SD Elements or Alternatives - Request for Information
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 Department of the Air Force, specifically the AFLCMC HNCK C3IN office, is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought for SD Elements or alternative software solutions. This RFI is for market research and planning purposes only, not a solicitation. The primary goal is to identify potential alternative software solutions for 'SD Elements'. Responses are due by February 19, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.
Purpose & Scope
This RFI seeks information on software solutions that can replace or complement 'SD Elements'. The Air Force Lifecycle Management Center (AFLCMC), Cryptologic and Cyber Systems Division (CCSD), is gathering data to understand industry capabilities. Vendors are required to complete a detailed Requirements Capability Sheet (Excel), focusing on alternative software data across all three tabs. This includes providing company and contact information, answering detailed RFI questions, and outlining how their solution meets specific technical requirements.
Key Requirements & Capabilities Sought
The RFI specifically asks for information on alternative software solutions that offer:
- Threat modeling capabilities for software applications.
- Customizable survey features for threat modeling.
- Mapping of countermeasures to NIST 800-53 and 800-171.
- Automated countermeasure responses via integrations (e.g., SAST, SonarQube, Fortify).
- Deployment on Kubernetes via Helm chart.
- Application separation into projects with Role-Based Access Control (RBAC).
- SSO integration (OIDC/SAML).
- Threat identification and modeling throughout the SDLC.
- Visual representation of attack vectors and security risks.
- Dynamic threat analysis as architecture evolves.
- Integration with the DevSecOps lifecycle.
Vendors should also address similarities/differences to 'SD Elements', how alternatives meet specific requirements (feature restrictions, scalability, support), core features (log aggregation, visualization, monitoring), operational/security/compliance needs, estimated transition/training costs, pricing plans, and willingness for multi-year contracts.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: February 19, 2026, 5:00 PM EST
- Published Date: February 5, 2026
- Place of Performance: San Antonio, TX (78205)
Submission Instructions
Interested vendors must submit all responses using the attached RFI_SD Elements_FY26.xlsx Excel sheet to the points of contact listed in the opportunity. Ensure all tabs in the Excel file are completed.
Additional Notes
This RFI is for market research and planning purposes only. It does not constitute a solicitation, and the Government will not award a contract or pay for information received. The information gathered will inform future acquisition strategies for the Air Force.