Notice of Intent to Solicit from A single Source - Forensic Software

Background
The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Office of Acquisitions (OAQ), is planning to award a sole source firm-fixed price purchase order to Sumuri LLC. This action is on behalf of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and is necessary due to the unique nature of the required forensic software products, which have no available resellers or distributors. The contract is classified as Law Enforcement Sensitive, indicating that sensitive information will be involved.

Work Details
The contract involves the procurement of forensic software products that are essential for HSI operations. The specific tasks include ensuring that the software meets all operational requirements set forth by HSI and providing necessary support and maintenance for the software as needed. The sole source justification indicates that no other supplies or services can fulfill these requirements, emphasizing the critical nature of this procurement.

Period of Performance
The period of performance for this contract is expected to commence on or before May 20, 2026, although specific time frames beyond this date are not detailed in the solicitation.

Place of Performance
The contract will be performed at the location of Sumuri LLC, which is situated at 40 S Main ST Magnolia, Delaware 19962-6205.