Moving further into 2025, the federal contracting landscape is poised for significant transformation. With a new administration at the helm and bringing forth an ambitious agenda, government contractors must remain adaptable and forward-thinking in their approach to upcoming opportunities.
Overview of CISA Recompete Opportunities
According to OrangeSlices AI, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is expected to have approximately two dozen contract recompetes in Fiscal Year 2026, presenting substantial opportunities for cybersecurity firms and government contractors. These recompetes span various critical areas of CISA’s operations, from cybersecurity services to infrastructure protection.
High-Value Opportunities
Among the most significant opportunities are two major contracts:
- The Dynamic and Evolving Federal Enterprise Network Defense Task Order Group F (DEFEND F)
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- Contract: 47QTCK18D0022-47QFRA20F0021
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- Value: $321M
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- Number of Bidders: 7
- The Program Management Support Services contract
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- Contract: 47QRAD20DU109-47QFRA21F0038
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- Value: $271M
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- Number of Bidders: 3
Critical Infrastructure and Cybersecurity Services
Several medium-sized contracts focus on essential cybersecurity and infrastructure protection services:
- Protective Domain Name Service (PDNS) DNS Resolver Service
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- Contract: 47QTCK18D0036-47QFRA21F0029
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- Value: $105M
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- Number of Bidders: 6
- Vulnerability Disclosure Platform (VDP) Services
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- Contract: 47QFRA20C0012
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- Value: $13.4M
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- Number of Bidders: 5
- National Risk Management Center (NRMC) Emerging Mis-, Dis-, and Mal-Information Support and Communication Analytics
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- Contract: 47QRAD20D1113-70RCSA21FR0000081
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- Value: $15.6M
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- Number of Bidders: 4
Administrative and Support Services
Multiple opportunities exist in administrative and operational support:
- Records and Information Management (RIM) and Accessible Technology (508) Services
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- Contract: 47QRAD20D8152-70RCSJ23FR0000052
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- Value: $7.9M
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- Number of Bidders: 7
- Planning, Exercise, Readiness & Training (PERT) Support
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- Contract: 47QRAD20D1103-70RCSA22FR0000001
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- Value: $12.6M
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- Number of Bidders: 6
- Program Evaluation and Performance Management Services
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- Contract: GS00Q14OADS111-70RCSA22FR0000055
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- Value: $19.4M
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- Number of Bidders: 5
- School Safety Task Force Operational Support
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- Contract: 47QRAD20D1149-70RCSJ23FR0000053
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- Value: $8.7M
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- Number of Bidders: 5
Additional Support Services:
- Strategic Planning Support Services
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- Contract: 47QRAD20D1149-70RCSA21FR0000102
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- Value: $5.9M
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- Number of Bidders: 4
- Critical Infrastructure Information Sharing Environment Support Services
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- Contract: 47QTCH18D0028-70RCSA21FR0000044
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- Value: $8.5M
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- Number of Bidders: 3
- Integrated Operations Division Support Services
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- Contract: HHSN316201200166W-70RCSJ24FR0000075
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- Value: $20M
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- Number of Bidders: 3
Market Competition Analysis
The competitive landscape varies significantly across these opportunities:
- High competition (6-7 bidders) exists for larger technical contracts like DEFEND F and RIM services.
- Moderate competition (4-5 bidders) for specialized service contracts.
- Lower competition (3 bidders) for some complex operational support services.
Looking Ahead
While these opportunities represent significant potential for government contractors, several factors could impact their execution:
- The new Administration’s policies and priorities;
- The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiatives;
- Potential contract consolidation; and/or
- Possible extensions or cancellations.
Government contractors should maintain flexibility in their planning while monitoring these opportunities. Early preparation and strategic teaming discussions will be crucial for success in these competitive procurements.
Note: This analysis was based on current information and historical data.
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