NATO Request for Information: SD-WAN - Requirements for Dynamic Overlay and Multi-Bearer Connectivity on NATO Deployable CIS (DCIS) Transport Network
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) is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) for SD-WAN solutions. This RFI seeks industry input on existing SD-WAN technologies, including functional and technical specifications, integration with NATO's Deployable CIS (DCIS) infrastructure, military-grade requirements, and innovative features for operational resilience, security, and performance. Responses are due February 15, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
The primary goal of this RFI is to 'test the market' to:
- Identify relevant existing technologies and products that could form the basis for suitable SD-WAN solutions integrated with NATO DCIS infrastructure.
- Identify a development strategy.
- Evaluate potential solutions, which may include adopting an existing in-service solution, acquiring a solution from industry, or a combination thereof.
This RFI is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a commitment to issue a future Request for Proposal (RFP) or a formal request for submissions as part of an active procurement. It aims to determine potential solutions for future procurements and system requirements development.
Key Information
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice / Request for Information (RFI)
- Reference Number: MS-424320-SD-WAN
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: February 15, 2026, 12:00 hours CET
- Published: January 27, 2026
Additional Notes
The RFI document, MS-424320-SD-WAN, will not be published on the internet. To request a copy, interested parties must contact the Department of Commerce. All correspondence concerning this matter should reference the RFI number MS-424320-SD-WAN.