Brand Name Polygraph Equipment

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Security Division's Polygraph Unit has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition to acquire Lafayette polygraph equipment. This action limits acceptable products to specific brand-name items due to compatibility requirements with existing machines. The FBI needs 7 10-Channel USB Win Polygraphs, various cuffs, sensors, electrodes, and chairs, all exclusively from Lafayette Instruments. The statutory authority for this sole-source acquisition is 10 USC 2304(c)(1), as only Lafayette products are 100% compatible with current FBI polygraph machines, which are critical for missions like screening new hires. Market research indicated that while other systems exist, they are incompatible, making Lafayette the only viable option. This limited source justification will be publicly posted, and the FBI will continue to seek alternative competitors for future acquisitions.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) 15F06726Q001234 for Lafayette Polygraph Equipment. This is a brand-name-only, one-time, firm-fixed-price, delivery order for FBI’s Security Division Polygraph Unit. The RFQ is a total set-aside for small businesses under NAICS 334516, and only authorized resellers will be considered. Vendors must submit quotes by April 2nd, 2026, at 11:00 am CT to Emily York at eyork@fbi.gov. Quotes must be valid for 90 days, include pricing and product descriptions, and provide evidence of authorized reseller status if not the OEM. New products are required, with delivery within 45 days ARO to Cheverly, MD. The FBI requires electronic invoicing via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). The RFQ also outlines terms regarding public release of information, organizational conflict of interest, legal holidays, government dismissals, and SAM registration. Award will be based on the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offer.