The ICE Cyber Defense Contract is officially set for recompete, opening a crucial acquisition opportunity for government contractors. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), an agency within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), announced the follow-on requirement for cyber defense and intelligence support services, valued at over $100 million. This essential procurement aims to secure ICE’s critical IT infrastructure and actively maintain operational resilience against evolving threats in the digital domain.
Securing Critical Infrastructure
The initial contract operates under the National Institutes of Health (NIH) IT Acquisition and Assessment Center (NITAAC) Chief Information Officer–Solutions and Partners 3 (CIO-SP3) vehicle. ICE requires the future contractor to actively provide a comprehensive range of advanced services under a firm-fixed-price model. The necessary support includes intelligence analysis, threat hunting, incident response, and continuous cyber monitoring. The agency places a high priority on ensuring the security and functionality of its IT systems to support its law enforcement and national security missions. GovCon firms that possess specialized expertise in these areas will aggressively compete for this multi-million dollar award.
Market Dynamics and Incumbency
Accenture Federal Services currently holds the incumbent contract, which covers Cyber Defense and Intelligence Support Services (CDISS). The recompete process offers both established and emerging firms an opportunity to demonstrate superior, innovative capabilities in protecting federal networks. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) consistently emphasizes the need for rapid IT modernization and enhanced cyber protection across all its components. Successfully securing this ICE Cyber Defense Contract requires bidders to effectively articulate how they will deliver next-generation defense solutions and maintain strict compliance with federal cybersecurity mandates.
