Special Notice – Army ICAM Industry Working Day 2026
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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Set Aside
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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 Army is hosting an Army ICAM Industry Working Day on May 8, 2026, at MITRE's McLean, VA campus. This in-person event aims to foster information sharing between Government and industry partners on emerging solutions and modernization efforts for Army Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM). The day will feature working sessions on strategic challenges and opportunities for one-on-one discussions with Army ICAM leaders. Registration is required by April 24, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This Special Notice is for planning purposes only and is not a solicitation. Its intent is to enhance collaboration and understanding of the Army's future ICAM initiatives and strategic challenges. The event will cover:
- ICAM 101
- Strategic Challenges: Using AI to counter AI-driven threats, meeting Post-Quantum Cryptography milestones, incorporating Decentralized Identity for External Army Affiliates, incorporating existing and future Non-Person/Non-Human Identities, and enabling MP Federation across Information Domains and Network Fabrics.
- Key Areas of Interest: AI in ICAM, Zero Trust Architecture, identity lifecycle management, federated identity, and various authenticators.
Event Structure
The working day includes:
- Morning Sessions: Focused on strategic challenges and workshops.
- Afternoon Sessions: Dedicated one-on-one appointments for industry partners to discuss acquisition, contracting, and performance assessment approaches with Army ICAM leaders. Attendees for 1:1 sessions must attend the morning session and be prepared to discuss specific questions.
Key Details & Deadlines
- Event Date: May 8, 2026
- Location: MITRE Campus, McLean, VA
- Registration Deadline: April 24, 2026, 12:00 PM EST
- Registration Link: https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/HeGLEJWTmc
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Department/Agency: Department of the Army, W6QK ACC-APG
- Contact: Kenneth Faulcon (Kenneth.faulcon2.civ@army.mil, 443-861-4956)
Important Notes
The Government will not pay for any information obtained or expenses incurred by participants. Any formal solicitation will be announced separately.