Selective Service System Website Modernization
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 Selective Service System (SSS) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought Notice for Website Modernization. This market research aims to identify qualified vendors capable of designing, developing, securing, hosting, and maintaining a modernized, scalable, and compliant website platform. Responses are due March 20, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
The SSS seeks to transition its current static website into a comprehensive, modern web application. This platform will serve as a centralized source for conscription registration, classification, and related information, supporting national operational demands. The solution must integrate with federal digital identity standards and provide a secure, user-friendly experience.
Key Requirements
- Cloud Infrastructure & Hosting: Fully managed AWS environment, multi-region architecture, VPC, WAF, VPN, automated deployment, security monitoring, data backups, and federal cybersecurity compliance.
- Website Platform: Support for WordPress or equivalent CMS, including security management and OS updates.
- Performance & Availability: 24/7/365 uptime, rapid scalability for emergency surges, and performance optimization.
- User Experience & Accessibility: Section 508 compliant, mobile-friendly, responsive design, and an AI-powered conversational interface.
- Development & Deployment: Staging environment mirroring production, automated workflows for registration/verification, and controlled cutover.
- Security, Compliance & Analytics: Adherence to federal cybersecurity, continuous security posture monitoring, and data tracking/analytics.
- Backend Portal/CMS: Secure, user-friendly portal for SSS personnel to manage content, integrate with federal identity standards, and support role-based access.
- Training & Documentation: Administrator and editor training, user guides, and ongoing support.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Anticipated NAICS: 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services)
- Place of Performance: CONUS
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage); RFI includes questions regarding potential small business set-asides.
- Response Due: March 20, 2026, 2:00 PM EST
- Published: March 9, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Interested vendors should submit a capability statement along with responses to the Government’s questions, not exceeding 30 pages. Responses are for market research and planning purposes only and do not constitute an RFP or RFQ. The government will not pay for response costs.
Contact Information
- Primary: Georgette Hendricksen (georgette.hendricksen@sss.gov, 571-699-4051)
- Secondary: Shimere Cooper (shimere.cooper@sss.gov, 703-605-4034)