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DHS Issues RFP to Acquire Cybersecurity, Cloud, Network Management Personnel

The Department of Homeland Security is seeking vendors to supply personnel that can provide cloud, network and cybersecurity services.

The DHS Office of the Chief Information Officer on Monday issued a request for proposal and intent to launch an indefinite-delivery/indefinite quantity contract with a base performance period of 12 months as well as four 12-month option periods.

The cumulative dollar ceiling value of all task orders issued exceed $594.3 million for all years.

The agency is looking for one or more companies with capabilities ranging from cybersecurity to cloud and network operations and management, threat intelligence, software installation and system maintenance.

DHS’ Network Operations and Security Center specified that contractors must deploy personnel with secret, top secret and top secret sensitive compartmented information clearances.

Interested parties may submit their proposal responses until Feb. 20.

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