Sole Source award to Crash Data Group for Bosch Crash Data software subscription
ID: 70B06C25P00000064Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTIONMISSION SUPPORT CONTRACTING DIVISIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20229, USA

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Electronic Computer Manufacturing (334111)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - COMPUTE: SERVERS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7B22)

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https://sam.gov/opp/988adc84d21848979868645be7390794/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is seeking a sole source award for a subscription renewal of Bosch Crash Data software from Crash Data Group, Inc. This software is critical for the Office of Professional Responsibility to conduct investigations into traffic collisions involving CBP personnel, as it provides access to vital data from vehicle airbag control modules, enabling the assessment of factors such as vehicle speed and seatbelt usage. The estimated value of the software subscription is $18,900, which has been determined to be fair and reasonable based on previous purchasing history, and the acquisition is justified due to the lack of alternative suppliers capable of meeting the specific technical requirements. Interested parties can refer to the official notice for further details on the procurement process.

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    JOFOC JA - Software Rnwl Bosch CDR_signed mf_approved ss30Jan2025.pdf
    The document outlines the justification for the acquisition of a software subscription renewal for fourteen Bosch Crash Data Recorders (CDR) by the Department of Homeland Security’s Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The Bosch CDR software is essential for the Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR) to conduct thorough investigations of traffic collisions involving CBP personnel. The software allows access to critical data from a vehicle's airbag control module, thus enabling investigators to determine key factors such as vehicle speed and seatbelt usage. The justification includes details on the sole-source nature of the acquisition, as Bosch products are uniquely qualified to meet the agency's needs, with Crash Data Group being the only authorized retailer. Market research corroborates this exclusivity, confirming no equivalent products are available. The estimated value of the software subscription is $18,900, deemed fair and reasonable based on past purchasing history. The contracting officer certifies that this acquisition is in the government's best interests due to the lack of alternative suppliers capable of meeting the technical specifications required. This document signifies compliance with federal acquisition regulations and the need for cost-effective solutions in government procurement.
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