NATO Request for Information: SD-WAN - Requirements for Dynamic Overlay and Multi-Bearer Connectivity on NATO Deployable CIS (DCIS) Transport Network

The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) is seeking information from industry regarding the existing SD-WAN solutions including both the functional and technical specifications. In addition, industry is asked to provide information regarding integration with NATO's DCIS infrastructure, meeting military-grade requirements, and innovative features that add operational resilience, security, and performance.

In accordance with the NATO Management of Non-Classified NATO Information policy (C-M(2002)60), MS-424320-SD-WAN shall not be published on the internet. To request a copy, please contact the Department of Commerce.

This Request for Information (RFI) aims to apply due diligence by ‘testing the market’ to a) determine the relevant existing technologies and products which may provide the basis for the identification of suitable SD-WAN solutions integrated with NATO DCIS infrastructure; and b) identify a development strategy, while also evaluating the potential solutions available to NATO which may include adopting an existing solution already in-service, acquiring a solution from industry, or a combination thereof.

This RFI does not constitute a commitment to issue a future Request for Proposal (RFP). Note that this RFI is not a formal request for submissions as part of an active procurement, but rather a general request intended to determine whether any possible solutions exist that should be considered or included in evaluating the options as part of the system requirements development for future procurements.

The NCIA reference for this RFI is MS-424320-SD-WAN, and all correspondence concerning this matter should reference this number. The response deadline has been extended to 12:00 hours CET on 28 February 2026. Your participation in this RFI is greatly appreciated.