FY26-30 A45 Transcription Services
ID: 15M10226QA4700011Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFUS MARSHALS SERVICEDEPT OF JUSTICE US MARSHAL SERVICEDAYTON, OH, 45402, USA

NAICS

Other Computer Related Services (541519)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - COMPUTE: SERVERS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7B22)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/f622fc390bc34c1c847dae92805a2cf3/view
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    Description

    The Department of Justice, specifically the U.S. Marshals Service, is soliciting proposals for transcription services as part of the FY26-30 A45 Transcription Services contract. This Request for Quote (RFQ) requires a contractor to transcribe both digital and physical audio/video files, including Spanish-to-English translation, with options for expedited delivery within 10 and 3 days. The contract emphasizes the secure handling of sensitive information and compliance with various DOJ security and privacy regulations, necessitating background investigations for personnel and strict data security protocols. Interested small businesses must submit their completed quotes to Renee Leaman via email by December 10, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST, with the contract overseen by the Contracting Officer Representative, Demetria Leslie.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Renee Leaman
    renee.leaman@usdoj.gov
    James McKay
    James.McKay@usdoj.gov
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    15M10226QA4700011 RFQ.pdf
    The United States Marshals Service (USMS) Office of Employee and Labor Relations (OELR) is soliciting proposals for transcription services. This Request for Quote (RFQ) seeks a contractor to transcribe digital and physical audio/video files, including Spanish-to-English translation, with options for 10-day and 3-day delivery. The contract spans from FY26-30 and is set aside for small businesses. Key requirements include secure handling of sensitive information, compliance with DOJ security and privacy regulations (DOJ-02, DOJ-05, DOJ Order 0904, FISMA), personnel background investigations, and strict data security protocols for all systems and data, including Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Invoicing must be monthly through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP), and contractors are responsible for victim remediation in case of data breaches. The COR for this contract is Demetria Leslie.
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