NATO Request for Information: Design and Implementation of Centralized Encrypted Traffic Interception System
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The NATO Communications and Information Agency is seeking input from industry partners through a Request for Information to support the future acquisition of a Centralized Encrypted Traffic Interception system, identified under RFI-424365-CETIS. This RFI is solely for market research and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation for proposals or bids. NCIA is inviting qualified vendors to share their corporate capabilities, provide feedback on draft technical requirements, and highlight potential risks or challenges that could impact the design, implementation, or operational effectiveness of such a system. The goal is to refine acquisition strategy, enhance competition, and ensure the eventual solution meets operational needs with maximum efficiency and performance. Responses must be submitted by 12:00 hours Central European Time on 08 July 2026, and all correspondence must reference the RFI number RFI-424365-CETIS. While the solicitation is issued under NCIA, incorrect agency information in the contract data lists the Bureau of Economic Analysis and the Department of Commerce, which do not pertain to this NATO initiative. Participation is voluntary and intended to help NCIA better understand vendor capacity and market readiness for encrypted traffic interception technologies. Submissions should follow the instructions provided in the official RFI document and are not to be directed to U.S. federal agencies.
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The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified vendors and gather input on potential solutions to support the upcoming acquisition for Encrypted Traffic Interception (ETI) solutions. To that end, NCIA is issuing the attached RFI to solicit feedback from capable and interested industry partners.
This RFI is issued for planning purposes only and is not a request for bids. It is part of NCIA’s effort to ensure it has a clear understanding of the marketplace, available capabilities, and potential acquisition strategies. NCIA values your insight and invites you to 1) share relevant corporate capabilities and experience; 2) review and comment on its draft requirements (Annex A) with a view to providing recommendations for improving performance outcomes, competition, and efficiency; and 3) identify any risks or concerns that should be considered during planning.
Do NOT submit your RFI response to the Department of Commerce. Submission instructions and additional details can be found in the RFI (attached).
The NCIA reference for this RFI-424365-CETIS, and all correspondence concerning this matter should reference this number.
The response deadline is 12:00 hours Central European Time (CET) on 08 July 2026.
Your participation in this RFI is greatly appreciated.