Request for Information - Investigative Support Services
ID: D-25-ST-0000Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFDRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATIONHEADQUATERSSPRINGFIELD, VA, 22152, USA

Set Aside

8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) (8A)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f99a661044604dbebaab0aa95a69073e/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Oct 25, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Oct 25, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Nov 12, 2024, 3:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Justice, specifically the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), is seeking input from contractors through a Request for Information (RFI) for Investigative Support Services. The objective is to identify vendors capable of providing technical support services related to investigative technology projects, network management, and web applications that enhance field communications systems. This initiative is part of the DEA's effort to engage small businesses in supporting critical technical operations while ensuring confidentiality due to the sensitive nature of the requirements. Interested vendors must submit a comprehensive capabilities statement and relevant experience by November 12, 2024, at 10:00 AM EST, with inquiries directed to Robert A. Jones at robert.a.jonesjr@dea.gov or by phone at 571-776-1215.

Point(s) of Contact
Robert A Jones
(571) 776-1215
robert.a.jonesjr@dea.gov
Files
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Posted
RFI - Investigative Support Services (D-25-ST-0000).pdf
Oct 25, 2024, 8:48 PM UTC
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to gather input from contractors capable of providing technical support services for investigative technology projects, network management, and web applications that bolster field communications systems. This RFI is intended for market research purposes only and does not solicit actual quotes or indicate a future contract. Interested vendors must submit a comprehensive capabilities statement, details of relevant experience over the past three years, System for Award Management (SAM) registration, and business size classifications. The DEA will evaluate these submissions to determine which vendors qualify to receive further information, including the signing of Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), due to the sensitive nature of the requirement. Responses must be sent via email to a designated government contact by November 12, 2024, at 10:00 AM EST, and inquiries via phone will not be accepted. This initiative underscores the government’s effort to engage small and capable businesses in supporting technical facets critical to their operations while ensuring confidentiality in disclosures related to the project.
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