NIAMS Information Technology (IT) Security Support Services

The National Institutes of Health, through the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, is forecasting a sole-source opportunity for Information Technology Security Support Services, set aside entirely for small businesses under the SBA's Total Small Business Set-Aside provision. This effort, classified under NAICS code 541513 for Computer Systems Design Services, seeks comprehensive cybersecurity support to safeguard NIAMS IT infrastructure and data. The contract will provide ongoing security monitoring, risk assessments, vulnerability management, incident response, compliance enforcement, and other technical services essential to maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of federal health research systems. Renee Strong serves as the Program Point of Contact for questions regarding the scope and requirements of the services, while Matthew Jovinelli is the designated Contracting Officer responsible for procurement matters. The opportunity was posted on May 25, 2026, and is accessible through the OSDBU HHS portal, though no specific place of performance or solicitation number has been provided yet. Bidders must be certified small businesses eligible for the set-aside, and the work is expected to support critical NIH mission functions by ensuring robust, proactive cybersecurity measures aligned with federal standards. The anticipated award is open to qualified small business providers capable of delivering enterprise-level IT security support under stringent federal compliance frameworks.