Zscaler Software License
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 Homeland Security (DHS), Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), through the Office of Procurement Operations (OPO), Information Technology Acquisition Center (ITAC), has issued a Sole-Source Justification for the procurement of Zscaler Software Licenses and associated services. This acquisition aims to establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with Carahsoft Technology Corp. to support the agency's network and cybersecurity operations. The justification is based on Zscaler's unique capabilities as a single, cloud-native, SaaS, and FedRAMP authorized platform.
Purpose & Scope
DHS OCIO requires a comprehensive software solution to enhance its network and cybersecurity posture. The core capabilities sought include: Secure Web Gateway (SWG), Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and Digital Experience Monitoring (DEM). This solution must function as a unified, cloud-native, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform with FedRAMP authorization, acting as an intermediary for data path inspection to protect against malware, phishing, and data exfiltration.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Justification (Sole-Source)
- Award Vehicle: Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with Carahsoft Technology Corp.
- Procurement Method: Through General Services Administration (GSA) Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) contract number 47QSWA18D008F.
- Duration: 12-month base period with one 12-month option period.
- Place of Performance: Springfield, VA.
Rationale for Sole-Source
Market research indicates that Zscaler is the only solution capable of meeting DHS's requirements for a mature, fully cloud-native, globally distributed platform with integrated zero-trust principles. Carahsoft Technology Corp. is identified as the sole authorized master aggregator and distributor of Zscaler for federal customers. Procuring directly from Carahsoft mitigates security and contractual risks associated with third-party resellers. GSA has determined the contractor's pricing to be fair and reasonable.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This is a Sole-Source Justification; therefore, traditional set-aside designations are not applicable. No submission or evaluation process is open for this justification.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: OPO Industry Liaison
- Email: opoindustryliaison@hq.dhs.gov
Key Dates
- Published Date: April 30, 2026