Defense Procurement Network

The Defense Human Resources Activity (DHRA) is seeking a commercial off-the-shelf software application to support the Defense Procurement Network (DPN), a business-matching and event-management platform designed to connect DHRA program offices with small businesses nationwide. The primary deliverables include a fully customizable, web-based platform with 24/7 chat support, event tracking, analytics, reporting capabilities, and automated workflows, along with comprehensive event and training services throughout the fiscal year. Key requirements mandate that the contractor maintain active FedRAMP authorization, provide administrative, buyers', and supplier consoles with NAICS/SIC-based matching capabilities, deliver Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 compliant digital products, and deploy mobile access with SMS and bar code technology support. Qualified contractors must demonstrate successful completion of instructional design and training development for at least five federal agencies within the past five years, including a minimum of two Department of Defense or Department of Homeland Security components, and provide evidence of prior event management experience supporting federal, state, and local governments. The pre-solicitation notice was posted on March 10, 2026, with a sources sought deadline of March 24, 2026, and interested vendors must submit a capability statement limited to twelve pages through the System for Award Management (SAM).

This procurement is designated as a Competitive 8(a) set-aside, limiting competition to small businesses certified under the Small Business Administration's 8(a) Business Development Program. The contract does not currently identify any incumbent contractors or known award value ranges. The NAICS category is 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services) with a size standard of $34 million. Required key personnel include a Project Manager holding a degree in higher education with a minimum of ten years of federal government training and event management experience, IT Program Support personnel, and at least two Event/Training Support representatives, with all work to be performed at the contractor's location via virtual communication except for designated in-person events. Prospective bidders should direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Tameka Laws (tameka.j.laws.civ@mail.mil) or Contracting Officer Matthew Poole (matthew.c.poole.civ@mail.mil), and all responses must be submitted electronically by the deadline established in SAM.