Request for Information (RFI): Intelligence Community (IC) Data Co-op (ICDC)
ID: IARPA-RFI-24-07Type: Special Notice
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OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE

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Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518210)

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https://sam.gov/opp/eef70f8f1668438fa92235b5298f21b0/view
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    The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) is seeking proposals through a Request for Information (RFI) for the establishment of an Intelligence Community Data Co-op (ICDC). The primary objective is to develop a data co-op model that streamlines the acquisition of Commercially Available Information (CAI) and Publicly Available Information (PAI) for the intelligence community, while ensuring compliance with legal and policy requirements and enhancing data management practices. This initiative is crucial for overcoming current acquisition limitations and improving the integration of data across the IC, ultimately leading to cost savings and more effective data utilization. Interested parties are invited to submit white papers addressing their capabilities by September 10, 2024, to dni-iarpa-rfi-24-07@iarpa.gov. For further inquiries, respondents may contact Michael Shimoff at 301-243-1581 or Raymond Banks at 301-243-1353.

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    Amendment 1 RFI IC Data CoOp 20 Aug_Clean v.1.pdf
    The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) pertaining to the establishment of an Intelligence Community (IC) Data Co-op. This initiative aims to improve the acquisition of Commercially Available Information (CAI) and Publicly Available Information (PAI) for the IC by creating a more cohesive, cost-effective, and compliant data management approach. The proposal seeks to identify potential sources for a Prototype Other Transaction Agreement and requires interested parties to submit white papers by September 10, 2024. Key goals include streamlining the acquisition process, enhancing vendor vetting, and maintaining compliance with intellectual property rules. The operator of the proposed data co-op would facilitate integration of data, manage vendor relationships, and ensure the protection of personally identifiable information (PII). The RFI outlines significant challenges such as rapid data acquisition and adherence to privacy principles, culminating in a comprehensive data management plan. Responses to this RFI will help shape the future of data acquisition strategies within the IC while emphasizing ethical data use and efficient spending. The ODNI encourages innovative approaches to address the outlined complexities and improve the intelligence community's capacity to utilize data effectively.
    RFI IC Data CoOp 20 Aug_C.pdf
    The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking proposals for an Intelligence Community Data Co-op (ICDC). The primary goal is to develop a data co-op model to streamline the acquisition of Commercially Available Information (CAI) and Publicly Available Information (PAI) for the intelligence community (IC) while ensuring legal compliance and quality data management. Challenges include improving acquisition processes and vendor evaluation, protecting intellectual property, and enhancing data quality management. Respondents are invited to submit white papers that address the capabilities needed to support complex data requirements by September 10, 2024. Key considerations for vendors include identifying and vetting data sources, assessing costs and privacy implications, managing data licenses, and establishing secure processing environments. The RFI clarifies that this is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or obligation for the government to award contracts. It emphasizes the importance of thorough documentation and compliance with privacy standards throughout the data life cycle.
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