Cybersecurity Support Services for Offutt AFB Defense Red Switch Network (DRSN)

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial services, prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6. It serves as the only solicitation, and quotes are being requested. The government is procuring cybersecurity support services for the Offutt AFB Defense Red Switch Network (DRSN) and other Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) systems. The objective is to ensure Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements are met, Authority to Operate (ATO) is maintained, security documentation is up-to-date, and supported units have reliable cybersecurity expertise. This is a 100 percent small business set-aside under NAICS Code 541513.

• Provide high-quality, cost-effective, dedicated cybersecurity support.

• Ensure RMF requirements are met and ATO is maintained.

• Keep security-related documentation up-to-date.

• Provide Cybersecurity Specialist and Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) support.

• Maintain Offutt DRSN accreditation.

• Assist in configuration management process reviews.

• Update DRSN RMF Body of Evidence requirements.

• Support DRSN external entity audits and inspections.

• See Attachment 01 – Performance Work Statement for full scope.

• Contract type: Not explicitly stated, but implied to be a firm-fixed-price contract based on pricing structure.

• Period of Performance: Includes a base period and five option periods, extending through August 2031.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Questions Due: 2 February 2026, 4:00 PM CST. Answers available by 10 February 2026, 9:00 AM CST on SAM.gov.

• Offers Due: 17 February 2026, 1:00 PM CST.

• Submission Method: Email to dominick.bogier@us.af.mil and tyler.imhoff.1@us.af.mil. Include Notice ID FA460026Q0012 in the subject line.

• Offeror Response Components:

  1. Price Quotation (for entire Line-Item)
  2. Technical Capability (max 6 pages, detailing how requirements will be met)
  3. Fill-In Clauses/Provisions

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Offerors will be evaluated for technical acceptability and ranked by total evaluated price. Award will be made to the lowest priced technically acceptable offeror.

• 100 percent small business set-aside.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov.

• A written solicitation will not be issued.

• Quotes must be valid for 60 calendar days after submission.

• Offerors are responsible for verifying receipt of their quotes.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis and solicitation for cybersecurity support services for the Offutt AFB Defense Red Switch Network (DRSN) and other Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) systems. The objective is to ensure Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements are met, Authority to Operate (ATO) is granted and remains valid, and all security-related documentation is up-to-date. The contractor will provide cybersecurity support to the 55th Contracting Squadron (SCS) for its DRSN and NC3 systems.

• Cybersecurity support for Offutt AFB's DRSN and NC3 systems.

• Ensure RMF requirements are met and ATO is maintained.

• Maintain up-to-date security documentation.

• Provide Cybersecurity Specialist and Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) support.

• Assist in configuration management process reviews.

• Update DRSN RMF Body of Evidence requirements.

• Support DRSN external entity audits and inspections.

• Refer to Attachment 01 – Performance Work Statement for full scope.

• Contract Type: Not explicitly stated, but implied to be a fixed-price contract based on pricing structure.

• Period of Performance: Base period (01 Mar 2026 to 28 Feb 2027) with multiple option periods extending through 31 Aug 2031.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Proposal or quote submission instructions: Submit completed solicitation, filled-in provisions, price quotation, technical capability (max 6 pages), and fill-in clauses/provisions.

• Evaluation criteria or factors: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Offers will be evaluated for technical acceptability and then ranked by price. The award will be made to the lowest-priced technically acceptable offer.

• Key deadlines or milestones:

  • Questions Due: 2 February 2026, 4:00 PM CST
  • Answers Available: 10 February 2026, 9:00 AM CST
  • Offers Due: 16 February 2026, 1:00 PM CST

• This solicitation is a 100 percent small business set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 541513 – Computer Facilities Management Services.

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; written solicitations will not be issued.

• Quotes must be valid for 60 calendar days after submission due date.

• Offers and questions should be sent to SSgt Dominick Bogier (dominick.bogier@us.af.mil) and Contracting Officer Tyler Imhoff (tyler.imhoff.1@us.af.mil).

• Notice ID: FA460026Q0012 must be included in the subject line of emails.

Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This PWS outlines requirements for providing high-quality, cost-effective, dedicated cybersecurity support to the 55th Strategic Communications Squadron (55 SCS) for its Defense Red Switch Network (DRSN) and Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) systems. The primary goal is to ensure Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements are met, Authorization to Operate (ATO) is granted and maintained, and all security-related documentation is kept current.

The contractor will provide cybersecurity support, including Information System Security Officer (ISSO) services, for several key systems:

• Global Aircrew Strategic Network Terminal (G-ASNT): Support for the ground portion of the G-ASNT system, including RMF package development for ATO, technical solution development, problem resolution, and advising on security posture for NC3 mission systems.

• Non-hardened Aircrew Alerting System (NAAS) – Klaxon: Cybersecurity support for the NAAS Klaxon system, including RMF package development, ATO maintenance, technical solution development, and advising on security posture.

• Other 55 SCS Cybersecurity Support: Providing subject matter expertise for DRSN Operations & Maintenance (O&M) and mission partners, assisting in defining security requirements, developing technical solutions, and solving technical problems.

• DRSN Cybersecurity Support: Establishing and maintaining the ATO for Offutt DRSN and related subsystems, including assessing weaknesses, recommending corrective actions, processing and validating RMF documentation, and managing configuration.

• Personnel Management: Contractor personnel must be appropriately skilled, credentialed, and supervised. A Program Manager (PM) will oversee operations.

• Training: Personnel must be fully trained and qualified. A training plan must be developed and approved. Specific training includes security, network user, mission-focused, and potentially specialized training for systems like DSS-2A.

• Security: Strict adherence to security requirements, including installation access, physical security, facility and personnel security clearances (Top Secret/SCI required for all personnel), and information security (INFOSEC) protocols. This includes handling classified material and destruction procedures.

• Quality Assurance: A Quality Assurance Plan must be submitted, and performance will be evaluated under a Government Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP).

• Reporting: Monthly Status Reports (MSR) are required, along with other documentation as specified.

The contract period includes one base year and five option years, extending from March 1, 2026, to August 31, 2031.

The Government will provide facilities, government property (equipment), utilities, mail distribution, telephone services, computer access (NIPRNet, SIPRNet, JWICS), forms, publications, refuse collection, insect/rodent control, security police, base civil engineering, emergency medical services, and potentially transportation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Wage Determination" issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations under the Service Contract Act for contracts performed in specific areas of Iowa and Nebraska. Bidders must use this document to ensure compliance with labor wage requirements for covered service contracts.

• Geographic Scope: Iowa Counties of Harrison, Mills, Pottawattamie; Nebraska Counties of Cass, Douglas, Sarpy, Saunders, Washington.
• Occupational Listings: Provides a comprehensive list of job titles, corresponding occupation codes, and minimum hourly wage rates.
• Fringe Benefits: Indicates that fringe benefits are required and follow the occupational listing. Specific fringe benefit rates are detailed later in the document.
• Executive Orders: Notes the applicability of Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (Minimum Wage) for federal contractors, outlining requirements and minimum pay rates for 2025.
• Vacation and Holidays: Details paid vacation accrual based on years of service and lists a minimum of eleven paid holidays per year.
• Hazardous Pay Differential: Specifies an 8% differential for high-hazard work involving ordnance/explosives and a 4% differential for lower-hazard work.
• Uniform Allowance: Outlines requirements for providing or reimbursing uniform costs and maintenance.
• Conformance Process: Explains the procedure for requesting additional classifications and wage rates if an occupation is not listed.

This wage determination is critical for bidders to accurately calculate labor costs for their proposals. It dictates the minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to employees performing contract work in the specified geographic areas. Failure to comply with these wage and benefit requirements can lead to contract non-compliance and penalties. Bidders must ensure their proposed labor rates meet or exceed these minimums.