RFI - Defensive Cyber Operations Project (W6369-17DE25/B)

 Reference Number433400 Solicitation NumberW6369-17DE25/B Organization NamePublic Services and Procurement Canada
Travaux publics et Services gouvernementaux Canada
 Source IDFD.DP.QC.10077.C86892 Associated ComponentsYes  Published2017-12-19 Revised Closing2020-06-05 02:00 PM Eastern Daylight Saving Time EDT  CategoryCommunications, Detection and Fibre Optics
 GSINSN5810: COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY EQUIPMENT AND COMPONENTS
 Region of DeliveryCanada Region of OpportunityCanada Agreement Type Tender TypeLetter of Interest (LOI) Estimated Value Solicitation Method  
RFI - Defensive Cyber Operations Project (W6369-17DE25/B) Trade Agreement: NONE
Tendering Procedures: All interested suppliers may submit a bid
Competitive Procurement Strategy: N/A - P&A/LOI Only
Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement: No
Nature of Requirements:
Request for Information (RFI) - Defensive Cyber Operations - Decision Support Project (DCO-DS)
W6369-17DE25
Public Services and

Procurement Canada (PSPC), on behalf of The Department of National Defence (DND) / Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), is releasing this Request for Information (RFI) to inform Industry and to seek input on the possible procurement and costing for the Defensive Cyber Operations - Decision Support Project (DCO-DS) and the Cyber Security Awareness Project (CSA). As the projects are closely linked, until further notice, they are under this single RFI and solicitation number.
This RFI will be continually amended to advise industry, on an on-going basis, of industry engagement activities and resulting feedback. To facility the above process it is Canadas intention to keep the RFI open until such time as a final Request for Proposal is released, however responses to phase 1 of the RFI process are requested by the date below.
RFI Requested Response Date: March 23, 2018
Purpose:
The key objectives of phase 1 of the RFI process are to:
- Solicit indicative pricing and scheduling information for the acquisition and in-service support for key requirements of the CSA and DCO-DS projects.
- Solicit detailed industry feedback on the operational and technical requirements
- Collaborate with industry on the Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB)and Value Proposition strategy.
- Outline and solicit feedback on the engagement approach and proposed procurement process.
- Advise industry of key dates within the RFI process.
- Advise industry of the security requirements of the RFI, Draft RFP, RFP and resulting contract.
- Provide direction and assistance to non-cleared suppliers in obtaining security clearances
This phase of the Request for Information process includes the industry consultation detailed below.
Potential Respondents are invited to participate in the unclassified industry day, classified one-on-one meetings and a follow-up group meeting. The registration processes and contacts are detailed in the RFI in Annex H and I respectively. Interested suppliers are encourage to register as soon as possible.
Unclassified Industry Day: February 26, 2018. 9:00 - 12:00, EST
Registration Deadline for Unclassified Industry Day: February 16, 2018
14:00, EST
Industry Day Location: WOs&Sgts Mess, 4 Queen Elizabeth Dr., Ottawa
Classified One-on-One Sessions: One hour time slots, February 26, 2018 to March 2, 2018
Registration Deadline for Classified One-on-One Meetings: January 23, 2018 at 14:00, EST
One-on-One Sessions Location: National Defence Headquarters, 101 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa
Classified Group Follow-up Meeting: Tentatively week of March 5, 2018
Registration Deadline for Classified Group Follow-up Meeting: January 23, 2018 at 14:00 EST
Classified Group Follow-up Meeting Location: National Defence Headquarters, 101 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa
Requirement Description:
The DCO-DS project will improve DND/CAFs ability to conduct Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO). This will be accomplished by providing a response capability against advanced threats, and enhancing DCO decision making, making the process more agile, responsive and effective in order to maintain Commanders freedom of manoeuvre in cyberspace.
The CSA project will transform how DND/CAF manages the confidentiality, integrity and availability of the increasingly complex DND/CAF cyberspace. This will be accomplished by focusing on identifying and securing its cyberspace, providing an end-to-end situational awareness that enables commanders to make informed decisions concerning the security posture of their cyberspace.
The intent is to create a sustainable, state-of-the-art defensive cyber security operations capability, comprised of DND/CAF personnel and professional services, enabled with appropriate governance and policy, and equipped with the right tools and processes.
The DCO-DS and CSA Projects are complex multi-year requirements. They are currently in the Options Analysis (OA) Phase with the intent to complete the required Business Case Analysis (BCA) and seek project approval.
Nature of this Request for Information:
This RFI is neither a call for tender nor a Request for Proposal (RFP). No agreement or contract will be entered into based on this RFI. The issuance of this RFI is not to be considered in any way a commitment by the Government of Canada or as authority to potential respondents to undertake any work that could be charged to Canada. This RFI is not to be considered as a commitment to issue a subsequent solicitation or award contract(s) for the work described herein.
Although the information collected may be provided as commercial-in-confidence (and, if identified as such, will be treated accordingly by Canada), Canada may use the information to assist in drafting performance specifications (which are subject to change) and for budgetary purposes.
Respondents are encouraged to identify, in the information they share with Canada, any information that they feel is proprietary, third party or personal information. Please note that Canada may be obligated by law (e.g. in response to a request under the Access of Information and Privacy Act) to disclose proprietary or commercially-sensitive information concerning a respondent (for more information: http://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/a-1/).
Respondents are asked to identify if their response, or any part of their response, is subject to the Controlled Goods Regulations.
Respondents must submit responses or questions containing classified information in accordance with the instructions in the RFI.
Participation in this RFI or any industry engagement activities is encouraged, but is not mandatory. There will be no short-listing of potential suppliers for the purposes of undertaking any future work as a result of this RFI. Similarly, participation in this RFI is not a condition or prerequisite for the participation in any potential subsequent solicitation.
Respondents will not be reimbursed for any cost incurred by participating in this RFI.
The RFI closing date published herein is not the deadline for comments or input. Comments and input will be accepted any time up to the time when/if a follow-on solicitation is published.
National Security Exception (NSE) Notice:
All aspects of this RFI and any resulting solicitation or contract are subject to the national security exception and are, therefore, excluded from all of the obligations of the trade agreements.
Security Requirement:
There is a security requirement associated with this RFI.
Controlled Goods:
The classified Annex of this RFI is subject to the Controlled Goods Program. The Defence production Act defines Canadian Controlled Goods as certain goods listed in Canadas Export Control List, a regulation made pursuant to the Export and Import Permits Act (EIPA).
Enquiries
Unless otherwise specified in the RFI all enquiries and other communications related to this RFI shall be directed exclusively to the PSPC Contracting Authority. Since this is not a bid solicitation, Canada will not necessarily respond to enquiries in writing or by circulating answers to all respondents; however, respondents with questions regarding this RFI may direct their enquiries to:
Patti Wight
Public Services and Procurement Canada
Place du Portage III, 8C2 11 Laurier Street Gatineau, Quebec, K1A 0S5
819-420-1757
TPSGC.PADivisionQE-APQEDivision.PWGSC@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca
The use of email to communicate is preferred.
Delivery Date: Above-mentioned
The Crown retains the right to negotiate with suppliers on any procurement.
Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.
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Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.
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   NameWight, Patti Company NamePublic Works & Government Services Canada Address11 Laurier St. / 11, rue Laurier
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