Information Technology Purchase for Portsmouth Paducah Project Office - Thinkst Canary Decoy

The Department of Energy’s Office of Environmental Management is forecasting a procurement for an Information Technology purchase related to the Portsmouth Paducah Project Office, specifically to acquire Thinkst Canary decoys, which are cybersecurity tools designed to detect unauthorized access and insider threats. The solicitation is targeted toward small businesses, as indicated by the HZC set-aside classification, and falls under NAICS code 541519 for other computer-related services. The primary place of performance is in Kentucky, though the exact city and zip code are not specified. The contract is listed as a forecast with a posted date of August 10, 2026, indicating it is not yet open for bids but provides advance notice to potential vendors. Kenneth Johnson, the Small Business Program Manager, is the point of contact for inquiries and can be reached via email at kenneth.johnson@emcbc.doe.gov. This procurement supports the agency’s cybersecurity infrastructure by leveraging advanced deception technology to enhance threat detection and network defense capabilities in its operational environments.