NATO Request for Information: NISRF GIS Data Management Service
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) to identify qualified vendors and gather input for a Geographic Information System (GIS) data management service to support the NATO Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance Force (NISRF). This RFI aims to inform NCIA's acquisition planning and refine requirements for a potential future solicitation. Responses are due by 30 April 2026.
Scope of Work
The RFI outlines the scope of the NISRF GIS data management service, which includes developing ArcGIS tools, managing databases and services, creating maps, and advising NISRF staff. The envisaged contractual relationship includes performance requirements (working hours, reporting, meetings) and deliverables such as a database security matrix, data dictionary, incident log, and configuration management report. A 3-year period of performance is anticipated, and a mandatory NATO Secret security clearance will be required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) - This is for planning purposes only and is not a solicitation.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: 30 April 2026, 12:00 hours Central European Time (CET).
- Published: 06 April 2026.
Areas for Response
Industry is requested to provide feedback across several areas:
- Annex A (Requested Information): Company details, technical capabilities, past performance, feedback on draft requirements (Annex B), responses to RFI questions (Annex C), proposed innovations, Rough Order Magnitude (ROM), and identified risks.
- Annex B (High-Level Summary of Requirements): Provides details on the service scope, contractual relationship, performance, deliverables, purchaser furnished equipment, and security clearance.
- Annex C (RFI Questions): Specific questions on Annex B comments, service delivery, past experience in regulated environments, security controls, subcontractor approach, and costing models.
Additional Notes
Only companies from NATO member countries are eligible to participate. Responses should be submitted in PDF or Word format, maximum 10 pages, with a specific subject line. This RFI does not guarantee a future solicitation or contract award.