Integrated Traveler Initiative (ITI), continue of LBI services-P00003
ID: 70B04C21F00001386-P00003Type: Justification
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HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTIONINFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CONTRACTING DIVISIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20229, USA

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - IT MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR) (DF01)

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https://sam.gov/opp/bf3b11d4d2ac4b41a548fae37769d49c/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is seeking to modify an existing task order for the Integrated Traveler Initiative (ITI) to continue services provided by Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC). The modification is necessary as the current task order, which is set to expire on January 31, 2023, requires specialized IT management support services that only SAIC can provide due to the unique nature of the services. This initiative is critical for enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of traveler processing at U.S. borders. Interested parties can reach out to Sharon Hallinan at sharon.e.hallinan@cbp.dhs.gov for further inquiries regarding this sole-source procurement.

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    Sharon Hallinan
    sharon.e.hallinan@cbp.dhs.gov
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