Intent to Sole Source--Dark Web
Type: Special Notice
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFHEADQUARTERS PROCUREMENT SERVICESWASHINGTON, DC, 20585, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/88cd246b11d54548a39502a8609f3622/view
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    The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) intends to award a sole source purchase order to Recorded Future for services related to monitoring the Dark Web for information pertinent to the DOE and its affiliates. The objective of this procurement is to identify any breaches, cyber vulnerabilities, or unauthorized access related to DOE networks, employees, contractors, and intellectual property. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the security posture of the DOE by proactively addressing potential threats and vulnerabilities. The period of performance for this contract will be one year, from September 20, 2024, through September 19, 2025. Interested parties who believe they can fulfill this requirement must submit a capability statement to Kelley Vandecoevering at kelley.vandecoevering@hq.doe.gov within 15 days of the notice, as no solicitation will be issued.

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    Kelley Vandecoevering
    kelley.vandecoevering@hq.doe.gov
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