CNET Emulation and Expertise

The Department of Defense, specifically the Joint Warfare Analysis Center (JWAC) under the Hq Acc Amic, has issued a sources-sought Request for Information (solicitation number FA489027RFI0003) to identify vendors capable of providing CNET emulation and expertise. The objective is to secure specialized support in telecommunications, computer networking, and computing automation to develop tools for analysis and model development. This effort focuses on conducting comprehensive modeling and network system emulations to support experimentation and the development of proof-of-concept tactics for cyber capability initiatives. Key technical requirements include the emulation of both US and foreign telecommunications and computer network hardware to reduce equipment risk during development. Vendors must be able to validate emulated hardware by hosting required operating systems and applications, utilizing virtualization platforms such as QEMU-KVM, and developing mechanisms to monitor and capture the state of emulated hardware. The project requires personnel with TS/SCI security clearances and the ability to perform on-site at the Joint Warfare Analysis Center in Dahlgren, Virginia, for more than 50 percent of the work week. Interested vendors must provide responses to the attached questions by noon EST on November 15, 2026. This opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 5417 and currently has no designated set-aside.