iCYLON Subscription Service
ID: 70RTAC24Q00000098Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFOFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONSINFO TECH ACQ CENTERWASHINGTON, DC, 20528, USA

NAICS

Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services (519290)

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NEWSPAPERS AND PERIODICALS (7630)

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https://sam.gov/opp/a3ec8b5d166541788be2a60efab27501/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is seeking to award a sole source contract for the iCYLON Subscription Service to iCYLON LLC, based in Tysons Corner, VA. This procurement aims to provide essential data integration services that are critical for DHS Law Enforcement and Intelligence Analysts in their efforts to combat transnational criminal activities, including drug trafficking and the misuse of sensitive technologies. The iCYLON service is uniquely qualified to meet the stringent requirements for comprehensive, searchable databases with international reach, which are vital for thorough criminal investigations. Interested parties can submit quotes via email to Contracting Officer Andrea Walker at Andrea.Walker@hq.dhs.gov, with the contract expected to cover a 12-month base period and two optional 12-month extensions, under solicitation number 70RTAC24Q00000098.

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    Andrea Walker
    Andrea.Walker@hq.dhs.gov
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    Redacted SSJ iCYLON.pdf
    The Sole Source Justification (SSJ) document outlines the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) rationale for procuring the iCYLON Subscription Service from iCYLON, LLC, under federal acquisition regulations permitting sole-source contracts. iCYLON is uniquely qualified, holding exclusive rights to specialized data integration services essential for DHS Law Enforcement and Intelligence Analysts to effectively combat transnational criminal activities, including drug trafficking and the misuse of sensitive technologies. The SSJ emphasizes the critical need for comprehensive, searchable databases that cover multiple data types with international reach, which are essential for thorough criminal investigations. Market research confirms that no other providers can meet the stringent requirements outlined. The contracting officer has determined the anticipated costs will be fair and reasonable, basing evaluations on previous contracts with similar services to ensure cost efficiency. Approval for the contract is pending from the appropriate procurement authority within DHS.
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