Request for Information (RFI) Commercial Solutions for Shared Classified Commercial Infrastructure Pilot Program

The Washington Headquarters Service (WHS) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for a Shared Classified Commercial Infrastructure Pilot Program, as mandated by Section 874 of the FY2025 National Defense Authorization Act. This special notice is specifically designed to gather industry insights about potential commercial solutions for expanding access to classified environments. The RFI is being conducted on behalf of the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security (OUSD(I&S)). It is important to note that this is an information-gathering exercise and does not constitute a formal solicitation or commitment to award a contract. The RFI seeks to explore ways to enhance small business and institutional access to classified facilities, reduce accreditation costs, and increase competition among non-traditional contractors.

Contractors interested in responding to this RFI must submit their responses by March 10, 2025, at 12:00 pm, with submissions limited to a maximum of 5 pages. No security clearance is required to participate, making the opportunity accessible to a broad range of potential providers. The RFI requests information across five technical capability areas and two accreditation consideration areas, including details about the responding company, proposed solutions, cost estimates, business models, and implementation plans. Respondents should be aware that any submitted information may be shared with government and non-government entities, and by submitting, they consent to potential disclosure of their materials. The government may conduct follow-up industry engagements based on the responses received. The primary point of contact for this RFI is Stevie A. Krekelberg, a Contracting Officer at WHS/AD, who will oversee the information collection process.