NATO Request for Information: Design and Implementation of Centralized Encrypted Traffic Interception System
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 NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI), reference RFI-424365-CETIS, to gather input on potential Encrypted Traffic Interception (ETI) solutions. This RFI is for market research and planning purposes only, not a request for bids, to support an upcoming acquisition. Responses are due by 12:00 hours Central European Time (CET) on 08 July 2026.
Purpose & Scope
NCIA seeks to identify qualified vendors and understand the marketplace for state-of-the-art ETI solutions, primarily Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) products, solutions, and/or services. The objective is to inform NCIA's acquisition planning, refine requirements (Annex A), identify available capabilities, and shape future acquisition strategies.
Feedback Requested
Interested industry partners are invited to:
- Share relevant corporate capabilities and experience.
- Review and comment on draft requirements (Annex A) to recommend improvements for performance, competition, and efficiency.
- Identify any risks or concerns for consideration during planning.
Submission Details
- Deadline: 08 July 2026, 12:00 hours CET.
- Format: PDF or Word document, not exceeding 15 pages (excluding cover page, brochures, and optional past performance references).
- Submission Method: Via email to
RFP-CO-424365-CETIS@ncia.nato.int. - Subject Line: "Response to RFI [424365] – [Company Name]".
- Eligibility: Only companies from NATO member countries can participate.
Key Areas of Interest (Annex A)
Respondents should provide detailed information on:
- Company Information (Legal Name, Address, Website, POC, Email).
- Technical Capability (Summary of relevant capabilities and past performance).
- Feedback and Recommendations (Responses to specific RFI questions).
- Requested Technical Support (covering areas like Solution Overview, Product Features, Data Collection/Processing/Storage, Threat Intelligence, Policy Management, System Integration, Tool Security, Management, Support/Maintenance, Cost/Licensing, and Roadmap).
Important Notes
This RFI does not constitute a solicitation or an obligation to award a contract. Respondents are responsible for all incurred costs. NCIA will treat responses as confidential commercial information and reserves the right to cancel this market survey at any time.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Request for Information)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: 08 July 2026, 12:00 CET
- Published: 22 June 2026