DHS OIG eDiscovery Tool Requirement
ID: 70VT1525N00002Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFOFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERALOFFICE INSPECTOR GENERALWASHINGTON, DC, 20528, USA

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518210)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - COMPUTE AS A SERVICE: MAINFRAME/SERVERS (DB10)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ffa696dd890648fa8ac20ace8c960b3b/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security's Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is seeking vendors to provide a cloud-based electronic discovery (eDiscovery) Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution to support its audits, investigations, inspections, and litigation processes. The required tool must accommodate an unlimited number of users and offer comprehensive eDiscovery capabilities across all phases, including preservation and legal hold functionalities, while consolidating existing tools into a single efficient platform. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the OIG's operational effectiveness and ensuring compliance with statutory responsibilities, with submissions due by December 30, 2024. Interested vendors should direct their inquiries and capability statements to Elvis Colbert at elvis.colbert@oig.dhs.gov, adhering to the specified submission guidelines.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Elvis Colbert
    elvis.colbert@oig.dhs.gov
    John Rowland
    john.rowland@oig.dhs.gov
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    OIG eDiscovery_Litigation Hold Software Solution DRAFT v2 clean.pdf
    The Department of Homeland Security Office of Inspector General (OIG) seeks a secure, cloud-based eDiscovery Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution to support its audits, investigations, inspections, and litigation processes. The platform must handle unlimited users and offer comprehensive eDiscovery capabilities across all phases, including preservation and legal hold functionalities. The OIG aims to consolidate several existing tools into one efficient platform, addressing limitations of current systems, particularly in the management of legal holds. The scope includes hosting, supporting, and maintaining the eDiscovery solution in a FedRAMP-authorized environment, alongside providing user training and project management support. Key requirements emphasize robust security measures, advanced processing and analytical capabilities, compatibility with Microsoft 365, and the ability to produce various document types. Additionally, an eDiscovery Solutions Specialist will assist with daily operations and technical support. The contract has a base period of twelve months with four optional renewal periods. The document also outlines necessary compliance with Section 508 accessibility standards, ensuring the platform remains usable for individuals with disabilities. Overall, this effort reflects OIG's commitment to enhancing its oversight functions and fulfilling its statutory responsibilities.
    RFI eDiscovery Litigation Hold Software 12132024 SAM.pdf
    The Department of Homeland Security's Office of the Inspector General is seeking industry feedback through a Request for Information (RFI) regarding a cloud-based electronic discovery (eDiscovery) Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) tool. The tool is intended to support the OIG's audits, investigations, inspections, and litigation efforts and must accommodate unlimited users while providing comprehensive eDiscovery capabilities across all phases of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model. This initiative falls under NAICS code 518210 and PSC DB10. Vendors are invited to submit capability statements, questions, and feedback on the attached draft statement of work (SOW), along with an estimate for market research purposes. Submissions are due by January 6, 2024, and should be directed to Manuel E. Miranda via email, with specified formatting for questions. This RFI represents a proactive approach to engage with potential vendors and gather insights to inform the procurement process for essential electronic discovery tools.
    RFI eDiscovery Litigation Hold Software 12172024 SAM.pdf
    The Department of Homeland Security's Office of the Inspector General (OIG) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather feedback on a draft Statement of Work (SOW) for a cloud-based electronic discovery (eDiscovery) Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution. This tool is essential for the OIG's audits, investigations, and litigation processes and must support an unlimited number of users as well as comprehensive eDiscovery functions covering the entire Electronic Discovery Reference Model phases. The initiative falls under NAICS code 518210 and PSC DB10. Vendors are invited to submit capability statements along with questions or feedback regarding the draft SOW, including estimates for market research purposes. Submissions should detail any GSA or other government-wide contracts, business type, and socio-economic category if applicable, and must not exceed 15 pages. Questions should be formatted as specified and sent by December 30, 2024. All communications must be directed to Elvis Colbert at OIG, using the specified subject line format to ensure proper handling. This effort underscores the DHS's commitment to adopting modern technology tools to enhance its operational effectiveness.
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