The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) is preparing a $400-$500 million IDIQ contract to provide comprehensive IT services supporting its Information Management & Technology (IM&T) Directorate. The RFP is expected in April 2026, with awards anticipated in September 2026. The competition type has not been confirmed, though the sources sought specifically requested small business capabilities information.
The IDIQ consolidates support for DSCA’s IT modernization efforts across three functional areas:
- Program and Project Management
- Software Development and Sustainment
- Data Management and Business Intelligence
As DSCA’s central IT provider supporting the global Security Cooperation mission, IM&T requires specialized capabilities in Agile methodologies, DevSecOps, cloud-native architecture, and advanced analytics.
OPPORTUNITY SNAPSHOT
- Opportunity: IM&T Program, Project, Data Management, Business Intelligence Support Services and Software Development & Sustainment
- Agency: Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), Washington Headquarters Services
- Estimated Value: $400M-$500M
- Expected RFP: Q3 2026
- Expected Awards: Q4 2026
- Contract Type: Multiple-award IDIQ
- Duration: 5-year base period
- Number of Awards: Multiple (number not disclosed)
- Competition Type: Undetermined
- NAICS: 541511 – Custom Computer Programming Services ($34M size standard)
- Place of Performance: United States (on-site and off-site support)
FUNCTIONAL AREAS
Program and Project Management Support
- PEO support, governance, and documentation
- Agile/Scaled Agile program management
- Financial management and risk management
- Stakeholder communication and change management
Software Development and Sustainment
- DevSecOps implementation
- Low-code and custom software development
- Cloud services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, managed services)
- CI/CD orchestration and automated testing
- Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC)
Data Management and Business Intelligence
- Data governance and stewardship
- Cloud-native data architectures (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
- Business intelligence platforms (Power BI, Tableau, Qlik)
- AI/ML, predictive analytics, and natural language processing
- ETL/ELT pipelines and data integration
WHY DSCA IM&T MATTERS
DSCA’s IM&T Directorate is the agency’s central IT provider, responsible for developing, maintaining, and modernizing the digital systems that support global Security Cooperation. This includes IT governance, system development, cybersecurity, data management, infrastructure, and customer support.
The IM&T IDIQ consolidates these capabilities into a single contract vehicle, giving DSCA flexible access to technical support for both routine and surge needs. For contractors, it offers long-term opportunities across program management, software development, and data analytics.
WHO SHOULD CONSIDER THIS IDIQ
Firms with experience in federal IT services supporting defense or security cooperation missions should evaluate whether their capabilities align with the three functional areas. The government is seeking contractors who can provide both on-site and off-site support with specialized knowledge in:
- Program and Project Management: Agile and Scaled Agile methodologies, PEO support, financial management, risk management, and stakeholder communication for government IT programs.
- Software Development and Sustainment: DevSecOps practices, cloud services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), low-code platforms, CI/CD automation, Infrastructure-as-Code, and Human-Centered Design for government applications.
- Data Management and Business Intelligence: Data governance frameworks, cloud-native data architectures (data lakes, warehouses, mesh/fabric), business intelligence platforms (Power BI, Tableau, Qlik), AI/ML capabilities, predictive analytics, and ETL/ELT pipeline development.
HOW OST CAN HELP
OST maintains a teaming portal of 200+ companies actively seeking partnerships on federal opportunities. For IM&T, we can conduct a high-level gap analysis across key functional areas to assess where your capabilities are strong and where strategic partners can enhance your competitiveness.
Based on this analysis, we connect you with targeted partners that strengthen your position and increase your Pwin for this and future opportunities.
Focus Areas: Program & Project Management, Software Development & Sustainment, and Data Management & Business Intelligence
We also support firms through the full business development pursuit lifecycle:
- Competition structure monitoring: Tracking RFP release and confirming competition type once announced, particularly relevant given the small business capabilities focus of the sources sought
- Past performance strategy: Documenting relevant IT services experience from federal or commercial sectors aligned with DSCA mission requirements
- Proposal development: Technical approach, past performance narratives, and compliance for IDIQ submissions
- Pricing strategy: Developing competitive labor rates for IT services aligned with government market data
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