Request for Information_DDSv2_FINAL_10 NOV 2026.pdf

Capability Program Executive Intelligence & Spectrum Warfare (CPE ISW) / Project Manager Cyber Warfare (PM CW) / Product Manager Defensive Cyber Warfare (PdM

DCW)

Request for Information (RFI) For

Deployable Defensive Cyber Operations System Modular Version 2 (DDS-Mv2)

NOTICE ID: W56KGY-27-DDSMV2 - RFI

DEPARTMENT/AGENCY: Army Contracting Command – Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC-

APG)

OFFICE: W56KGY, Division C, Branch 4 on behalf of Deployable Defensive Cyber Operations System (DDS-M) team, Capability Program Executive for Intelligence & Spectrum Warfare – Project Manager Cyber Warfare (CPE ISW/PM CW)

GENERAL INFORMATION

• Contract Opportunity Type: Request for Information (RFI) (Original)

• All Dates/Times are: EASTERN STANDARD TIME, NEW YORK, USA

• Original Published Date: 10 NOV 2026

• Original Response Date: 24 NOV 2026 (4:00 PM EST)

• Inactive Policy: 14 days after response date

• Original Inactive Date: 25 NOV 2026

CLASSIFICATION

• Original Set Aside: N/A (Full and Open Market Research)

• Product Service Codes: 5810 (COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY EQUIPMENT AND

COMPONENTS)

• NAICS Codes: 423430 Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and

Software Merchant Wholesalers

• Place of Performance: N/A

DESCRIPTION

RFI Pursuant to Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul RFO FAR 15.101(c)

DISCLAIMER

This is a Request for Information (RFI) issued in accordance with RFO FAR 15.101(c).

1. The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this RFI or otherwise pay for the information requested.

2. Responses to this RFI will be treated as information only and shall not be construed as a proposal.

This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP), nor does it constitute a 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 from this announcement.

No funds will be made available to pay for the preparation of responses to this announcement. Any information submitted to this notice is strictly voluntary and will not be returned. Not responding to this notice does not preclude participation in future solicitations. If a solicitation is released, it will not be synopsized on the government-wide point of entry due to national security. Only vendors meeting the security requirements will be provided with additional information pertaining to this requirement.

1.0 INTENT

The purpose of this RFI is to identify sources capable of providing the Deployable Defensive Cyber Operations System Modular Version 2 (DDS-Mv2) as described in the attached Draft Statement of Work (SOW). The information provided in response to this RFI will be used to assess the current state of the market, refine technical requirements, and develop a potential future acquisition strategy. Responding to this RFI is voluntary, and the Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred by respondents.

The identified questions are to encourage competition and exchanges of information. Any voluntary response received will be reviewed to assist the Government in arriving at the most suitable approach. The Government is seeking responses to this RFI that describes vendors’ existing capabilities.

Small Business Participation: This RFI is issued on an unrestricted basis (Full and Open) to maximize industry responses. The Government highly encourages submissions from all business sizes and socioeconomic categories (e.g., Small Business, SDVOSB, 8(a), WOSB, HUBZone).

2.0 BACKGROUND

As detailed in the attached SOW, the DDS-Mv2 is a mobile, ruggedized compute-and-storage architecture designed to support Cyber Protection Teams (CPTs) in tactical and garrison environments. The system shall provide a high-throughput, open-architecture solution for network packet capture, processing, and storage, while being optimized for Size, Weight, Power, and Cooling (SWaP-C). The core objective is to procure, assemble, configure, test, and deliver complete DDS-Mv2 hardware and software integration kits, along with logistics, technical support, and warranty.

3.0 SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Vendors may only submit one (1) submission per CAGE code. Interested sources are requested to submit a response of no more than five (5) pages, written in Times New Roman font of 12-point size or larger. Responses must be in either Microsoft Word or character recognized and searchable Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF).

If your company has different business sectors which hold different CAGE codes, each sector may submit a response. In addition, each CAGE code must provide separate facility clearance documentation. If teaming, use the Prime Vendor's CAGE code in the response.

Submission of proprietary and other sensitive information must be marked and identified with disposition instructions.

The Government shall not be liable or suffer any consequential damage for any improperly identified proprietary information. Proprietary information will be safeguarded in accordance with the applicable Government regulations and requirements.

The information provided and received in response to this announcement is subject to the conditions set forth in RFO FAR 15.101(c)

RFI responses and any questions shall be submitted via email to the following:

• Questions and responses may be sent using either of the following methods:

o Emailed to:

kendall.d.ruff.civ@army.mil and kenneth.m.bergeron3.civ@army.mil o Sent via DOD Secure Access File Exchange (SAFE) (https://safe.apps.mil) to:

kendall.d.ruff.civ@army.mil and kenneth.m.bergeron3.civ@army.mil mailto:kendall.d.ruff.civ@army.mil

DO NOT SEND CLASSIFIED INFORMATION. All submissions and attachments to this RFI must be UNCLASSIFIED or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

The subject line of all emails sent in response to this RFI shall be " W56KGY-27- DDSMV2 - RFI". All emails shall identify respondents’ organization, point(s) of contact, and classification/caveats.

• Responses to this request shall be submitted via email and must be received no later than 4:00 pm, ET, 24 NOV 2026

The Government is not committed nor obligated to pay for the information provided, and no basis for claims against the Government shall arise from a response to this RFI.

Respondents to this RFI may be requested to provide additional information via secure methods which may include travel or access to secure locations.

REQUESTED INFORMATION

Interested parties shall provide a response of no more than five (5) pages that address all the following parts and items:

PART A: Administrative Information:

1. Company name

2. Mailing Address and Website

3. The Unique Entity ID (generated by SAM.gov) eff. (Effective date).

4. Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) Code

5. Indicate business size and socioeconomic status (e.g., Large Business, Small

Business, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), 8(a), etc.)

under NAICS 423430."

6. Location of facility(s)

7. Point(s) of Contacts name and contact information

8. Facility Security Officer (FSO) name and contact information

9. Confirmation of ability to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) at your facility.

10. SIPRNet/JWICS email address (if available)

PART B: Technical Capability

1. Overall Capability: Describe your company's experience and capability in providing integrated hardware solutions similar in scope and complexity to the DDS-Mv2.

Please provide examples of past projects and any experience integrating modular defense cyber systems within specialized transit enclosures (see DRAFT SOW table 3.1).

2. Component Sourcing & Integration: Describe your approach to sourcing and integrating the specific or equivalent components listed in SOW Table 3.1, "DDS- Mv2 Baseline Kit Configuration." Do you have established relationships with the specified Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) (e.g., Palo Alto, Mellanox/NVIDIA)?

3. System Assembly & Testing: Describe your facilities, processes, and quality controls for assembling, configuring, and testing ruggedized IT systems.

4. SWaP-C Optimization: The SOW specifies that the transit enclosure must conform to FAA carry-on dimensions. Describe your experience in designing and building systems that meet strict SWaP-C constraints while maximizing compute density.

5. Open & Automated Deployment: The SOW requires support for automation frameworks like Ansible and Terraform. Describe your company’s expertise in using these tools for system configuration and deployment.

Part C: Logistics and Support

1. Warranty & Lifecycle Support: Describe your standard commercial warranty offerings and your capability to meet the warranty, post-warranty advisory, and lifetime transit case warranty requirements outlined in SOW Section 4.1.

2. Logistics Support Plan (LSP): Describe your experience in developing and executing Logistics Support Plans, including managing Return Material Authorizations (RMAs) with a 10-day turnaround time and creating recommended spares lists.

3. Field Support: Describe your capability to provide the ancillary engineering, integration, and field support on an as-needed basis as described in SOW Section 4.2.

Part D: Feedback on Statement of Work

4. Clarity and Feasibility: Are there any requirements in the draft SOW that are unclear, ambiguous, or appear infeasible with current technology? Please provide specific section references and your rationale.

5. Period of Performance & Delivery: The SOW outlines a delivery milestone of 120 days after contract award (SOW Section 6.2). Is this timeline realistic given current supply chain conditions for the specified components? If not, what do you recommend as a realistic delivery schedule?

6. Innovative Solutions: Are there alternative technologies, components, or approaches that could meet the Government's objectives more effectively or efficiently than those specified? The Government is particularly interested in solutions that enhance performance, reduce SWaP-C, or lower lifecycle costs.