RFI_UAM_18May2026.pdf

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

Secretary of the Air Force, Office of Competitive Activities (SAF/OC) DAF Insider Threat Program (SAF/OCSH)

1.0 Description

SAF/OCSH is seeking information for the User Activity Monitoring (UAM) requirement. UAM is required on DAF networks by Executive Order and public law. SAF/OCSH is requesting information from interested parties that would provide the DAF with user activity monitoring capabilities across multiple networks both classified and unclassified.

1.1 THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY. This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes – it does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue an RFP in the future. This RFI does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever. Further, the Air Force is not at this time seeking proposals and will not accept unsolicited proposals. Responders are advised that the U.S. Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI; all costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at the interested party’s expense. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFP, if any is issued. If a solicitation is released, it will be sent via Secret Internet Protocol (SIPR) email channels.

2.0 Requested Information

These questions are designed to gather detailed information from potential vendors about their capabilities, experiences, and specific solutions that align with the requirements outlined in the RFI. The Performance Work Statement (PWS) Task Requirements for UAM will be submitted via SIPR email to the contracting officer. SIPR email responses to the following questions will be required:

(1) Please identify offeror’s licensing structure for commercial software. Does the offeror provide enterprise licensing for their software products? Identify any commercial products that are currently on an existing government contract.

(2) Please identify any proposed subcontracting and/or small business partnering consideration to support the UAM mission.

(3) Do the requirements listed in the PWS present clear and understandable tasks/sub-tasks? Please clarify if additional information is beneficial for the requirements listed.

(4) What contract strategy (i.e. what contract vehicle(s)) would you recommend the Government consider for the scope of this requirement?

(5) Currently a contract holder on any Government-Wide Acquisition Contracts or Multiple Award Schedules? If yes, please provide contract and/or schedule information.

(6) Do you have any small business concerns related to the scope of this requirement (i.e.

do you believe this requirement is best met as a small business set aside or through large business using a subcontracting plan)?

(7) Are there any specific evaluation criteria you would recommend the Government consider for the source selection of this requirement (i.e. Where do you see the biggest differentiating factors between offers proposals based on the stated objectives)?

3.1 Interested parties are requested to respond to this RFI by providing their SIPR email address. The PWS will be provided via SIPR. Responses should be sent to linda.cavazos@us.af.mil, christina.fernandez@us.af.mil, and aaron.leddy@us.af.mil no later than 1400 ET on 02 June 2026.

3.2 SIPR responses should be in the form of white papers in Microsoft Word for Office 2000 compatible format or Adobe PDF. Responses are due no later than 1 9 J u n 2 0 2 6 , by 1700 EST.

3.2.1 Responses shall be limited to 5 pages total and submitted via SIPR e-mail with further instructions to follow.

3.2.2 Responses will be limited to SECRET level only.

3.3 Proprietary information, if any, should be minimized and MUST BE CLEARLY

MARKED. To aid the Government, please segregate proprietary information.

3.4 Please be advised that all submissions become Government property and will not be returned.

3.5 Part 1 of the white paper shall provide administrative information, be limited to one (1) page, and shall include the following as a minimum:

3.5.1 Name, mailing address, phone number, and e-mail of designated point of contact.

3.5.2 Business type (large business, small business, small disadvantaged business, 8(a)-certified small disadvantaged business, HUBZone small business, woman-owned small business, service-disabled veteran-owned small business, etc.) based upon North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific and Technical Services), 541511(Custom Computer Programming Services), 541512 (Computer Systems Design Services), and/or 541519 (Other Computer Relatives Services), as well as Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).

3.5.3 The facility security clearance of the offeror.

3.6 Part 2 of the white paper shall answer the questions addressed in Section 2.0 of this RFI and shall be limited to four (4) pages.

3.0 Industry Discussions

3.1 SAF/OCSH representatives may or may not choose to meet with potential offerors.

mailto:linda.cavazos@us.af.mil mailto:christina.fernandez@us.af.mil mailto:aaron.leddy@us.af.mil

Such discussions would only be intended to get further clarification of potential capability to meet the requirements, especially any development and certification risks.

3.2 The Government may host an Industry Day to discuss the UAM requirements with interested vendors.

4.0 Questions

Questions regarding this announcement shall be submitted in writing by e-mail to the Contracting POCs, linda.cavazos@us.af.mil and christina.fernandez@us.af.mil and the Acquisition Program Manager, aaron.leddy@us.af.mil Verbal questions will NOT be accepted.

Questions will be answered via SIPR email response. The Government does not guarantee that questions received after 19 June 2026, by 1700 EST will be answered.

5.0 Summary

THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY to identify sources that can provide contracted services for the SAF/OCSH UAM requirement. The information provided in the RFI is subject to change and is not binding on the Government. The Air Force has not made a commitment to procure any of the items/services discussed, and release of this RFI should not be construed as such a commitment or as authorization to incur cost for which reimbursement would be required or sought. All submissions become Government property and will not be returned.

mailto:christina.fernandez@us.af.mil