Special Notice: Air Uploader Software Licenses
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR GLOBAL MEDIA, BBGUNITED STATES AGENCY FOR GLOBAL MEDIA, BBGOFFICE OF CONTRACTSWASHINGTON, DC, 20237, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION SOFTWARE (PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7A21)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1cba2fc4ea7346709e073464e074bf36/view
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    The U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM) is seeking to award a sole source contract for Air Uploader Software Licenses to Support Partners (USA), Inc. This procurement involves providing and maintaining an Air Uploader Enterprise License Tier 1 for up to 250 concurrent users, essential for supporting USAGM's cloud editing platform that facilitates remote video production and collaboration across various business units. The contract, valued for a one-year period, emphasizes the importance of secure file transfers and compliance with specific security clearances due to the sensitive nature of the content handled. Interested parties may submit capability statements to Ms. Nicole Wright at NWright@usagm.gov within five days of this notice, as the contract is scheduled to commence upon award.

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    Nicole Wright
    NWright@usagm.gov
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    The U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM) intends to award a sole source contract for the Air Uploader Software Licenses to Support Partners (USA), Inc. This decision is based on the need for a critical software tool that supports USAGM’s cloud editing platform for remote video production. The contract, valued for a one-year period, includes the provision and maintenance of an Air Uploader Enterprise License Tier 1 for up to 250 concurrent users. The necessity for this software stems from the collaboration requirements of different business units, ensuring secure file transfers to protect sensitive content. Contractor personnel will require Tier 3 Non-Critical Sensitive clearance due to having root access to the cloud infrastructure. The deliverables include the Air Uploader License and one year of support while ensuring compliance with specific assumptions about user equipment and internet access. The firm fixed-price contract is scheduled to start upon award, with deliverables focused on maintaining a secure, efficient cloud video editing environment essential for USAGM's mission. Overall, this procurement aligns with USAGM's commitment to enhancing its digital infrastructure for global media operations while emphasizing security and proprietary information protection.
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