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Justification for Restricting Competition (JRC) Post-Quantum Cryptography and Federal Identity Management Support Services

General Services Administration · OFFICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES · Justification · 47QACB26Q0069

posted 24 September 2026 · awarded 24 September 2026 · NAICS 541519 · PSC R499

Summary

The General Services Administration’s Administrative Services Division is seeking specialized services to support post‑quantum cryptography testing, development of quantum‑resistant Federal Risk and Trust Certification (FRTC) documents, governmentwide guidance on next‑generation digital identity technologies, and PKI/FICAM subject matter expertise. This effort supports the mandated migration to post‑quantum cryptography across federal agencies and updates to the FICAM Architecture and related credential standards.

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