Requirement for FTK Lab and CAIR Support
ID: SHOP-PR-25-000759Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATIONDIVISION 1800QUANTICO, VA, 22135, USA

NAICS

Other Business Support Services (56149)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - IT MANAGEMENT TOOLS/PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7F20)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/0b97dc5c94e94615bb99009da2e11ae6/view
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    Description

    The Department of Justice, specifically the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), is soliciting quotes for a contract to provide IT management and specialized technical support for the FTK Lab and CAIR Support Services within its Operational Technology Division. The contractor will be responsible for delivering 24/7 technical assistance and troubleshooting for the AccessData forensic suite utilized by the Computer Analysis Response Team (CART), along with expert support in digital forensics and training logistics. This contract, which spans from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2030, includes options for renewal and requires contractors to have Top-Secret clearance and comply with Revised 508 Standards. Interested parties should contact Teala Watkins at tmwatkins@fbi.gov for further details, as the evaluation will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) model.

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    Teala Watkins
    tmwatkins@fbi.gov
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    Request for Quote - FTK Lab and CAIR Support 2025.pdf
    The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is soliciting quotes for a contract to provide IT management and specialized technical support for the FTK Lab and CAIR Support Services within its Operational Technology Division. This non-personal services contract requires the contractor to provide 24/7 technical assistance and troubleshooting for the AccessData forensic suite used by the Computer Analysis Response Team (CART). The contract's duration extends from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2030, with options for renewal. Key responsibilities include providing expert support related to digital forensics, conducting training logistics, and maintaining communication with program coordinators. Contractors must possess Top-Secret clearance and adhere to Revised 508 Standards. The evaluation of quotes will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) model, whereby submissions are assessed for pricing and technical compliance. The contractor is also obligated to submit electronic invoices through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP). This document outlines the requirements, evaluation criteria, and administrative procedures pertinent to potential contractors, emphasizing the FBI's commitment to acquiring the necessary support for its digital forensic operations efficiently and effectively.
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