1.5.1-SSJ Redacted.pdf
Posted: Sept. 19, 2025
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This sole source justification for simplified acquisitions (J&A) is issued by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), specifically the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Office of Acquisition Management.
The purpose of this J&A is to justify a contract for a three-month trial/demo license from Castle Global, Inc. (Hive) for use at the Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Cyber Crimes Center (C3). The contract will be executed on a firm-fixed-price basis and is justified under the premise that only one source is reasonably available to meet the specific needs of the agency.
The anticipated cost for this procurement will not exceed $250,000. The rationale for selecting Castle Global, Inc. is based on their unique capability to detect content with precision, which is critical in addressing the growing challenges posed by digital exploitation.
The trial/demo license aims to enhance operational efficiency by automating data processing and analysis, thereby allowing HSI personnel to focus on cases involving real victims. The justification highlights a significant increase in incidents reported by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, emphasizing the urgent need for effective tools to combat these threats.
Additionally, it notes that Castle Global has been selected based on prior market research and comparisons with similar products/services, ensuring that the pricing is fair and reasonable.
The purpose of this J&A is to justify a contract for a three-month trial/demo license from Castle Global, Inc. (Hive) for use at the Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Cyber Crimes Center (C3). The contract will be executed on a firm-fixed-price basis and is justified under the premise that only one source is reasonably available to meet the specific needs of the agency.
The anticipated cost for this procurement will not exceed $250,000. The rationale for selecting Castle Global, Inc. is based on their unique capability to detect content with precision, which is critical in addressing the growing challenges posed by digital exploitation.
The trial/demo license aims to enhance operational efficiency by automating data processing and analysis, thereby allowing HSI personnel to focus on cases involving real victims. The justification highlights a significant increase in incidents reported by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, emphasizing the urgent need for effective tools to combat these threats.
Additionally, it notes that Castle Global has been selected based on prior market research and comparisons with similar products/services, ensuring that the pricing is fair and reasonable.
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