USAC RFP: Penetration Testing as a Service
Overview
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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 Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC), under the oversight of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Penetration Testing as a Service. This opportunity, identified as solicitation number IT-26-027, seeks to acquire essential cybersecurity services. Proposals are due no later than March 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET.
Scope of Work
The purpose of this RFP is to secure comprehensive penetration testing services. The selected vendor will provide "Penetration Testing as a Service" to support USAC's operations as the administrator of the Universal Service Fund (USF) and its associated support mechanisms (High Cost, Lifeline, Rural Health Care, and Schools & Libraries). The RFP details the specific services requested and provides instructions for response.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Proposal (RFP) / Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (IT-26-027)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Product/Service Code: R499 (Other Professional Services)
- Response Due: March 30, 2026, 11:00 AM ET
- Published: March 4, 2026
- RFP Availability: Electronically at http://www.usac.org/about/procurement
- Place of Performance: Washington, DC, United States
Additional Notes
This is not a procurement by a federal agency or other establishment in the Executive Branch of the U.S. Government. The contract awarded will not be a subcontract under a federal prime contract to USAC. USAC is a not-for-profit Delaware corporation appointed by the FCC to administer the Universal Service Fund. All communications regarding this opportunity must be directed through USAC's Contracting Office.