Area of Interest for Case Development Modernization (CDM)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Defense (DoD), specifically Washington Headquarters Services (WHS), has issued an Area of Interest (AOI) for a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) focused on Case Development Modernization (CDM). This initiative aims to modernize the Defense Security Assistance Management System (DSAMS) Case Lifecycle, which is critical for Foreign Military Sales (FMS). The goal is to streamline the FMS case development process, enhance transparency, reduce delivery timelines, and ensure compliance with cybersecurity, accessibility, and Zero Trust standards. White Papers are due by April 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
The CDM initiative requires the development of a modernized Case Lifecycle system to replace legacy functions, reduce technical debt, and improve scalability, data transparency, and efficiency. The new system must adhere to stringent compliance requirements including cybersecurity (Zero Trust), accessibility (508), FISCAM Audit, and applicable STIGs. Development should follow SAFe Agile and DevSecOps methodologies. Key activities include defining requirements, backlog management, developing solution architectures (potentially leveraging AI), creating web-applications and APIs, modern data architecture, establishing CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing. The solution must also integrate task management and document repository capabilities.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Area of Interest (AOI) for a Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO)
- Set-Aside: None specified (open competition under CSO eligibility conditions)
- White Papers Due: April 2, 2026, 4:00 PM ET
- Questions Due: March 25, 2026, 4:00 PM ET
- Published: March 20, 2026
- Work Location: Contractor and Government Facilities
- Foreign Participation: Considered for subcontractors or teaming partners, excluding Countries of Concern.
Evaluation & Submission
Submissions must adhere to CSO procedures and the specific instructions outlined in this AOI. Participants must meet the technical attributes described and satisfy at least one of the eligibility conditions detailed in CSO HQ0034259WHSCSO Section I.e. Eligibility. Acceptance of solutions not submitted in accordance with instructions is at the sole discretion of the WHS/AD Agreements Officer.
Points of Contact
- Contracting: Mary Beth McFann (mary.b.mcfann.civ@mail.mil)
- Technical: Bianca Bostic (bianca.d.bostic.civ@mail.mil)