70 -- ELECTRONIC KEY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

The Cryptologic Systems Group at the Electronic Systems Center, Lackland AFB, is conducting market research to explore industry solutions for developing and distributing COMSEC Key and related data between EKMS Tier 2, Tier 3, and End Crypto Equipments. They are also seeking approaches for transitioning from the current Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) to the Key Management Infrastructure (KMI). This effort aims to inform acquisition planning and strategy, potentially incorporating the solutions provided through this research. The government is considering a contract structure consisting of an initial one-year base period, with the option to extend for four additional one-year periods. Interested parties are invited to respond to the Request for Information (RFI), which closes on October 9, 2007. The contract under consideration relates to the Electronic Key Management System and is identified by solicitation number R1697. Further details and documentation are available through the associated online portal.