Limited Sources Justification (LSJ) for Security Operations (SecOps) Support Services Interim Task Order
ID: FY23-0013Type: Justification
AwardedFeb 1, 2023
Award #:GS-35F-242GA
Overview

Buyer

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

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - SECURITY AND COMPLIANCE SUPPORT SERVICES (LABOR) (DJ01)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/592e9d184dd845b2bc527a77ee84a1ec/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), is seeking to justify limited sources for the procurement of Security Operations (SecOps) Support Services through an interim task order. This opportunity involves the posting of a Limited Sources Justification (LSJ) in accordance with FAR 8.405-6(a)(2)(i)(B), indicating the need for specialized IT and telecom security and compliance support services. The services are critical for maintaining the security and operational integrity of USCIS functions, particularly in the Camp Springs, MD area. Interested parties can reach out to Dianne E. Valiando at dianne.e.valiando@uscis.dhs.gov or Monty Kurtz at Monty.N.Kurtz@uscis.dhs.gov for further details.

    Files
    Title
    Posted
    SecOps Interim Order -8 LSJ_Redacted.pdf
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