Public Key Infrastructure Modernization J&A
Overview
Buyer
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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 Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) has published a Justification & Approval (J&A) for a modification to an existing Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) Modernization task order. This modification, under contract HC1047-18-D-2004, task order HC102824F2000, aims to accelerate the deployment of a Post Quantum Cryptography (PQC) capable PKI solution by 2030 or earlier, addressing evolving quantum threats. The modification is being awarded on a sole-source basis to Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc. (BAH) due to their unique qualifications and integration with the existing platform.
Purpose & Scope
The primary purpose of this modification is to accelerate the transition from classical cryptography to quantum-resistant primitives within DISA's PKI. This involves developing and deploying a PQC-capable PKI solution, including migrating the existing platform from Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 7/8 to RHEL 10, which is the initial PQC-capable operating system. New PQC-compliant Certification Authority/Directory Server applications will also be deployed and integrated, requiring an accelerated timeline and unconventional deployment strategies.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Hybrid Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and Cost-Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF)
- Original Contract: HC1047-18-D-2004
- Task Order: HC102824F2000
- Original Awardee: Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc. (BAH), competitively awarded in March 2024.
- Original Life Cycle Value: $78,644,249 (including 35% surge capability).
- Funding: Fiscal Year (FY) 2026, FY2027, and FY2028 Research Development Test, and Evaluation and Defense Working Capital Funds.
- Duration: The original task order was for a one-year base period with four one-year option periods. Option Period 2 was exercised from March 27, 2026 – March 26, 2027, and the government expects to exercise all remaining option periods.
Set-Aside & Justification
This action is a sole-source modification to an existing contract. The justification cites BAH's unique expertise and integration with the Red Hat infrastructure as the sole qualified source for this accelerated PQC migration. The requirement is considered a logical follow-on to the existing contract, ensuring economy and efficiency.
Response Information
This is a Justification & Approval document for an existing contract modification and does not solicit proposals or offer submission details. Interested parties can contact Rachel Arentsen at rachel.l.arentsen.civ@mail.mil for further information.