R--PERSONNEL SECURITY CONTRACTOR
ID: 140E0125Q0018Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENFORCEMENTACQUISITION MANAGEMENT DIVISIONSTERLING, VA, 20166, USA

NAICS

Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION (R615)

Set Aside

Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) Set-Aside (specific to Department of Interior and Indian Health Services) (ISBEE)
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    Description

    The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) within the Department of the Interior is seeking quotes for a Personnel Security Contractor to support its Personnel Security Branch. The contract, which spans 12 months with the possibility of four additional option periods, requires the provision of two full-time Security Assistants and one part-time Project Manager to manage personnel security tasks, including background investigations and compliance with security protocols. This procurement is crucial for ensuring the integrity and security of personnel within the agency, adhering to federal regulations throughout the contract execution. Interested parties should contact Jennifer Moreci at jennifer.moreci@bsee.gov or call 703-787-1218 for further details, as this opportunity is designated as a 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise set-aside under NAICS code 541611.

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    The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI), Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE), is soliciting quotes for contractor support to assist its Personnel Security Branch as outlined in Solicitation No. 140E0125Q0018. The contract will span 12 months with potential four additional option periods. The expected award is for a Firm Fixed Price and is designated as a 100% Indian Small Business Economic Entity set-aside, with the NAICS code 561611 applied. The contract requires providing two full-time Security Assistants and one part-time Project Manager to manage personnel security tasks including background investigations and compliance with security system requirements. Contractors must possess a National Security Investigation clearance at Tier-3 or higher and adhere to specified IT and physical security protocols. Key responsibilities include managing background investigations, facilitating security clearance processing, offering advice during investigations, and reporting related statistics. A monthly status report detailing work accomplished and contract expenditures must also be provided. The document emphasizes the importance of adherence to all federal regulations and guidelines throughout the performance of the services to ensure effective and compliant contract execution.
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