F-35 JPO Unclassified IT Industry Day
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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 F-35 Lightning II Joint Program Office (JPO) is hosting an Unclassified IT Industry Day on June 11, 2026, at Fort Belvoir, VA, with virtual attendance options. This event aims to discuss upcoming requirements for Information Technology (IT) and Information Assurance (IA)/Cybersecurity Services (CS).
Purpose of Industry Day
This forum facilitates transparent communication and collaboration between the Government and industry partners. It offers vendors an opportunity to understand the F-35 JPO's procurement needs, ask clarifying questions, and network with Government officials and potential partners. Industry feedback will help refine the JPO's requirements.
Scope of Requirement
The F-35 JPO requires comprehensive IT and IA/CS support for its Joint Virtual Enterprise (JVE) network and standalone workstations. This support is crucial for mission effectiveness and F-35 fielding. Services include, but are not limited to:
- Program Management
- Enterprise Performance Management
- Enterprise Architecture
- Emerging Capabilities and Requirements Implementation
- Life Cycle Management
- Operations & Maintenance
- Enterprise Data Management and Storage
- Service Desk Support
- IT Training
- End-User Capabilities and Support
- Cybersecurity Incident Response The Draft PWS provides further details on these services.
Contract Details
The anticipated Request for Proposal (RFP) will be released under NAICS 541513, Computer Facility Management Services, with a size standard of $34.0 Million. The resultant contract is expected to be a base year plus four option years.
Key Dates & Participation
- Industry Day: June 11, 2026, at 10300 Taylor Rd. Bldg 1200, Ft. Belvoir Ball Room.
- Virtual Attendance Link:
https://dod.teams.microsoft.us/l/meetup-join/19%3adod%3ameeting_682b5f5824f94dacaab2a03c2a6a452d%40thread.v2/0?context=%7B%22Tid%22%3A%22260df30e-4a8a-4b23-83f5-70f910ca0969%22%2C%22Oid%22%3A%22b61f9477-ae83-4ef0-854e-1b743ce8ecff%22%2C%22IsBroadcastMeeting%22%3Atrue%2C%22role%22%3A%22a%22%7D&btype=a&role=a - Virtual Registration Close: June 8, 2026, 5:00 P.M EST.
- Q&A Period: June 12 - June 25, 2026.
- Final Questions Due: June 25, 2026, 5:00 P.M. EST, to Ms. Jasmine Griffith (
jasmine.griffith@jsf.mil) and Mr. John Meyers (john.meyers@jsf.mil). - Pre-vetting for Fort Belvoir Access: Required for non-DoD CAC/Military ID holders. Submit Excel spreadsheet with identification details no later than May 26, 2026, to
jasmine.griffith@jsf.mil. Instructions are available in the "Pre-Vet Instructions.docx" document.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Contract Specialists Tom Baldauff (Thomas.Baldauff@jsf.mil) or Jasmine Griffith (jasmine.griffith@jsf.mil), and Procurement Contracting Officer John Meyers (John.Meyers@jsf.mil). RSVP and submit questions via https://www.jsf.mil/industry-day.