Notice of Intent to Sole Source (FAR 13.5)
ID: HDTRA125Q0001Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE THREAT REDUCTION AGENCY (DTRA)

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Software Publishers (513210)

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https://sam.gov/opp/56f4718a24bf491db7266c76a2637da4/view
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    The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) intends to issue a sole source contract to Tangible Software, Inc. for the procurement of their ProV visitor access software, which is essential for granting temporary access to DTRA systems via Common Access Cards (CACs). This software is critical for enabling rapid, short-term network access for temporary users, significantly improving operational efficiency by allowing nearly instantaneous access compared to the current process that can take over a week. The contract will cover the renewal of 13 software licenses for a period from December 19, 2024, to December 18, 2029, and interested parties must respond in writing by the specified deadline to demonstrate their capability to provide similar services. For further inquiries, interested vendors can contact ACN Contract Opps at dtra.belvoir.al.mbx.dtra-contract-opps@mail.mil.

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    dtra.belvoir.al.mbx.dtra-contract-opps@mail.mil
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    FAR 13.106 Sole Source Determination_Redacted.pdf
    The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) intends to procure Tangible ProV software on a sole source basis. This software is critical for allowing visitors with Common Access Cards (CACs) to access DTRA networks without needing an Active Directory account. DTRA requires renewal of 13 software licenses for a period spanning from December 19, 2024, to December 18, 2029. The procurement is justified under FAR 13.106-1(b), as only this software meets the specific demands of DTRA to enable rapid, short-term network access for temporary users. Market research found that no alternative solutions meet the technical requirements, and the software was previously developed as a Government-Off-The-Shelf product. Its unique functionality supports compliance with the USCYBERCOM mandates and is essential for ensuring compatibility across the Department of Defense (DoD) networks. The current process for creating user accounts can take over a week, while this software allows for nearly instantaneous access, thereby supporting operational efficiency. Both the project manager and contracting officer have certified the procurement's necessity, marking it as the best value consistent with federal acquisition regulations.
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