Case Development Modernization

The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), operating under the Department of Defense Washington Headquarters Service, is seeking to procure modernized case development software to replace its 27-year-old Defense Security Assistance Management System (DSAMS). The procurement focuses on developing a cloud-native Case Development Modernization (CDM) platform that will streamline the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) process, enhance transparency, reduce delivery timelines, and ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards including Zero Trust architecture and NIST requirements. Key qualifications include SECRET-level facility clearance capability, integration with over 20 DoD systems, implementation of SAFe Agile and DevSecOps methodologies, and compliance with federal regulations including the Arms Export Control Act, Foreign Assistance Act, and National Defense Authorization Act. This is a Sources Sought Notice conducted for market research purposes; the government does not intend to award a contract based on responses but rather to inform acquisition strategy and planning. Contractors interested in responding must submit capability statements not exceeding 20 pages by February 19, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to whs.ncr.ad.mbx.dsca-group@mail.mil, addressing technical approach, modernization strategies, analytics capabilities, cloud hosting architecture, AI integration, compliance frameworks, and cost estimates.

The procurement carries no set-aside designation and welcomes responses from all interested sources, including small business concerns designated as 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, and EDWOSB. The estimated contract value ranges from $7 million to $9 million with an anticipated award date of May 31, 2026, and an approved FY26 funding level of $5 million. The period of performance spans five years, consisting of one base year (31 May 2026 - 30 May 2027) and four optional 12-month renewal periods extending through 30 May 2031. Work will be performed at both contractor and government facilities within and outside the National Capital Region, with all assigned personnel required to hold temporary or final SECRET security clearance and be U.S. citizens. The NAICS code is 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services) and the Product Service Code is DA01 (IT and Telecom - Business Application/Application Development Support Services).