KPLER Custom bundle of Commercially Available Off-the-Shelf (COTS) intelligence data packages
ID: HC104725R0006Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY (DISA)DEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCYFORT MEADE, MD, 20755-0549, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - DATA CENTER PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7C20)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 7, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 14, 2025, 10:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), is seeking proposals for a custom bundle of Kpler brand name commercial intelligence data packages, specifically designed for use in the White House Situation Room. This procurement aims to acquire specialized data feeds covering over 40 commodities, real-time shipping intelligence, and maritime data services, which are critical for enhancing situational awareness and decision-making in U.S. Department of Defense operations. The contract will be awarded based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation process, with a base period of 12 months and four optional extensions, emphasizing Kpler's unique capabilities in real-time tracking of global shipping activities. Interested contractors must submit their quotations by 5:00 PM EST on January 14, 2025, to Carol Craig at carolyn.n.craig.civ@mail.mil, ensuring compliance with all outlined requirements and provisions in the solicitation documents.

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Jan 8, 2025, 8:05 PM UTC
The document outlines the process and requirements for completing the Consolidated Product Listing template used in federal procurement. It emphasizes the need for Mission Partners to customize the template while completing the narrative section to provide the basis of the estimate and obtain signatures as required. The guidance highlights the importance of properly identifying items needing Unique Identification (IUID) tags and ensuring that contractors provide necessary information, especially if specific brand names are requested. Additionally, the document discusses task orders (CLINs) for various standard data packages associated with crude oil, LNG, LPG/ethane, fuel oils, and marine traffic enterprise data, indicating quantities and the need for brand name identifications. It specifies that all items must be delivered upon award without partial deliveries and that contractors must submit a completed Electronic Products List (EPL) alongside shipment documentation. This comprehensive approach aims to ensure clarity, accountability, and regulatory compliance in the procurement process while facilitating efficient record-keeping and delivery.
Jan 8, 2025, 8:05 PM UTC
The document outlines a proposed contract for Kpler licenses to be used in the White House Situation Room (WHSR), funded by Fiscal Year 2025 O&M funding. Kpler provides a specialized data feed that covers over 40 commodities, real-time shipping intelligence, and maritime data services, essential for U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) intelligence operations. The contract will offer a base period of 12 months with four optional extensions, emphasizing Kpler’s unique capabilities in real-time tracking of global shipping activities. The justification for sole-source procurement highlights that no other competitor can fulfill these specific requirements, citing Kpler's proprietary technology for accurate data consolidation and analysis. The document also notes the critical need for such intelligence to prevent and respond to potential maritime threats. Market research confirms that alternatives do not meet the government's needs, leading to a commitment to ongoing evaluation of market options. The certification sections provide a formal seal of approval from necessary stakeholders. This initiative illustrates the government’s reliance on specialized data solutions for enhanced situational awareness and decision-making.
Jan 8, 2025, 8:05 PM UTC
This document is a solicitation for bids related to commercial products and services, identified by solicitation number HC104725R0006, with a due date for offers by 5:00 PM on January 17, 2025. The acquisition includes various data packages for crude oil, LNG, LPG/ethane, fuel oils, and residuals, which are to be delivered to the White House Situation Support Staff, located at the Executive Office of the President in Washington, DC. The document outlines the quantities, unit prices, and specific shipping terms for these data packages, all of which are categorized as full and open competition with an emphasis on small business participation. Additionally, it includes a range of procurement clauses aligned with federal regulations, covering requirements related to telecommunications, contractor responsibilities, and compliance certifications necessary for contract execution. Critical clauses address areas such as the prohibition on certain telecommunications equipment and the necessity for service contracts to align with federal standards on transparency and accountability. Overall, this solicitation signifies the government's commitment to acquiring essential data services while promoting small businesses in the process.
Jan 8, 2025, 8:05 PM UTC
This document is an amendment to a solicitation concerning a federal contract, specifically modifying the submission due date. The aim of the amendment is to correct the Offer Due Date from "05:00 PM 17 Jan 2025" to "05:00 PM 14 Jan 2025." It maintains that all other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. The document outlines procedures for acknowledging this amendment, indicating that failure to do so before the new deadline may lead to rejection of submitted offers. Additionally, it specifies that any changes to an already submitted offer must be communicated in writing, referencing the solicitation and amendment numbers. The document is issued by the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) and emphasizes the imperative of compliance in line with federal acquisition regulations. Overall, this summary illustrates the procedural adjustments necessary for bidders regarding submission timelines within federal contracting processes.
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