NATO Request for Information: Governance, Risk, and Compliance Tool
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) for a Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tool. This RFI is for market research and planning purposes only, not a request for bids. Industry input is sought to inform future acquisition strategies. Responses are due by 29 May 2026, 12:00 Central European Time (CET).
Purpose & Scope
NCIA is conducting market research to identify qualified vendors and gather input on potential solutions for an upcoming acquisition of a COTS GRC tool. The objective is to ensure a clear understanding of the marketplace, available capabilities, and potential acquisition strategies. This RFI aims to refine requirements, improve performance outcomes, enhance competition, and identify any risks or concerns.
Industry Input Requested
NCIA invites companies from NATO member countries to provide:
- Relevant corporate capabilities and experience.
- Comments on draft requirements (Annexes A and B).
- Recommendations for improving performance outcomes, competition, and efficiency.
- Identification of any risks or concerns.
Submission Details
- Deadline: 29 May 2026, 12:00 CET.
- Format: PDF or Word document, maximum 15 pages (excluding cover page).
- Content: Must include responses to Annex A (Requested Information).
- Subject Line: "Response to RFI [RFI-07119-GRC] – [Company Name]".
- Contact: Esteban DIAZ at Esteban.Diaz@ncia.nato.int for questions or clarifications.
Important Notes
This RFI is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or an obligation to award a contract. Respondents are responsible for all costs incurred in preparing and submitting their responses. The NCIA reference for this RFI is RFI-07119-GRC. Set-aside: None specified (Eligibility limited to companies from NATO member countries).