FY26_RFI-ICN System Replacement
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
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), on behalf of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for the ICN System Replacement Initiative. This market research effort seeks industry feedback and operational solutions to design, develop, and deploy a next-generation replacement for the current ICE Communications Network (ICN). Responses are due February 2, 2026.
Scope of Work
The initiative aims to modernize ICE's mission-critical communications infrastructure. Key objectives include:
- Designing and deploying a resilient, scalable communications platform.
- Ensuring operational continuity and compliance with statutory mandates.
- Reducing the risk of communication disruptions during emergencies or system failures.
- Improving the dissemination of critical information to the ICE workforce.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Request for Information)
- Set-Aside: None specified (Market Research)
- Response Due: February 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST
- Published: January 22, 2026
- Location: Washington, DC
Evaluation
This RFI is for planning purposes only. The Government intends to select several respondents to provide live demonstrations of their operational capabilities, platforms, and data services. Feedback will inform future acquisition strategies and technical requirements.
Additional Notes
Interested parties must provide two components for their response:
- Microsoft Form: Complete the questionnaire at https://forms.office.com/g/ASiZWKBvLK.
- Written Submission: A maximum 10-page PDF or Word document (Times New Roman, 12-point font) including a one-page company overview with UEI and anticipated NAICS/PSC codes. Submissions should be sent to Tonya Fells (Tonya.T.Fells@ice.dhs.gov).