FDIC's Digicert Subscription Maintenance
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 Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has issued RFQ# CORHQ-26-Q-0128 for Digicert Subscription Maintenance. This solicitation seeks a firm-fixed-price contract for Digicert PKI Platform subscriptions and maintenance. Proposals are due by May 4, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST. This is not a Small-Business Set-Aside.
Scope of Work
The FDIC requires Digicert PKI Platform Subscription Maintenance, including various subscription types such as USERSEAT, SERVERSEAT, DEVICESEAT, ADDITIONAL PREMSUPP, and Certificate Management Seats. The requirement specifically includes an increase in new licenses for Line Item 10 from 1,000 to 1,250. The FDIC has stated they will not consider "or equal" solutions at this time.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance: July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027
- Set-Aside: None (Not a Small-Business Set-Aside)
- Eligibility: Offerors must be an Authorized Reseller/Partner of Digicert or the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). An active SAM.gov registration is required prior to award.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be divided into three separate volumes:
- Volume I – Pricing: Must use the amended Price Schedule (Attachment B1 - Price Schedule - Amended.xlsx), providing pricing for all required line items and most favorable discounts.
- Volume II – Additional Information
- Volume III – SCRM Information: Requires completion of Attachment J1 - Pre-Award SCRM Info - Example.xlsx, detailing manufacturer/supplier status and supply chain information.
Any Terms and Conditions, EULAs, or MSAs must be submitted with the quote. Proposals must be submitted electronically to the Contracting Officer. The FDIC will use a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method, assessing technical acceptability and pricing reasonableness.
Key Dates & Contact
- Offer Due Date: May 4, 2026, 12:00 PM EST (as extended by Amendment 0002)
- Contact: Diamond Toles (ditoles@fdic.gov, 571-213-4018)
Important Notes
Amendment 0002 updated the Price Schedule, increased Line Item 10 quantities, and extended the offer due date. Amendment 0001 addressed vendor questions and clarified that "or equal" solutions are not being considered. Bidders should review the Q&A Spreadsheet (Attachment L1) for clarifications.