Defense Logistics Agency Social Media Search
ID: SocialMediaSearchType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDCSO RICHMOND DIVISION #2RICHMOND, VA, 23237, USA

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Marketing Research and Public Opinion Polling (541910)

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https://sam.gov/opp/a381b1f949a343e2a02fa1c5866ea6e3/view
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    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking a subscription service for social media and dark web search capabilities to enhance its investigative functions related to inspectors general. The procurement aims to acquire software that can collect and maintain publicly available social media data, while also providing analysis, visualization tools, and integration with AI and machine learning to improve investigations. This initiative is crucial for the DLA's commitment to enhancing its investigative capabilities through sophisticated online data collection and analysis tools, with a contract that includes a base year from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026, followed by four option years extending through April 2030. Interested vendors must submit a capability statement detailing their qualifications by February 11, 2025, to Joi Downing at joi.downing@dla.mil.

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    Joi Downing
    (804) 802-2490
    joi.downing@dla.mil
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    DRAFT Social Media Search Product Description (PD). docx.docx
    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking a subscription service for social media and dark web search capabilities to enhance investigative functions related to its inspectors general. The required software must collect and maintain publicly available social media data while providing analysis, visualization tools, and integration with AI and machine learning for improved investigations. The contract will include a base year followed by four option years, covering software access, ongoing maintenance, and support. The performance period for the base year runs from May 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026, with subsequent option years extending through April 2030. This initiative underscores the DLA’s commitment to enhancing its investigative capabilities through sophisticated online data collection and analysis tools.
    Instructions Sources Sought Social Media Search.docx
    The Defense Logistics Agency has issued a "Sources Sought" notice for an upcoming online subscription service related to social media search capabilities. This document is solely for planning purposes, with no commitment from the government to procure services at this stage. Interested vendors are required to submit a capability statement that includes their company details, relevant contract experience, socioeconomic status, and any applicable certifications. Responses are voluntary and will inform the government’s acquisition strategy, but no feedback or compensation will be provided. Vendors must keep their submissions to five pages and send them via email by the specified deadline. This notice reflects the government’s interest in gathering information that may lead to a Request for Quote (RFQ) in the future.
    Sources Sought Social Media Search.docx
    The Defense Logistics Agency is conducting a sources sought notice for a potential social media search service. This notice serves as a preliminary step for planning purposes and is not a request for quotes, nor does it obligate the government to acquire any services. Interested vendors are required to submit a capability statement that details their qualifications and relevant experiences. Essential information requested includes the company name, contract numbers, socioeconomic status, and past performance examples as both prime and subcontractor. Vendors must also clarify their intentions regarding teaming or subcontracting and share relevant certifications or equipment. Responses should be limited to five pages and submitted via email by the deadline of February 11, 2025. This notice indicates the government’s intention to gather industry input to inform future acquisition strategies related to social media capabilities.
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