PCTE CRDSAP Q-A -1.pdf

Questions & Answers to PCTE Cyber Range Development Software Application Project

1. Are you looking for an out-of-the-box solution that can be modified for the PCTE architecture? Or does this program support the entire development cycle of a solution tailored to PCTE?

We are looking for an out-of-the-box solution that can be modified for the PCTE architecture.

2. What is the PoP and $ value of the anticipated program?

The Government has not established a PoP or anticipated value for this potential requirement. The information requested in the RFI will help shape these.

3. How is ATO granted for the required solution?

PCTE already has an Authority to Operate. New hardware systems or software integrated into the platform system will be added to the approved ATO.

4. Will you be hosting an industry day or one-on-one discussions concerning our RFI response?

Depends on industry innovative technology solutions submitted. We will evaluate and make a determination if a Cyber Innovation Challenge #6 is applicable and justified.

5. Can you tell me if these services are currently being performed by a contractor? If so, could you please provide the incumbent name as well as the contract number?

There is no contractor providing these services. The Government has awarded prototype agreements as a result of Cyber Innovation Challenges that include Cyber Range Development Software but there is currently no production system. As stated in the RFI, the purpose is to explore available solutions, capabilities and best practices related to the subject.

6. Is this RFI separate from CIC5?

Yes, this RFI is separate from CIC5.

7. Is the Army expecting RFI responses to address an existing contractor developed system or should respondents be describing a future platform to be developed under the resultant solicitation/award?

The Government has awarded prototype agreements as a result of Cyber Innovation Challenges that include Cyber Range Development Software but there is no existing contractor developed software system that is currently in production for PCTE Cyber Training Software. As stated in the RFI, the purpose is to explore available solutions, capabilities and best practices related to the subject. Responses are not limited to

Questions & Answers to PCTE Cyber Range Development Software Application Project any existing or to be developed software and can include any existing, developmental, combination, or other solutions that interested vendors believe may assist the Government.

8. Is there a page limit for the RFI response?

Answer: There is no page limit. It may be helpful to provide succinct answers in the body of the response supplemented with more detail in appendices.

9. Will there be a down-selection based on the submissions?

Answer: This is not a solicitation so there will be no down-selections made based on these RFI responses. The Government may follow-up to gain clarity or further detail.

10. May submissions address both off-the-shelf existing capabilities and those capabilities that the respondent anticipates developing in the near future?

Answer: Yes, responses can address both existing and future capabilities. If the latter is shared, it would be helpful to also provide a timeline estimate of when the new capability will be ready (e.g., "3 to 6 months", "18-24 months", etc.)