SCIF Space OT

The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) is issuing a solicitation for prototype “SCIF‑as‑a‑Service” projects that will establish or provide accredited Secure Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) space—including any required build‑out and accreditation support—in compliance with Intelligence Community and Department of War standards. Proposals must describe an unclassified operational concept covering access controls, secure classified IT/connectivity (as permitted), security management, badging, visitor control, and facility administration, and should demonstrate a commercially sustainable, tenant‑priced model that can be scaled and replicated across multiple CONUS sites. Required capabilities include (1) SCIF availability and a credible accreditation pathway, (2) support for single‑ and multi‑tenant occupancy with governance that preserves tenant separation, (3) a repeatable onboarding playbook and day‑to‑day security operations, (4) a clear IT/services split between respondent and government with provision for classified connectivity, (5) a repeatable site‑selection and staffing/supply‑chain plan for multi‑site expansion, (6) a commercial pricing and utilization model for long‑term sustainability, and (7) clearance and compliance plans covering facility clearance status, FOCI risk mitigation, and ongoing clearance maintenance. Prototype efforts may involve standing up or modifying a SCIF at an initial location, onboarding at least two simultaneous tenants, and validating governance, security, and operational processes. The effort will be funded through one or more Prototype Other Transaction agreements (total ceiling $2 million) with multiple awards possible. Phase 1 proposals are due 4:00 PM on 17 April 2026; Phase 1 results will be notified by 8 May 2026, with Phase 2 timing to be determined. The solicitation targets non‑traditional defense contractors, especially emerging technology firms lacking access to accredited SCIF space, to remove barriers to participation in classified national‑security missions.

Notice ID

7957a92cbb8740d983167606154f0ec2

Solicitation Number

DNI-OT-26-0001

NAICS Code

531190

Classification Code

M1AA