70RSAT26D00000001 - Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Homeland Security Systems Engineering and Development Institute (HSSEDI) Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) - Award Notice

Background
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) established the Homeland Security Systems Engineering and Development Institute (HSSEDI) as a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) to provide independent analysis of homeland security issues.

The HSSEDI aims to support the objectives of DHS by delivering specialized systems engineering and integration expertise. This contract continues the sponsorship of HSSEDI with MITRE as the operator, following comprehensive reviews conducted in 2014, 2018, and 2023 to assess its necessity.

Work Details
The contractor will provide specialized systems engineering and integration services including:

- Evaluations and recommendations of new technologies;
- Development of prototypes and proof-of-concept demonstrations;
- Review of systems design optimization;
- Development of integrating architecture and frameworks;
- Application of enterprise systems engineering principles for improved interoperability;
- Establishment of technical standards, measures, and best practices;
- Development of realistic test environments and scenarios.

The FFRDC will focus on high priority mission areas such as Border Security, Immigration Enforcement, Protecting Public Leaders, Maritime Dominance, Safeguarding Domestic Cyber Infrastructure, and Capability Planning and Delivery. Specific functions include ensuring DHS acquires capabilities efficiently, anticipating emerging threats, conducting independent test and evaluation.

Place of Performance
The contract will be performed at locations relevant to DHS operations, potentially including various sites across the United States.