Notice of Intent to Sole Source - HSI Imaged Document and Exemplars Library (IDEAL) 2.0
ID: RFI_HSI-IDEAL_FY25Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENTINFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIVISIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20024, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - BUSINESS APPLICATION/APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR) (DA01)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/097e601836f54a1489c2c36a3d9815ff/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, through the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), is seeking to procure services for the Imaged Document and Exemplars Library (IDEAL) 2.0 project, focusing on enhancing a document management system with advanced functionalities. The initiative aims to improve document searching, user interfaces, and security measures, incorporating features such as an AI-driven Document Indexing Module and an Advanced Search Interface to ensure efficient and secure access to document resources. This project is critical for bolstering document security and compliance with federal standards, ultimately supporting government operations. Interested vendors should contact Tonya Fells at Tonya.T.Fells@ice.dhs.gov or Patricia Goldsberry at patricia.goldsberry@ice.dhs.gov for further information regarding the sources sought notice.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tonya Fells, Contract Specialist
    Tonya.T.Fells@ice.dhs.gov
    Patricia Goldsberry
    patricia.goldsberry@ice.dhs.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    IDEAL 2.0 PWS Task Overview_Draft.docx
    The document outlines the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the Imaged Document and Exemplars Library (IDEAL) 2.0 project. This initiative focuses on enhancing a document management system with advanced functionalities such as optimized document searching, improved user interfaces, and enhanced security measures to prevent unauthorized access and content capture. Key features include a robust Document Catalog Interface, an AI-driven Document Indexing Module, and an Advanced Search Interface that caters to diverse user needs while providing efficient and secure access to document resources. The proposal emphasizes the integration of machine learning for automatic data indexing and offers improved user experience across mobile and web platforms. Additional functionalities include detailed reporting capabilities, user role management, and a centralized notification system. This comprehensive framework is intended to bolster document security, accessibility, and overall system performance, ultimately supporting government operations and compliance with federal and state-level standards.
    RFI Sources Sought_IDEAL 2.0 Questions.docx
    The Department of Homeland Security, via its U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement division, issued a Request for Information (RFI) for the Imaged Document and Exemplars Library (IDEAL) 2.0 project. This document seeks information from potential vendors about their capabilities, experience, and socio-economic status related to the provision of IT and Telecom services, specifically supporting application development. The RFI outlines various sections covering entity information, specific requirements, recent experience, and additional insights. Vendors are prompted to provide business size classification, past project examples, staff readiness, technical capabilities, and any relevant contract vehicles. Key points of interest include proficiency in Agile methodologies, forensic lab support, cloud services, and mobile application development. The document emphasizes the desire for feedback on the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) and solicits recommendations to improve the proposed approach. This RFI serves as a preliminary gauge of interest and capability from companies interested in potentially bidding on subsequent solicitations for the IDEAL 2.0 initiative.
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