Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) - Office of Chief Information Officer (OCIO) Innovation Ventures Office (IVO) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)
ID: DJF-23-1200-BAA-05172023Type: Special Notice
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JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATIONFEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION

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GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY R&D SERVICES; GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY; BASIC RESEARCH (AJ11)

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https://sam.gov/opp/cdc2e74571c340c0bfcd760a6cddf137/view
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    Special Notice: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) - Office of Chief Information Officer (OCIO) Innovation Ventures Office (IVO) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)
    The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is announcing the posting of a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for Enterprise Problem Sets. This BAA will remain active for a period of up to 12 months. The FBI is seeking responses from all responsible sources capable of satisfying their needs.
    The BAA includes two attachments - FBI Enterprise V3.0 Final, which outlines processes and procedures for response, and Attachment A - FBI Enterprise BAA Problem Sets. These problem sets provide instructions for submitting responses for consideration.
    The Government encourages responses from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and Minority Institutions (MI), although no portion of this announcement is set-aside for their participation.
    All correspondence regarding this BAA shall occur through the Government-identified email address in the BAA document.
    Thank you for your interest in this opportunity.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Andrew J. Stickley
    (304) 625-2805
    ajstickley@fbi.gov
    Files
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    Attachment A - FBI Enterprise BAA Problem Sets v1.1.pdf
    The FBI's document outlines a comprehensive need for advancements in various AI techniques to enhance its operational capabilities across multiple domains, including data extraction, management, workflow automation, and dynamic threat analysis. Specific focus areas include improving cybersecurity measures, automating human resources processes, and leveraging cutting-edge technologies for digital exploitation and analytics. Additionally, the FBI emphasizes the importance of refining counterintelligence operations and enhancing organizational effectiveness through innovative talent management and performance assessment strategies.
    Attachment A Revision - FBI Enterprise BAA Problem Sets_4.22.24.pdf
    The FBI is looking to enhance its capabilities through the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across various domains including data management, workflow automation, dynamic threat analysis, and cybersecurity, aiming to streamline operations and improve analytical capabilities. The agency also seeks advancements in counterintelligence, mission-support technologies such as IT governance and data management, and organizational effectiveness through performance management programs and talent optimization systems. Specific areas of interest include semi-automated data processing, proactive threat modeling, document acquisition, and understanding emerging technologies like directed energy weapons and biometrics.
    BAA Draft v3.0 Final.pdf
    The FBI's Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) is aimed at encouraging research and development proposals from industry and academia to advance science and technology for FBI objectives through a two-step process that begins with the submission of white papers by May 16, 2024. The announcement outlines specific evaluation criteria, including the technical approach and the capabilities of the offerors, while emphasizing that no formal proposals should be submitted until invited by the FBI Contracting Officer. Offerors are also informed of the necessity to comply with various administrative requirements and potential for partnerships, as well as the need to disclose organizational conflicts of interest.
    BAA Revision_4.22.24.pdf
    The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for research and development initiatives, effective from May 17, 2023, to May 16, 2025, to encourage innovative contributions from science and technology firms. The BAA outlines a two-step submission process, beginning with the submission of white papers for evaluation, followed by formal proposals for selected submissions. The announcement will remain open until the end date unless modified, and funding availability is undefined; submissions must adhere to specified guidelines and may include partnerships, with particular emphasis on maintaining compliance with security and communication protocols.
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