Cloud Infrastructure & FedRAMP-Compliant Hosting

The contract seeks a subcontractor to provide secure cloud infrastructure hosting on AWS GovCloud (US) for the BASE platform, with strict adherence to FedRAMP Moderate security controls and NIST SP 800-53 compliance standards. The provider must deliver continuous monitoring, automated patching, and full support for the Authority to Operate process, ensuring the platform remains operationally secure and compliant with federal cybersecurity requirements. Hosting services must be delivered in a controlled environment that meets the heightened security demands of U.S. government systems, with all infrastructure managed to maintain constant readiness and auditability. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 518210 and is issued by the Department of State through Acquisitions - Aqm Momentum. Responses are due by July 22, 2026, and performance is expected to be centered in Washington. While no set-aside designation is specified, the contract demands experienced vendors with proven capabilities in federally compliant cloud environments, particularly those familiar with the FedRAMP authorization lifecycle and continuous monitoring frameworks. All work must be conducted within AWS GovCloud (US) to ensure data sovereignty and alignment with agency-specific security policies.