RFI for Cybersecurity Support Services
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 U.S. Senate Office of the Sergeant at Arms (SAA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for Cybersecurity Support Services. This RFI is solely for market research to determine industry capabilities for comprehensive cybersecurity services, aiming to bolster the SAA's security posture and address cyber threats. This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) and does not commit the SAA to any contract. Responses are due by May 05, 2026, 1:00 PM EST.
Scope of Interest
Respondents are requested to provide detailed, non-proprietary information on:
- Core Cybersecurity Services: Including managed security services, threat intelligence, risk/vulnerability/penetration testing, compliance audits, cyber threat hunting, Security Operations Center (SOC) as a service, incident response, Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation, training, supply chain risk management, and cybersecurity architecture.
- Alignment with Federal Standards: How services meet standards like FedRAMP, CMMC, and NIST.
- Scalability: Examples of supporting large-scale federal deployments (e.g., 50,000+ users).
- Emerging Technologies: Capabilities in AI/ML for threat analysis, zero-trust implementation, cloud security (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), and quantum-resistant encryption.
- Implementation and Support: Estimated timelines/costs, training programs, service effectiveness metrics, and compliance with data sovereignty/privacy requirements.
- Challenges and Recommendations: Identifying potential challenges and suggesting ways to streamline procurement or foster innovation.
- Company Information: Overview of the organization, relevant certifications, and past performance.
Personnel are required to maintain a minimum Secret clearance, and preferred platforms should integrate with ServiceNow.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Information (RFI) / Special Notice
- Purpose: Market research only; does not constitute an RFP or commitment to contract.
- Set-Aside: Not applicable for this RFI.
- Response Due: May 05, 2026, 1:00 PM EST.
- Published: April 21, 2026.
Submission Details
- Method: Electronically via email only to acquisitions@saa.senate.gov.
- Email Subject: "RFI #2026-S-063 Cybersecurity Support".
- Format: Maximum 15 pages (excluding cover page and appendices). Responses should be concise and include supporting data, case studies, or white papers. Proprietary information must be clearly marked.
- Costs: All costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at the interested party’s expense.
Additional Notes
This RFI is for information and planning purposes only. The SAA will not accept unsolicited proposals. Potential contractors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for possible future solicitations pertaining to this requirement.
- Contact: Mashonda Walston, Senior Procurement and Contracting Specialist (mashonda_walston@saa.senate.gov).