RFI_Managed_Attribution_Secure_Browsing.docx
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This is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by the Department of State's Office of Policy, Planning, and Resources for Public Diplomacy (R/PPR) regarding managed attribution and secure web browsing solutions. The RFI, numbered 19AQMM26NMASB, seeks information from qualified technology providers on solutions that enable secure web browsing to protect departmental IT infrastructure while conducting open-source research without exposing networks to malicious cyber activity. All proposed solutions must be FedRamp compliant. The Department is specifically interested in capabilities including secure internet browsing with protection against cyber threats, management of online signatures and identities to prevent targeting by malicious actors, ability to access global internet securely and anonymously using region-native online signatures, and audit functionality to ensure policy and legal compliance. Solutions must also include robust data encryption in transit and at rest, comprehensive audit logs, compliance reporting support, user-friendly interfaces, training materials, implementation support, and industry-standard technical support availability.
Respondents must submit written responses through a Microsoft Forms link (https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/Vuvh7e3Z8W) that include company overviews and relevant experience, detailed solution descriptions addressing desired capabilities, implementation approaches with training and support details, case studies or references from similar projects, estimated implementation timelines, and any additional recommendations or innovative features. This RFI is issued for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract. The Department will not reimburse respondents for costs incurred in preparing responses, and no submission deadline is specified in the RFI document.
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Department of State 19AQMM26NMASB Request for Information
Request for Information (RFI) Office of Policy, Planning and Resources for Public Diplomacy Managed Attribution Platform for Secure Browsing
1. Introduction The Office of Policy, Planning, and Resources for Public Diplomacy (R/PPR) is seeking information from qualified technology providers regarding solutions for secure web browsing that protect IT infrastructure and manages online signatures. The Department is interested in solutions that enhance our ability to access information sources and websites in the course of open-source research without exposing our networks to malicious cyber activity, and while ensuring compliance with all applicable statutes and regulations. Must be FedRamp compliant.
2. Purpose This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes. It does not constitute a solicitation or a promise to issue a solicitation in the future. Responses to this RFI will assist the Department in understanding available technologies, industry capabilities, and best practices for implementing an open-source digital analytics solution that meets the Department’s needs.
3. Desired Capabilities Respondents are requested to provide information on solutions that address the following requirements:
A. Managed Attribution and Secure Web Browsing
· Ability to securely browse the public internet, while protecting Department IT infrastructure against malicious cyber threats.
· Ability to manage online signature and identity to avoid targeting by malicious actors.
· Ability to access the full global internet securely and anonymously using online signatures native to the region.
· Ability to audit user activity to ensure compliance with policies and legal regulations.
D. Security and Compliance
· Robust data encryption in transit and at rest.
· Maintenance of comprehensive audit logs and support for compliance reporting.
E. User Experience and Support
· Intuitive, user-friendly interface for client.
· Availability of training materials and user support during and after implementation.
· System availability and technical support in line with industry best practices.
4. Response Instructions Interested parties are requested to submit a written response that includes the following:
· A brief overview of the company and relevant experience with managed attribution and secure web browsing solutions.
· A description of the proposed solution and how it meets the desired capabilities outlined above.
· Details on implementation approach, training, and support services.
· Case studies or references from similar projects, if available.
· Estimated timelines for implementation.
· Any additional information, recommendations, or innovative features that may benefit the Department.
5. Submission Details.
Interested Respondents must submit their answers in the forms link here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/Vuvh7e3Z8W
6. Disclaimer This RFI is for informational purposes only and does not obligate the Department to issue a solicitation or award a contract. The Department will not reimburse respondents for any costs incurred in preparing or submitting a response to this RFI.
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