(U) Request for Information: Next-Generation Procurement Artificial Intelligence (AI) Powered Acquisition Platform
Key Dates
Due Date
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Posted Date
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Agency & Value
Agency
VIRGINIA CONTRACTING ACTIVITY
Contract Value
Not provided
Codes & Classification
Solicitation Number
CFOAC2-OTA-RFI-FY26-01
NAICS
541690 - Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
Classification Code
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The Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), through its Chief Financial Office, Acquisition and Contracts (CFOAC), has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking market input on the development of a next-generation, artificial intelligence (AI)-powered acquisition procurement platform. This RFI, identified under procurement number CFOAC2-OTA-RFI-FY26-01, is intended solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a formal solicitation or commitment to award. The government is conducting this market research to inform a potential future prototype project that may be executed under Other Transaction Authority (OTA), pursuant to 10 U.S.C. § 4022.
The primary objective of this initiative is to modernize and streamline the DIA’s procurement award process by leveraging advanced generative AI and machine learning (ML) technologies. Currently, the agency’s business operations are hampered by outdated systems and labor-intensive manual processes, leading to inefficiencies, duplicated efforts, and wasted labor hours. The envisioned AI-powered platform aims to automate and optimize key aspects of the acquisition lifecycle, including workflows, requirements development, and repetitive administrative tasks. The intended outcomes are to reduce inefficiencies, enhance the accuracy of routine processes, and improve overall decision quality, all within a secure, auditable, and human-centered environment. The solution must be capable of operating on both unclassified and JWICS networks, reflecting the agency’s stringent security requirements.
The DIA is seeking white papers from a broad spectrum of potential partners, including nontraditional and traditional contractors, small businesses, startups, system integrators, and research institutions. Respondents are encouraged to propose innovative concepts, commercial solutions, technical architectures, and implementation strategies for a prototype system that addresses the agency’s needs. The government is particularly interested in solutions that can demonstrably reduce administrative burden and improve procurement planning and execution.
This RFI is classified under NAICS code 541690 (Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services), with no set-aside restrictions, indicating that all qualified entities are eligible to respond. The anticipated place of performance is Washington, District of Columbia. The contracting entity for this opportunity is the Virginia Contracting Activity, a federal office under the Department of Defense, specifically supporting the Defense Intelligence Agency.
Interested parties should note that this is a sources sought notice and not a request for proposal. Participation in this RFI is voluntary, and the government will not reimburse any costs associated with responding. Submission of a response is not a prerequisite for participation in any future solicitation. All information provided should be unclassified, and may be reviewed and utilized across the government.
The primary point of contact for this RFI is Demario Grover, who can be reached at [email protected]. The notice was posted on June 17, 2026, with responses due by July 2, 2026. Additional details and the full RFI description are available via the official SAM.gov opportunity listing (Opportunity ID: ef2af4530adc4132a96c2b1c6faff80f).
Contractors with expertise in AI/ML, secure system integration, and process automation—particularly those with experience supporting federal acquisition environments—are encouraged to review the full RFI and consider submitting a white paper outlining their capabilities and proposed approach.