ContractSpecial Notice

ACEIT Software Renewal

DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY• 20150644
Response Deadline
Mar 25, 2025
Deadline passed
Days Remaining
0
Closed
Set-Aside
Full & Open
Notice Type
Special Notice

Contract Opportunity Analysis

The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is seeking to renew its contract for the Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools (ACEIT) software licenses through a sole source award to Tecolote Research, Inc. This procurement aims to provide essential software licenses and training that support the development of program lifecycle cost estimates (PLCCEs), which are critical for effective resource allocation within the agency. The ACEIT suite is recognized as an industry standard tool that streamlines the cost estimation process, thereby enhancing the operational efficiency of CBP's Air and Marine Operations (AMO). The anticipated contract period is from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, with options for two additional years through March 31, 2028. Interested contractors who believe they can meet the requirements are encouraged to contact the Contracting Officer, Caitlin M. Jenkins, via email at caitlin.m.jenkins@cbp.dhs.gov by the specified response date.

Classification Codes

NAICS Code
513210
Software Publishers
PSC Code
7F20
IT AND TELECOM - IT MANAGEMENT TOOLS/PRODUCTS (HARDWARE AND PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE)

Solicitation Documents

2 Files
ACEIT-License-Training-SOW-v1_2025_3-20-25_SAM.pdf
PDF•171 KB•Mar 20, 2025
AI Summary
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) seeks a contractor for the Automated Cost Estimating Integrated Tools (ACEIT) software distribution, maintenance, and support for the Air and Marine Operations (AMO). This initiative is grounded in the DHS's mission to enhance national security by providing essential tools for acquisition program lifecycle cost estimates (PLCCE). The ACEIT suite is a recognized standard aimed at streamlining the development of PLCCEs, which are crucial for the DHS’s resource allocation decisions. The contractor's responsibilities include delivering software updates, maintenance, and non-analytical technical support for seven users at the Ronald Reagan Building. The performance period includes a base year from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, with two optional extensions through 2028. This contract not only emphasizes the ongoing need for technical support but also highlights the importance of maintaining up-to-date cost estimating tools essential for managing DHS acquisition programs efficiently and effectively.
Att_2-Sole_Source_Determination_Not_Exceeding_SAT_Redact_Redacted.pdf
PDF•228 KB•Mar 20, 2025
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Project Timeline

postedOriginal Solicitation PostedMar 20, 2025
deadlineResponse DeadlineMar 25, 2025
expiryArchive DateApr 9, 2025

Agency Information

Department
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
Sub-Tier
US CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION
Office
AIR AND MARINE CONTRACTING DIVISION

Place of Performance

Washington, District of Columbia, UNITED STATES

Official Sources

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