Cellebrite
ID: D-25-WA-0041Type: Special Notice
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JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFDRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATIONOFFICE ACQUISITION MANAGEMENTSPRINGFIELD, VA, 22152, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/ebfc10a26a6a4ddd8ba10048c258e9a9/view
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    The Department of Justice, specifically the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), intends to award a sole-source contract for Cellebrite License Subscriptions to Carahsoft Technology Corp., which is essential for decryption and downloading data from mobile devices in criminal investigations. This procurement is critical as it enhances the DEA's capabilities in digital forensics, allowing for more effective law enforcement operations. The contract will cover various subscriptions with a performance period from September 21, 2025, to September 20, 2026, and will be awarded based on the lowest price that meets technical acceptance standards. Interested parties are encouraged to express their ability to provide similar services, and for further inquiries, they may contact Jose Marin at jose.l.marin@dea.gov.

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    Jose Marin
    jose.l.marin@dea.gov
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    A28 Notice of Intent.pdf
    The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) intends to award a sole-source contract for Cellebrite License Subscriptions to Carahsoft Technology Corp., necessary for decryption and downloading data from mobile devices in criminal investigations. This acquisition falls under FAR Part 8 and is not open to competitive quotes, based on the sole-source justification that Cellebrite is the exclusive manufacturer and Carahsoft is its sole retail partner. The notice encourages other interested parties to express their ability to provide similar services. The contract covers various subscriptions with a performance period from September 21, 2025, to September 20, 2026, across multiple DEA locations. The basis for the award is the lowest price that meets technical acceptance standards. A Limited Source Justification is also included in adherence to Federal Acquisition Regulations. The document outlines specific clauses regarding national security and telecommunications standards, emphasizing compliance to safeguard sensitive information. Overall, the DEA's procurement reflects a strategic acquisition approach to critical software tools for enhancing law enforcement capabilities in digital forensics.
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