CFBLNET

The Defense Information Systems Agency is seeking qualified small businesses to provide Combined Federated Battle Laboratories Network (CFBLNet) Support Services. The objective is to deliver a full range of Design, Transition, and Operation (DTO) capabilities to support the U.S. Air Force Mission Partner Capabilities Office, the Mission Partner Environment (MPE), and various NATO and coalition initiatives. This effort focuses on creating a research and development environment for trials and assessments to ensure coalition interoperability and information exchange across multiple security domains. The scope of work encompasses program management, life cycle support, cybersecurity, and administrative support, with a specific emphasis on Zero Trust, Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance, and maintaining an unrestricted Authorization To Operate (ATO). The contract is a total small business set-aside under NAICS 541512, targeting Small Disadvantaged, 8(a), SDVOSB, HUBZone, and Woman-Owned Small Businesses. The anticipated period of performance is 60 months, consisting of a 12-month base period starting September 26, 2027, followed by four one-year option periods. Primary performance will take place at the Joint Interoperability Test Command at Fort Meade, Maryland. Key requirements include a Secret Facility Clearance for the awardee, U.S. citizenship and Secret security clearances for all personnel, and adherence to CMMC Level 2 (Self) and federal supply chain risk management policies. Performance will be measured against strict quality standards, requiring 95 percent compliance with technical requirements and a labor mix maintained within 20 percent of the original proposal.