance. However, some personnel will have access to classified data and require Top Secret security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access to perform their duties. Provide concurrence that your company has the resources available to recruit and retain individuals at this level.

2) Some personnel will need an interim or a final IT-I (privileged level systems access) immediately upon hire. Provide concurrence that your company can meet this requirement.

3) The Vendor shall acknowledge they have a valid Top Secret Facility Clearance Level (FCL). If, there are any known issues with the vendor’s FCL they shall advise as a part of this SSN to support validation of available sources for this requirement.

4) The Contractor shall be, at time of award, certified under International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001: Quality management systems. Provide a copy of your certification.

5) Must meet applicable Information Assurance Technical (IAT) or IA Managerial (IAM) training and certification requirements. Provide concurrence that your company can meet this requirement. The applicable trainings and certifications are listed below.

· Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 8500.01,

· National Institute (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-82

· DoD Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide, DoD 52202.22-M

· National Industrial Security Program (NISP) in accordance with DoDI 5220.22

· DoDI 4000.19, DoDD 5530.03, Committee on National Security Systems Instruction (CNSSI) 1253, Committee on National Security Systems (CNSS) policies

· MIL-STD-461G

· Executive Order 12333.

KNOWLEDGE AREAS:

Please provide detailed information on your company's engineering experience and qualifications in the two primary knowledge areas outlined below. For each area, respond to the specific questions listed to demonstrate the depth and relevance of your expertise.

Knowledge Area 1: Carrier-Grade Optical and IP/MPLS Networking This area is to assess your experience in engineering large-scale, highly available networks.

· Describe your experience in engineering high-capacity, carrier-grade core networks that integrate a coherent DWDM optical layer with an intelligent IP/MPLS fabric to deliver scalable, resilient, and flexible L3VPN/L2VPN services.

· Describe your experience in providing secure, high-performance connectivity for hybrid and multi-cloud environments by integrating dedicated private links (e.g., AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute) and MPLS WAN extensions with major cloud providers.

Knowledge Area 2: Defense Information Systems Network (DISN) This area is to validate your company’s hands-on experience within the Department of Defense's specific and highly regulated network environment.

· Describe your most complex project involving the DISN. What was the objective, what specific DISN services were involved.

· Walk us through your troubleshooting process for a complex, multi-layered outage involving both local base infrastructure and DISN backbone services.

SOURCES SOUGHT:

The anticipated North American Industry Classification System Code (NAICS) for this requirement is 541519 with the corresponding size standard of $34.0M. This Sources Sought Notice is requesting responses to the following criteria from small businesses that can provide the required services under this NAICS.

In order to make a determination for a small business set-aside, two or more qualified and capable small businesses must submit responses that demonstrate their qualifications. Responses must demonstrate the company’s ability to perform in accordance with FAR clause 52.219-14, Limitations on Subcontracting.

To assist DISA in determining the level of participation by small business in any subsequent procurement that may result from this Sources Sought Notice, provide information regarding any plans to use joint ventures (JVs) or partnering. Please outline the company's areas of expertise and those of any proposed JV/partner who combined can meet the specific requirements contained in this notice.

SUBMISSION DETAILS:

Responses should include:

1) Business name and address;

2) Name of company representative and their business title;

3) Small Business Socio-economic status (if small);

4) CAGE Code;

5) Prime contract vehicles; to include ENCORE III, SETI, NIH CIO-SP4, NASA SEWP V, General Service Administration (GSA): OASIS, ALLIANT II, VETS II, STARS III, MAS (including applicable SIN(s), groups or pools), or any other Government Agency contract vehicle that allows for decentralized ordering. (This information is for market research only and businesses with a valid cage that lack prime contract vehicles are still encouraged to respond to this notice.)

6) Responses to the above Required Capabilities, Special Requirements and Knowledge Areas.

Businesses who wish to respond must send a response via email NLT 2:00 PM Central Daylight Time (CDT) on February 4, 2026 to kevin.r.francoeur.civ@mail.mil and erica.j.ackeret.civ@mail.mil. Interested businesses should submit a brief response (no more than eight pages) addressing the specific questions above demonstrating the ability to perform the services listed under Required Capabilities, Special Requirements, and Knowledge Areas. An additional 1 page can be used to address the Additional Information Request items.

Proprietary information and trade secrets, if any, must be clearly marked on all materials. All information received that is marked Proprietary will be handled accordingly. All submissions become Government property and will not be returned. All Government and contractor personnel reviewing submitted responses will have signed non-disclosure agreements and understand their responsibility for proper use and protection from unauthorized disclosure of proprietary information as pursuant to 41 USC 423. The Government shall not be held liable for any damages incurred if proprietary information is not properly identified.

For information on DISA’s requirements, you can find current information on our home page: www.disa.mil – that includes current forecast and the current acquisition strategies. If there is no information regarding the requirement you may be inquiring about, then there is no additional publicly available information. Please continue to review www.disa.mil.

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