SAM #RFI-42619136-RT

NATO RFI: Red Team Mission Planning, Execution, and Debriefing System (RT-MPEDS)

NATO's Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) is conducting market research for a Red Team Mission Planning, Execution, and Debriefing System (RT-MPEDS) to enhance cyber defense operations. - The RFI seeks vendor input on capabilities, experience, and recommendations for a comprehensive RT-MPEDS solution. - The system must integrate mission planning, real-time execution, and debriefing modules, with strict security controls and offline AI-assisted decision support. - Key deliverables include: - Mission Planning, Execution, and Debriefing software modules - Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) provisioning framework (e.g., Ansible-based) - Offline AI decision support module (air-gapped, LLM-based) - System requirements, architecture/design documentation, test/validation reports, training materials, and full source code repository (NCIA to own source code) - The platform must be inner-source, with NCIA retaining full source code ownership. - No specific OEMs, part numbers, or quantities are listed; the RFI is open to all qualified vendors with relevant solutions. - Interested parties should review the RFI for submission instructions and provide feedback on requirements, risks, and recommendations.

Description

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 of a comprehensive Red Team Mission Planning, Execution, and Debriefing System (RT-MPEDS). NCIA is issuing the 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 invited you to 1) share relevant corporate capabilities and experience; 2) review and comment on its draft requirements 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 the planning phase.

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-42619136-RT, and all correspondence concerning this matter should reference this number.

The response deadline is 12:00 hours Central European Time (CET) on 28 July 2026.

Your participation in this RFI is greatly appreciated.  

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