RFI - DOJ JMD Secure Communications
ID: JMDPSS-261126Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFOFFICES, BOARDS AND DIVISIONSJMD-PROCUREMENT SERVICES STAFFWASHINGTON, DC, 20530, USA

NAICS

Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - SECURITY AND COMPLIANCE AS A SERVICE (DJ10)

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No Set aside used (NONE)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/b6ebbbdb22f44dff8eddce82f3e926f2/view
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    Description

    The Department of Justice (DOJ) is seeking information from qualified vendors regarding secure communications platforms and services through a Request for Information (RFI) titled "DOJ JMD Secure Communications." The objective is to identify solutions that ensure secure, compliant, and auditable communications in regulated environments, particularly focusing on compliance with federal, state, and industry-specific requirements for messaging and data handling. This initiative is crucial for protecting sensitive communications against various threats while maintaining data sovereignty and enabling robust audit capabilities. Interested vendors should respond with detailed company information and technical capabilities by contacting DeChanta Vaughan at dechanta.s.vaughan@usdoj.gov or Sakura Higa at sakura.higa@usdoj.gov, with responses being strictly voluntary and unclassified.

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