Forensic Laptops
ID: 70Z02325R72130001Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS COAST GUARDHQ CONTRACT OPERATIONS (CG-912)(000WASHINGTON, DC, 20593, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - COMPUTE: MAINFRAME (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7B21)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/872e1152713b47f4af8e348ede33a420/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the United States Coast Guard (USCG), is seeking proposals for the procurement of 40 MSI Stealth forensic laptops to enhance its Digital Forensic Laboratories and support its Document and Media Exploitation (DOMEX) and Digital Forensics (DF) program. The laptops will replace outdated equipment and are intended for training Coast Guard Digital Media Collectors, facilitating effective digital evidence search and seizure operations in maritime law enforcement. This procurement underscores the importance of maintaining advanced technological capabilities for law enforcement and investigative efforts. Interested vendors should contact Dianne Goosby at dianne.goosby@uscg.mil or Adam Petty at adam.f.petty1@uscg.mil for further details, with proposals due as specified in the solicitation documents.

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    Attachment 1 - MSI Forensic Laptops Statement of Work 12.10.24.pdf
    The United States Coast Guard (USCG) is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the procurement of 40 MSI Stealth (or equivalent) forensic laptops to support its Document and Media Exploitation (DOMEX) and Digital Forensics (DF) program. The laptops will be utilized for training Coast Guard Digital Media Collectors (DMC), specifically for the Digital Evidence Search and Seizure (DESS) maritime law enforcement forensic program. The current eight-year-old laptops will be replaced to maintain operational effectiveness. The contract includes the provision of advanced digital forensic software and licenses, training, and warranty maintenance for the laptops. Detailed specifications for the laptops are outlined, including hardware capabilities such as an Intel Core Ultra9-185H CPU, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 GPU, and a display resolution of 3840x2160. Deliverables must be shipped to a designated address in Washington, DC. The point of contact for inquiries is provided for interested vendors. The RFP emphasizes the Coast Guard's need for enhanced forensic capabilities to successfully execute statutory missions and interagency investigations. This procurement underscores the significance of maintaining cutting-edge technology for law enforcement and investigation purposes.
    Attachment 2 - Pricing Worksheet updated 12.10.25.xlsx
    The document outlines a Pricing Worksheet for procuring Digital Forensic Workstations, specifically referencing the purchase of 40 MSI Stealth Laptops or equivalent models. It includes a pricing structure, but notably lacks a specified unit price and total cost, indicating that the financial aspects of the purchase may need further refinement or negotiation. The structured format suggests it’s part of a larger governmental procurement process, potentially aligned with federal RFPs or grants aimed at enhancing digital forensic capabilities. This context implies the government's intention to equip agencies or investigators with necessary technological tools for forensic analysis, highlighting a commitment to advancing law enforcement and investigative efforts.
    Combined Synopsis Solicitation Laptops 12.10.24.pdf
    This document outlines the Request for Quotation (RFQ) No. 70Z02325R72130001 from the United States Coast Guard (USCG) regarding the procurement of MSI forensic laptops. The RFQ promotes fair contracting practices and provides the process for filing agency protests through the Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP), aimed at resolving conflicts without litigation. Interested vendors are encouraged to first address concerns with the Contracting Officer and may formally protest to the Ombudsman if unresolved. The RFQ specifies a small business set-aside, classified under NAICS Code 541519, and outlines the proposal submission process, requiring two distinct volumes: Technical Capability and Price. Evaluations will assess technical proposals for compliance with the Statement of Work, with awards based on a best value approach, considering both technical capability and price. Additional provisions include specific clauses for payments, compliance with federal regulations, and prohibition of certain telecommunications services. The document also specifies provisions regarding confidentiality agreements, contractor ethics, and other compliance guidelines essential for participation in this government procurement.
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