Zignal 2.0 Software Licenses
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 National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) is issuing a combined synopsis/sole source solicitation for Zignal 2.0 Software Licenses. This requirement is for commercial off-the-shelf business application software, specifically "Zignal" ZEN Users and Detect + Narrative Feeds. The NGA intends to award a Firm Fixed-Price contract. Quotes are due by 5:00 PM CT on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the procurement of "Zignal" software licenses, including:
- ZEN Users: Various Contract Line Items (CLINs) for user licenses.
- Detect + Narrative Feeds: CLINs for data feed services.
- Optional CLINs: For additional ZEN Users or Detect + Narrative Feeds, with Not-to-Exceed (NTE) quantities. All items are categorized as IT and Telecom - Business Application Software (Perpetual License Software).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance:
- Base Year: April 1, 2026 - August 31, 2026
- Four Option Years: Option 1 (12-month), Option 2 (12-month), Option 3 (3-month), Option 4 (6-month).
- Set-Aside: Sole Source to Zignal.
- NAICS Code: 519290 (All Other Information Services) with a 1,000-employee small business size standard.
- Published Date: March 2, 2026
- Quote Due: March 17, 2026, by 5:00 PM CT.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission: Quotes must be emailed to Harry.L.Lanfersieck@nga.mil and Justin.S.Koesterer@nga.mil.
- Required Information: CAGE Code, DUNS Number, and Tax ID Number.
- Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).
- Eligibility: Must be the manufacturer or an authorized reseller of Zignal and have an active SAM.gov registration.
Additional Notes
This announcement serves as the only solicitation; a separate written solicitation will not be issued. The contract is subject to the availability of funds.