USCIS Card Personalization System Technology Refreshment (CPSTR)
ID: 70SBUR24R00000024Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS CITIZENSHIP AND IMMIGRATION SERVICESUSCIS CONTRACTING OFFICE(ERBUR)Williston, VT, 05495, USA

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- SPECIAL INDUSTRY MACHINERY (J036)

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https://sam.gov/opp/2f1c1fe7032145d7836fc3e4e012c600/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), is seeking to award a sole-source Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for the ongoing maintenance, optional testing, and supply of consumables for the Card Personalization System Technology Refreshment (CPSTR) to General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT). This procurement is critical as GDIT is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of the CPSTR equipment, which is essential for personalizing identification cards that support the agency's operations in producing millions of cards annually. The contract will ensure the continued functionality and efficiency of the CPSTR systems located in Corbin, Kentucky, and Lee’s Summit, Missouri, with proposals due by September 9, 2024, at 3:00 PM ET. Interested parties may contact Taylor Quintin at Taylor.J.Quintin@uscis.dhs.gov or Way Goodman at waynette.a.goodman@uscis.dhs.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Taylor Quintin
    Taylor.J.Quintin@uscis.dhs.gov
    Way Goodman, Senior Contract Specialist
    waynette.a.goodman@uscis.dhs.gov
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    CPSTR Justification and Approval REDACTED FINAL.pdf
    The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) seeks to justify a sole-source procurement for ongoing maintenance, testing, and consumables related to the Card Personalization System Technology Refreshment (CPSTR) with General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT). This action, supported by 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1), is necessary due to GDIT being the only entity equipped to maintain and provide services for this specialized identification card system, which personalizes cards using proprietary software and hardware critical to producing millions of cards annually. The contract includes technical support, software upgrades, on-site assistance, training, and supply of necessary consumables. Market research confirms GDIT's unique capabilities and their status as Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), making them the sole provider for these services. While other vendors expressed interest, it was concluded that maintaining the existing system was imperative to avoid significant production delays amid increasing card issuance demands. This justification will be publicly available following the contract award, upholding government transparency standards while ensuring competitive opportunities for future contracts.
    RFP 70SBUR24R00000024 - Combined Synopsis to GDIT_Solicitation CPSTR_20240904.pdf
    The USCIS Card Personalization System Technology Refreshment (CPSTR) Request for Proposal (RFP)# 70SBUR24R00000024 outlines a solicitation for commercial services related to the maintenance and consumables of the CPSTR, an identification card personalization system. The procurement aims to provide ongoing maintenance, optional testing, and consumables, specifically targeting General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. (GDIT). The proposal period is slated from September 18, 2024, to June 17, 2029, with responses due by September 9, 2024, at 3:00 PM ET. This RFP is unrestricted, and contractors are invited to submit proposals using a specified pricing spreadsheet. Key elements include background checks for contractor personnel, adherence to federal regulations, and compliance with multiple FAR clauses regarding employee rights and environmental considerations. The project emphasizes privacy training related to personal information handling. This initiative reflects the USCIS's commitment to modernizing its systems to ensure the efficient processing and mailing of identification cards while complying with regulatory standards.
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