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GOVERNANCE, RISK, AND COMPLIANCE SUPPORT SERVICES (GRCSS)

Draft RFP #: F2025070558
Agency: Department of Homeland Security (DHS) – Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
Contracting Office: Office of Information Technology – Information Assurance and Cybersecurity Division
Contract Type: Task/Delivery Order under NITAAC CIO-SP3
Contract Ceiling: $50,000,000 – $100,000,000
NAICS Code: 541519 – Other Computer Related Services
Business Pools: Undetermined
Expected Release Date: September 30, 2025
Link to Draft RFP / Opportunity: View on GovWin IQ

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is preparing to release a follow-on opportunity for Governance, Risk, and Compliance Support Services (GRCSS) to ensure the protection, confidentiality, and compliance of its IT systems under FISMA and other cybersecurity mandates. This contract supports TSA’s cybersecurity mission, focusing on assessments, training, policy, and risk frameworks.

This is a recompete of an incumbent contract with Zermount Inc., valued at $44.9M, and reflects a significant opportunity for both small and large vendors with expertise in IT risk management.

rTurner Consulting is actively supporting capture strategies for clients aiming to participate. Contact us to get started with teaming, solutioning, or proposal development.

📄 View Draft RFP on GovWin IQ
📄 DHS APFS Forecast Listing

CORE SCOPE AREAS

The government seeks industry solutions to deliver the following capabilities:

●    Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Frameworks
●    Cybersecurity Assessments and Audits
●    FISMA Compliance and RMF Implementation
●    Policy Development and Process Improvement
●    Cybersecurity Awareness and Workforce Training

Tech Stack Considerations:
COTS tools, policy automation platforms, risk dashboards, GRC workflow systems, FedRAMP-compliant cloud tools.

EVALUATION OR SELF-SCORING CRITERIA (IF APPLICABLE)

Mandatory Technical Domains or Task Orders

●    Cybersecurity Compliance (FISMA, NIST)
●    Governance and Policy Development
●    Risk Assessment & Mitigation
●    Security Awareness and Training

Additional Points Criteria

●    Past performance with TSA/DHS
●    ISO or RMF Certifications
●    Facility Clearance (FCL)
●    Cybersecurity Maturity

CAPTURE STRATEGY TIPS

Actionable Recommendations

●    Initiate early teaming outreach—target firms with TSA cybersecurity credentials
●    Align capabilities with GRC and FISMA requirements
●    Gather validated past performance in RMF and policy development
●    Assess personnel readiness in cybersecurity roles (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CAP holders)
●    Monitor NITAAC CIO-SP3 portal for updates

Ideal Prime or Partner Profile

●    Prior TSA or DHS cyber program delivery experience
●    Experience managing $20M+ GRC contracts
●    RMF policy design, audits, and FISMA reporting proficiency
●    Cleared personnel and FedRAMP familiarity

TIMELINE & MILESTONES

Stay alert for updates—we’ll keep you posted as the opportunity evolves.

Phase

Date

Draft RFP Release

September 30, 2025

Industry Engagement

TBD (Likely Q4 2025)

Final RFP Release

TBD

Proposal Submission Due

December 2025

Anticipated Award

Q1 2026


MARKET INTELLIGENCE

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Top Vendors in TSA for 541519 (via FPDSplus)

TOP Vendors (OTSB and SB; DHS/TSA, last 3 years)

Over the past three years, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Transportation Security Agency (TSA) has heavily relied on a select group of vendors for services categorized under NAICS 541519 “Other Computer Related Services.” Among these, Blue Tech, Inc., stands out as the clear leader, securing over $65 million in total federal action obligations. This amount places Blue Tech ahead of any other competitor in the same category, highlighting its success  in the DHS TSA vendor landscape.

The second-highest recipient, Four LLC, received over $45 million. Following behind are FCN Inc with $31 million, Dell Federal Systems with $30 million and Panamerica Computers at $17.7 million with Thundercat Technology LLC close behind at $16 million.

This data demonstrates a significant concentration of funding for top SB firms, while smaller vendors compete for relatively modest shares. The chart offers a clear picture of procurement dynamics at DHS TSA, where a few players have captured a substantial portion of the available contracting opportunities in this IT-related space.

Source: FPDS Chart 1: Most successful Vendors within an Agency

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HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU

At rTurner Consulting, we help GovCon firms win complex technical opportunities. Our services include:

●    Capture strategy & teaming alignment
●    Proposal writing and compliance checks
●    Cybersecurity SME engagement
●    Past performance packaging & gap analysis

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RESOURCES & LINKS

●    DHS APFS Opportunity Posting – GRCSS
●    GovWin Opportunity ID 253346
●    FPDSplus Analytics Dashboard

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