Cybersecurity Support Services NOI to SS
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, specifically WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES (WHS), has issued a Special Notice as a Notice of Intent (NOI) to award a sole source, firm-fixed-price contract for Cybersecurity Support Services to the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) Information Management & Technology (IM&T) program. The government intends to award this contract to Starlo Innovation, LLC. under an 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8) set-aside. Interested parties may submit capability statements to challenge this sole source determination. Responses are due by April 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
Purpose & Overview
This notice serves as a Notice of Intent to award a non-competitive, sole source contract. It is explicitly stated that this is not a request for competitive proposals or quotations. The purpose is to inform the public of the government's intent to procure Cybersecurity Support Services from a specific vendor, Starlo Innovation, LLC., which the government considers the only responsible source capable of fulfilling the requirement.
Scope of Work
The requirement encompasses the provision of all necessary personnel, equipment, supplies, transportation, tools, materials, supervision, and other items and non-personnel services required to deliver comprehensive Cybersecurity Support Services for the DSCA IM&T program.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price
- Period of Performance: June 15, 2026, to September 14, 2026
- Option Period: One three-month option period, from September 15, 2026, to December 14, 2026
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8)
- Product Service Code: R499 (Other Professional Services)
- Place of Performance: Arlington, VA 22202, United States
Submission & Evaluation
Interested sources are encouraged to submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation demonstrating their unique ability to meet the stated requirements. The information received will be used solely to determine if a subsequent competitive procurement will be conducted. This notice does not constitute a solicitation, and the government will not be responsible for any costs incurred in preparing a response.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Response Due: Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET
- Published Date: April 28, 2026
- Primary Contact: Lorita H. Jackson (lorita.h.jackson.civ@mail.mil)
- Secondary Contact: Courtney Applewhite (courtney.s.applewhite.civ@mail.mil)
Additional Notes
Questions and responses regarding this Notice of Intent should be directed to the listed contacts by the specified deadline.