Managed Attribution/Anonymization System
ID: D-24-OD-0000Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFDRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATIONHEADQUATERSSPRINGFIELD, VA, 22152, USA

NAICS

Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - COMPUTE AS A SERVICE: MAINFRAME/SERVERS (DB10)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fb05ea1d9cd04a45869b79a0f75b50f8/view
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    Description

    The Department of Justice, specifically the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), is seeking information through a Request for Information (RFI) for a Managed Attribution/Anonymization System. This system is intended to provide technology solutions that mask IP addresses and browser attributes to protect identities and prevent activity tracking, while also incorporating features such as evidence collection capabilities, customizable exit node connections, mobile device management, and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). The DEA emphasizes the sensitive nature of this project and encourages participation from all business sizes, particularly small businesses, as they evaluate submissions for potential future collaborations. Interested vendors must submit a capabilities statement and relevant experiences by September 10, 2024, and are required to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to access further information. For inquiries, vendors can contact Robert A. Jones at robert.a.jonesjr@dea.gov or by phone at 571-776-1215.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Robert A Jones
    (571) 776-1215
    robert.a.jonesjr@dea.gov
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    A28 - RFI - Managed Attribution_Anonymization System.pdf
    The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is seeking information through a Request for Information (RFI) for an integrated Managed Attribution/Anonymization System. This solicitation is aimed at vendors capable of providing technology solutions that mask IP addresses and browser attributes to protect identities and prevent activity tracking. The system should also offer evidence collection capabilities, a customizable exit node connection, mobile device management, and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). Vendors interested in this opportunity must submit a capabilities statement, relevant experiences, and registration details, and are required to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to access further information. This RFI is open to all business sizes, although small businesses are particularly encouraged to participate. Responses are to be submitted by September 10, 2024, and inquiries will not be accepted at this stage. The DEA underscores the sensitive nature of this project and aims to evaluate submissions for potential future collaborations.
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