DHS Network Operations Security Center (NOSC) Network, Cloud, and Cyber Services (NCCS) 2.0 Industry Day

SOL #: FY26RTAC_NCCS_2_0_Industry_DaySpecial Notice

Overview

Buyer

Homeland Security

Office Of Procurement Operations

INFO TECH ACQ CENTER

WASHINGTON, DC, 20528, United States

Place of Performance

Springfield, VA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

Support Services For Physical And Wireless Networks Connecting Equipment Within The Core Data Centers And Work Areas, Connecting End Users To The Organization's Broader Networks, As Well As Wide Area Network Equipment, Hardware And Software Directly Connecting Into Data Centers, Offices And Third Parties. Support Services Which Enable Or Distribute Voice Services Through On Premise Equipment Including Pbx, Vo Ip, Voicemail And Handsets. Also Provides Support For Transport Services For Data And Voice Network Circuits And Associated Access Facilities And Services; Includes Dedicated And Virtual Data Networks And Internet Access. Support Services For External (Outside Plant) Physical Communications Infrastructure Connecting To Lan/Wan End Points. Mobile Infrastructure Support Such As Cabled Communication Network, Cellular Towers, Repeaters, Switching Systems Dedicated For Cellular Communication (DG01)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/67dcba3c0b094e4f9fb38926f81d74d2/view

Timeline

Posted

May 1, 2026

Last Updated

Jun 1, 2026

Action Date

May 14, 2026, 8:00 PM

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 Homeland Security (DHS) has published materials from its Network Operations Security Center (NOSC) Network, Cloud, and Cyber Services (NCCS) 2.0 Industry Day, held on May 19, 2026. This Special Notice provides critical details on the upcoming procurement for comprehensive network, cloud, and cybersecurity services, including leveraging Agentic AI. The Industry Day slides outline the scope, acquisition strategy, and key timeline for this significant single-award IDIQ opportunity.

Opportunity Overview

This notice provides access to the Industry Day slides, recording, and attendee list for the DHS NOSC NCCS 2.0 initiative. The procurement aims to acquire program management, systems engineering, technical assistance, operations and maintenance, and professional support services for DHS's Wide Area Network (WAN) and Homeland Security Enterprise Network (HSEN). The objective is to evolve the DHS NOSC into a best-in-class service node and central IT Service Management hub for network infrastructure, cloud platforms, systems, applications, and cybersecurity services across various classification levels.

Scope of Work

Key tasks include:

Contract Management
Capability Delivery and Improvement (including Agentic AI integration)
Network, Cloud, and Cybersecurity Event/Incident Management and Response
HSEN Network Infrastructure Operations and Maintenance
Field Engineering
Other Cybersecurity Services (including Zero Trust)
Surge Support

Contract Details & Timeline

Contract Type: Single-award IDIQ with a hybrid Firm Fixed-Price (FFP), Labor Hour (LH), and Time & Materials (T&M) structure.
Set-Aside: None specified.
Security Requirements: A Top Secret clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) is required. An active Top Secret Facility Clearance (FCL) is a Phase I pass/fail requirement.
Acquisition Strategy: A phased solicitation process will be used:
- Phase I: Focus on Facility Clearance (down-select).
- Phase II: Evaluation of Prior Experience, Staffing/Management Approach, and Price.
Key Dates:
- Q&A Posting: May 28, 2026
- Draft Solicitation: Early June 2026
- Final Solicitation: Late June 2026
- Phase I Responses Due: Mid-July 2026
- Contract Award: Mid-to-Late September 2026