SPECIAL NOTICE
D -- Computer Forensic Recovery Devices
- Notice Date
- 2/15/2011
- Notice Type
- Special Notice
- NAICS
- 334111
— Electronic Computer Manufacturing
- Contracting Office
- Department of the Treasury, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), National Office Procurement (OS:A:P), 6009 Oxon Hill Road, Suite 500, Oxon Hill, Maryland, 20745
- ZIP Code
- 20745
- Solicitation Number
- V1V002MCF12000
- Archive Date
- 3/8/2011
- Point of Contact
- Terrance J. Vidale, Phone: 2022832420
- E-Mail Address
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Terrance.j.vidale@irs.gov
(Terrance.j.vidale@irs.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- The IRS intends to make an award to Digital Intelligence for the purchase of Ultra Kit III w/ eSATA + Ultra Block USB for acquiring a forensically sound image of virtually any hard drive known to exist and its in accordance with FAR 6.302-1(a), which authorizes other than full and open competition when there is only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. The associated North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes are 334111. Brand Name Justification: The three member agencies of the joint DHS/Treasury Computer Forensic Training Program (TCFTP) have designed a training curriculum and initial equipment issue for newly selected computer forensic examiners that is voted on and approved by IRS, USSS and DHS-ICE and funded by TEOAF. All items in this JOFOC are a critical part of the joint training program and have been chosen and voted upon by the three member agencies. TCFTP utilizes a field kit containing a collection of Tableau hardware write blockers for write protecting digital evidence that are self-contained in a waterproof and shockproof pelican case. The Tableau hardware write blockers included in this kit include IDE/PATA, SATA, eSATA, SCSI and USB blockers and all necessary power adapters, data and power cables, and adapters for all the various hard disk connection types available. The selection of these Tableau write blockers by the three agencies is based on extensive testing and field use of these devices by IRS, USSS and DHS-ICE and the agencies have jointly determined that they meet the needs of the TCFTP. The following Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) provisions and clauses in effect through FAC 2005-41 are applicable to this procurement: FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to offerors - Commercial, and FAR 212-2, Evaluation - Commercial Items, apply to this acquisition. Offerors shall include a fully executed copy of FAR provisions at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items, with their offer. FAR Clauses 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items, 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Order - Commercial Items applies to this acquisition. Per 12.603(b) the SF 1449 is not used. FAR clause 52.222-21, Prohibition of Segregated Facilities; 52.222-26, Equal Opportunity; 52.222-35, Equal Opportunity for Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era, and Other Eligible Veterans; 52.222-36, Affirmative Action for Workers with Disabilities; 52.222-37, Employment Reports on Special Disabled Veterans, Veterans of the Vietnam Era and Other Eligible Veterans and 52.232-33, Payment of Electronic Funds Transfer – Central Contractor Registration – 52.204-7. 1 IR1052.239-9008 Section 508 - Information, Documentation, and Support (Sep 2006) In accordance with 36 CFR 1194, Subpart D, the electronic information technology (EIT) products and product support services furnished in performance of this contract shall be documented to indicate the current conformance level with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, per the 1998 Amendments, and the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Boards Electronic and Information Technology Accessibility Standards. At no time during the performance of the award shall the level of conformance go below the level of conformance in place at the time of award. At no additional cost, the contractor shall provide information, documentation, and support relative to the supplies and services as described in this Purchase Order. The contractor shall maintain this detailed listing of compliant products for the full contract term, including forms of extensions, and shall ensure that it is current within five calendar days after award and within three calendar days of changes in products being utilized as follows: _X_ (a)Product support documentation provided to end-users shall be made available in alternate formats upon request, at no additional charge. _X_ (b) End-users shall have access to a description of the accessibility and compatibility features of products in alternate formats or alternate methods upon request, at no additional charge. _X_ (c) Support services for products shall accommodate the communication needs of end-users with disabilities. [End of clause] 2 IR1052.239-9009 Section 508 Conformance (Sep 2006) Each electronic and information technology (EIT) product and/or product-related service delivered under the terms of this contract, at a minimum, shall conform to applicable EIT accessibility standards at 36 CFR 1194 at the level of conformance specified in this Purchase Order. The following technical standards have been determined to be applicable to this contract: ___1194.21, Software applications and operating systems. _(a) _(b) _(c) _(d) _(e) _(f) _(g) _(h) _(i) _(j) _(k) I_(l) ___1194.22, Web-based intranet and internet information and applications. _(a) _(b) _(c)_(d) _(e) _(f) _(g)_(h) _(i) _(j) _(k) I_(l) M_(m) _(n) _(o) _(p) _ __ 1194.23, Telecommunications products. _(a) _(b) _(c) _(d) _(e) _(f) _(g) _(h) _(i) _(j) _(k) ___1194.24, Video and multimedia products. _(a) _(b) _(c) _(d) ___1194.25, Self contained, closed products. _X_(a) _X_(b) _X_(c) _X_(d) _X_(e) _X_(f) _X_(g) _X_(h) _X_(i) _X_(j) _X_1194.26, Desktop and portable computers. _X_(a) _X_(b) _X_(c) _X_(d) The standards do not require the installation of specific accessibility-related software or the attachment of an assistive technology device, but merely require that the EIT be compatible with such software and devices so that it can be made accessible if so required by the agency in the future. The following functional performance criteria (36 CFR 1194.31) apply to this contract. _X_(a) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require user vision shall be provided, or support for assistive technology used by people who are blind or visually impaired shall be provided. _X_(b) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require visual acuity greater than 20/70 shall be provided in audio and enlarged print output working together or independently, or support for assistive technology used by people who are visually impaired shall be provided. _X_(c) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require user hearing shall be provided, or support for assistive technology used by people who are deaf or hard of hearing shall be provided. _X_ (d) Where audio information is important for the use of a product, at least one mode of operation and information retrieval shall be provided in an enhanced auditory fashion, or support for assistive hearing devices shall be provided. _X_(e) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require user speech shall be provided, or support for assistive technology used by people with disabilities shall be provided. _X_ (f) At least one mode of operation and information retrieval that does not require fine motor control or simultaneous actions and that is operable with limited reach and strength shall be provided. [End of clause] This notice of intent to award should not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a formal Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quote (RFQ) or contract. Any information provided to the Government is strictly voluntary. If parties choose to respond, responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation, which shall be considered by the agency however, any cost associated with the preparation and submission of data or any other costs incurred in response to this announcement are the sole responsibility of the respondent and will not be reimbursed by the Government. If no compelling responses are received, the award for this requirement will be made to Digital Intelligence. Send all information to Terrance.J.Vidale@irs.gov. This notice of intent to award will close at 8:00 am EST, Monday February 21st, 2011.
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- Place of Performance
- Address: Glynco, Georgia, 31524, United States
- Zip Code: 31524
- Zip Code: 31524
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