A -- Domestic Suppliers for Trusted Integrated Circuit (IC) Services

This is a Request for Information (RFI) issued by the Defense Microelectronics Activity (DMEA)to identify interested vendors based on the information below. In an effort to combat risks and threats to the integrity of the integrated circuit supply chain, the Department of Defense has established a program through which the onshore suppliers of integrated circuits may seek accreditation as "Trusted Suppliers". The Trusted Integrated Circuit (IC) program encompasses the entire IC supply chain including Design, Aggregation/Brokering, Mask Making, Fabrication, Packaging and Test. A current facility clearance or the ability and willingness to obtain one is required. The Defense MicroElectronics Activity (DMEA) has been designated by the Department of Defense through the Trusted Access Program Office (TAPO) as the accrediting authority for this program. In October 2003 the Office of Secretary of Defense (OSD) issued the Defense Trusted Integrated Circuits Strategy (DTICS) that established "Trust" as a minimum need for DOD. Interim Guidance from the Office of Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics (OUSD/AT&L, dated 27 January 2004) initiated development of policy that requires all Mission Assurance Category I systems (DODI 8500.2) to "employ only trusted foundry service(s) to fabricate their custom designed ICs". As a result, the new vendor criteria issued to DoD Program Managers has increased the need for trusted parts and the subsequent expansion of the Trusted Foundry Program. The OUSD/AT&L, through TAPO and DMEA, is implementing an accreditation plan for design, aggregator/broker, mask and wafer fabrication, packaging and test services across a broad technology range for specialized governmental applications both classified and unclassified. Vendors who are interested in receiving accreditation pursuant to providing these services are asked to contact DMEA, preferably by email, at the address below. Defense MicroElectronics Activity 4234 54th Street McClellan CA 95652-2100 Attn: Trusted Foundry Program +1 (555) 000-0000 contact@example.gov Submission of a response to this RFI is voluntary. The voluntary submission of a response to this RFI shall not obligate the DMEA to pay or entitle the submitter. DMEA may contact selected vendors for subsequent technical discussions.