DISA/DITCO Critical Infrastructure Protection Symposium 2025

The Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) issued a Special Notice on February 19, 2025, regarding the 2025 Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Symposium. The notice, specifically from the DISA/DITCO (Defense Information Technology Contracting Office), announces the cancellation of the planned symposium. The cancellation was formally communicated through an official letter dated January 28, 2024, signed by Commander JARED W. SNAWDER and Chief of Contracting Office PAIGE V. HEIMANN. The symposium was originally planned as an engagement event for Mission Partners and Industry Vendors focusing on critical infrastructure protection. Two points of contact were provided for further inquiries: CPT Michael E. Houman from DISA Bahrain Field Office and Mr. Josefino T. Mascarenas from DITCO Europe.

Despite the symposium's cancellation, DISA has committed to continuing stakeholder engagement through existing Mission Partner and Industry Vendor Engagement channels. The Special Notice was categorized under the Wired Telecommunications Carriers (NAICS 517111) and IT and Telecom - Network: Satellite Communications and Telecom Access Services (PSC DG11) categories. No specific set-aside was indicated for potential contractors, suggesting broad eligibility. The original due date for responses was March 15, 2025, though the cancellation effectively nullifies any submission requirements. The agency did not provide details about rescheduling the symposium or alternative engagement methods beyond their statement of continuing existing interaction platforms. Contractors and industry partners interested in critical infrastructure protection are advised to maintain communication with the provided contact points for potential future opportunities.