7A--RFI OPTION - for Cloud-Based Freight Analysis Subscription Services
ID: RFI_1191257Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCYFEMAWASHINGTON, DC, 20472, USA

NAICS

Software Publishers (513210)

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/7767d34e9310495b896fd69e8297f222/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), is seeking qualified small businesses to provide cloud-based freight analysis subscription services. This opportunity is part of a Sources Sought Notice/Request for Information aimed at gathering information for planning purposes and does not constitute a formal solicitation. The services are critical for enhancing FEMA's operational capabilities in freight analysis, which is essential for disaster response and recovery efforts. Interested vendors must submit their responses through the Unison Marketplace by January 24, 2025, and can direct any inquiries to Marketplace Support at 1-877-933-3243 or via email at marketplacesupport@unisonglobal.com.

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    Name: Marketplace Support, Title: Marketplace Support, Phone: 1.877.933.3243, Email: MarketplaceSupport@unisonglobal.com;
    marketplacesupport@unisonglobal.com
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