Verification Tool - Seeking a Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) Security Method/Tool to Confirm Government Identity for Special Agents and Support-Personnel who Routinely Make Face-to-Face Contacts with the Public.
ID: 0200919Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THEINTERNAL REVENUE SERVICECRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20224, USA

NAICS

Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a2426bab2a0e45bfa80c55c523b6dca9/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of the Treasury, specifically the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Criminal Investigation division, is seeking information regarding a two-factor authentication (2FA) tool designed to verify the identity of Special Agents during public interactions. The objective is to enhance security and trust by allowing the public to confirm the authenticity of Special Agents through a verification process that may involve a government website and matching codes. This initiative is critical as Special Agents frequently engage with the public in sensitive situations, and a reliable verification method could significantly improve operational integrity. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their responses to the Request for Information (RFI) by November 18, 2024, at 4:00 PM EST, and should include their contact information and proprietary data handling instructions. For further inquiries, vendors may contact Harlan Daar at harlan.daar@ci.irs.gov or Allen Pride at allen.Pride@ci.irs.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Harlan Daar
    harlan.daar@ci.irs.gov
    Allen Pride
    allen.Pride@ci.irs.gov
    Files
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    RFI - Verification Tool.pdf
    The Internal Revenue Service – Criminal Investigation (CI) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to explore solutions for a two-factor authentication (2FA) tool that allows the public to verify the authenticity of Special Agents. Given that Special Agents frequently interact directly with the public during criminal investigations, a system for confirmation could enhance security and trust. The RFI outlines a potential scenario where a witness could validate a Special Agent's identity using a verification process involving a government website and a matching code sent to both the witness and the Agent. The IRS prefers a solution that integrates with its existing IT infrastructure, with weekly updates to personnel data. Responses to the RFI must be sent via email by November 18, 2024, and must include contact information and proprietary data handling instructions. The RFI indicates that responses are not binding offers and outlines that all costs incurred in responding are the respondent's responsibility. The process enables industry discussion but does not guarantee contract formation or feedback to respondents.
    Technical Questions - Verification Tool.pdf
    This document outlines technical questions associated with a Request for Information (RFI) from the federal government. It primarily seeks input on a Proprietary Data Protection Agreement (PDPA) to allow government personnel to evaluate RFI responses. Additionally, it inquires about recommended contracting strategies, available devices, software solutions, and essential technical features. The document emphasizes the need for a cost estimate for approximately five thousand federal employees covering a Base Year plus four Option Years, clarifying that this estimate is not a binding agreement. The purpose is to gather insights for informed decision-making in procurement processes related to government contracting and technology implementation.
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