Digital Analytics for Countering Foreign Adversarial Propaganda

The Office of Policy, Planning, and Resources for Public Diplomacy within the Department of State is seeking information on technology solutions capable of analyzing foreign adversarial propaganda from state and non-state actors. The goal is to enhance capabilities for accessing open-source data, identifying influence networks, conducting digital media forensics including deep fake detection, and assessing connections between online activity and real-world behavior, all while ensuring compliance with federal statutes and regulations. Solutions must be FedRAMP compliant and include robust security measures such as encryption in transit and at rest, audit log maintenance, and secure browsing functionality. This request is formally classified as a Sources Sought notice under solicitation number 19AQMM26NDACFAP, with a posted date of May 19, 2026, and a response deadline of June 3, 2026. Respondents are required to submit their answers exclusively through a designated Microsoft Forms portal and must keep each response under 800 words. No formal proposals, pricing, or contractual obligations are being solicited, and no award or contract will result directly from this RFI. The NAICS code 518210 applies, indicating the focus on data processing, hosting, and related services. The place of performance is Washington, District of Columbia, with Mary DiAngelo of the Department of State serving as the primary point of contact. There are no set-asides, contract clauses, evaluation factors, or certification requirements specified due to the pre-solicitation nature of the notice, and no attachments, packaging requirements, or payment details are included. Respondents should focus their submissions on technical capability, implementation approach, and relevant case studies without including financial data, size certifications, or compliance attestations beyond the specified technical standards.