Notice of Intent - 20150656
ID: 20150656Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS

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Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - DATA CENTER PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7C20)

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No Set aside used (NONE)

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https://sam.gov/opp/3fee7beb540e40e2aba15d4686fe8cd9/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically Customs and Border Protection, intends to contract with Cellebrite Inc. for the training of proprietary licenses related to data center products and services. This procurement is justified under the sole source provision, indicating that only Cellebrite Inc. can fulfill the agency's specific training requirements due to the unique nature of their proprietary technology. The notice serves as a notification of intent to acquire these services and is not a request for competitive proposals; therefore, no formal solicitation package will be issued. Interested parties who believe they can meet the requirements must provide detailed technical documentation to support their capabilities, although no award will be made based on proposals received in response to this notice. The government will not be responsible for any costs incurred in preparing responses to this announcement.

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