CIO-SP4
$50B IT services GWAC managed by NIH NITAAC. Government-wide. Health IT, cybersecurity, software development.
Overview
CIO-SP4 is a 10-year, $50B Government-Wide Acquisition Contract for IT services. Open to all federal agencies. Tracks include Unrestricted, Small Business, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, and WOSB. Prime award concentration is high — strong teaming partners are essential.
Set-aside tracks
CIO-SP4 accepts the following socioeconomic pools:
- Unrestricted
- Small Business
- 8(a)
- HUBZone
- SDVOSB
- WOSB
How to pursue CIO-SP4
- Identify primes by track. Pull the official CIO-SP4 awardee list from NITAAC and filter by your target track (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone).
- Build a capability statement targeted to CIO-SP4. Reference specific task areas (TA1-TA10) and your relevant past performance.
- Reach out to primes. Use BesaGov or LinkedIn to identify capture and partner managers at target primes.
- Watch for on-ramp. NITAAC has signaled they'll re-open the floor periodically. Set a SAM.gov saved search.
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FAQ
Is CIO-SP4 still accepting on-ramps?
On-ramp windows are infrequent. The original award was made in 2024. Watch SAM.gov for on-ramp solicitations or pursue a teaming arrangement with an existing prime.
What task orders flow through CIO-SP4?
Cybersecurity, software development, cloud migration, AI/ML, network operations, and health-IT systems are most common. Most TOs are competed within their respective small-business or unrestricted pool.
Can I pursue CIO-SP4 task orders without being a prime?
Yes, as a subcontractor to an existing prime. Build relationships before the TO drops — primes typically lock teams 30-60 days in advance.