Fortress Secures $919 Million GSA Agreement for Advanced Cybersecurity Solutions

Fortress Government Solutions, LLC, a leader in supply chain cybersecurity, has just announced a significant achievement: they have been awarded a $919 million Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with the General Services Administration (GSA) for a period of ten years. This deal falls under the GSA's Supply Chain Risk Illumination Professional Tools and Services (SCRIPTS) program, demonstrating a robust commitment to enhance national security through innovative cybersecurity measures.

Strengthening Cybersecurity Infrastructure

This substantial contract will allow government agencies—including those at federal, state, and local levels—to leverage the complete suite of Fortress's advanced cybersecurity and third-party risk management services. These solutions aim not only to manage cybersecurity aspects but also to provide a comprehensive supply chain risk management (SCRM) system that encompasses all critical risks associated with third-party suppliers and their products.

The ongoing trust placed in Fortress by the federal government illustrates the effective outcomes they are capable of delivering. Fortress's SCRM solutions have already been implemented across various agencies within the U.S. government, including the military. Just last month, Fortress was granted Impact Level 6 (IL6) accreditation by the United States Navy, allowing them to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Secret-level data, further cementing their status as a trusted partner in national security.

Addressing Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities

Alex Santos, CEO of Fortress, emphasized the growing threats posed by third-party suppliers, stating, "Third parties pose the largest cyber risks to the federal government. Our government IT networks are behind 'walled gardens' and extremely difficult, to near impossible, to penetrate. This has pushed nation-state adversaries to look for open back doors to attack. Suppliers with trusted relationships provide them with just that." Santos articulated the importance of identifying and closing these vulnerabilities as a necessary step to bolster national security.

Fortress firmly believes that cybersecurity risks associated with suppliers can only be mitigated through transparency and ongoing assessments. This involves gaining a thorough understanding of the origins of hardware and software components along with continuous real-time audits that help identify potential vulnerabilities and devise appropriate mitigation strategies. By empowering government entities to collect critical supplier data, Fortress helps pinpoint cyber risks, remediate weaknesses, and fundamentally protect national security assets.

Commitment to National Standards

Moreover, Fortress Government Solutions proudly adheres to several important national standards and executive orders, including Executive Order 14017, which calls for securing America’s supply chains, and Executive Order 14028, which focuses on secure software development. The company has also committed to the CISA Secure by Design pledge, achieved compliance with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants SOC 2 framework, and met all National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 800-53 SCRM requirements.

The SCRIPTS BPA facilitates a streamlined and cost-effective procurement process for government agencies needing access to Fortress's extensive cybersecurity offerings. Every service and product provided through this agreement aligns seamlessly with Fortress's existing GSA Multiple Award Schedule, ensuring a diverse and adaptable range of solutions tailored to meet evolving mission demands.

Fortress Government Solutions stands at the forefront of securing critical supply chains and cyber assets against ever-evolving threats. As they continue to innovate and provide exceptional service, America can feel a decisive enhancement in its national security posture.

For more information or media inquiries, reach out to:
Josh Zecher
Email: josh.zecher@fortress.ai.