Internet Intelligence Portal for the DHS National Cyber Security Division

The contract involves awarding a sole-source agreement to Akamai Technologies, Inc. by the Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center (SPAWARSYSCEN) Charleston, SC. Akamai will provide its Internet Intelligence Portal, a web-based application hosted by Akamai that delivers comprehensive data views, reporting, and querying capabilities based on network data collected through Akamai’s distributed platform. The portal offers Internet health and network status insights through multiple data sources, including test agents, intrusion detection systems, geo-location data, and BGP feeds. This information supports the US-CERT mission by enabling real-time monitoring and response capabilities related to the security and operational status of critical national infrastructure. The service will be accessible via the US-CERT Secure Portal and aims to serve both the US-CERT and the Federal GFIRST Community by offering a centralized visualization of the Internet-facing status of networks across federal agencies. The anticipated contract is a Firm Fixed Price type, aligned with North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code 518210, with a size standard of $23 million. The contract facilitates enhanced situational awareness and cyber defense posture for Department of Defense cybersecurity operations based out of North Charleston, SC. Queries regarding the contract were due by November 27, 2006, and the contracting point of contact was Debbie Spencer.