Counternarcotics Counter Threat Finance Managed Attribution

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides a detailed breakdown of the CLIN (Contract Line Item Number) structure for the opportunity. It outlines the specific products and services, their associated part numbers, quantities, units, and the period of performance (Base or Option) for each item.

• CLINs: Numbered line items for distinct goods or services.
• Description: Specific name of the product or service (e.g., Authentic8 Tier 1 CONUS Single Tenant Egress Point, Authentic8 Silo for Research Toolbox).
• Part Number: Unique identifier for each item.
• QTY: Quantity required for the CLIN.
• Unit: Unit of measure (e.g., Each).
• Base or Option Period: Indicates whether the CLIN applies to the Base Period or an Option Period.
• PoP START DATE: The start date for the Period of Performance for each CLIN.

This attachment is crucial for bidders to understand the specific components of the contract, including the types and quantities of software licenses, support, and other services required. It directly informs pricing strategies and proposal development by detailing the scope of work for both the base period and potential option periods.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a brand name commercial item for Counter Narcotics Counter Threat Finance Managed Attribution (CN/CTF) services. The government intends to award a single contract based on the best value to the Government, using a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; a written solicitation will not be issued.

• The acquisition is for brand name Authentic8 part numbers.

• The contractor shall provide the specified Authentic8 part numbers as detailed in Attachment 1.

• The quote must demonstrate a clear understanding of the scope of work and the capability to fulfill the CN/CTF requirement.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: Base Period (04 March 2026 – 03 March 2027) and Option Period 1 (04 March 2027 – 03 March 2028).

• NAICS Code: 513210 (Software Publishers) with a size standard of $47M.

• Set-Aside: No small business set-aside; solicited as full and open.

• Submission Method: Email to gayle.blaszak.1@us.af.mil and chase.gordon@us.af.mil.

• Response Due Date: 3 March 2026 @ 3:00 PM EST.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Offers will be evaluated for technical acceptability first, then price.

• Quote Requirements: Must include a cover letter with specific information, a quote for the brand name Authentic8 part numbers structured per Attachment 1, and pricing for both the Base and Option Periods.

• Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov and WAWF.

• Full and open competition under NAICS code 513210.

• The Government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation.

• Offerors are responsible for costs incurred in developing their quote.

• Offerors must include representations and certifications (FAR 52.212-3) and adhere to contract terms and conditions (FAR 52.212-4 and 52.212-5).

• Attachments include: Brand Name Authentic8 Part Numbers, Provisions and Clauses, and Brand Name Justification (Redacted).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Sole Source Justification for a brand-name acquisition of the Authentic8 Silo for Research (SfR) Managed Attribution (MA) solution. The Department of War (DoW) requires this solution to support counternarcotics (CN) and counter threat finance (CTF) analysts in their mission to detect and monitor illicit activities. The MA solution is critical for securely accessing publicly available information (PAI) while protecting DoW systems and analysts from adversarial detection and malicious code.

• A cloud-based, scalable virtual browser that provides obfuscation through worldwide foreign egress points and customizable user agent strings.

• Enterprise control over browser functions, including file uploads/downloads, copy/paste restrictions, CAC authentication, and citation capabilities.

• Complete and auditable logs of user activity, with encryption capabilities.

• The specific Authentic8, Inc. part numbers for the SfR MA solution, including egress points, the Silo for Research Toolbox, and premium support.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)

• Period of Performance: One-year Base Year (04 March 2026 - 03 March 2027) and one (1) one-year Option Period (04 March 2027 - 03 March 2028).

• Estimated Contract Value: $1,696,052.92

• Funding: Operation and Maintenance (O&M) 3400 funds.

• This requirement will be solicited as a full and open Combined Synopsis/Solicitation on SAM.Gov.

• The Government will rely on adequate competition to establish price fair and reasonableness.

• The previous contract was awarded to Authentic8, Inc., a small business. However, the current requirement will be solicited as full and open.

• The justification cites 41 USC 1901 IAW FAR 12.102(b) Table 12-1 as the statutory authority for other than full and open competition.

• Market research identified Authentic8 as the only provider meeting all mandatory requirements, citing unique qualifications and the need for continuity of operations.

• Migrating from the current solution would incur significant costs, delays, and operational risks.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document lists clauses that are incorporated by reference into a contract. It serves as a reference for bidders to understand the legal and regulatory requirements that will apply to the contract.

• A comprehensive list of FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement) clauses.
• Each clause is identified by its number, title, and the year it was last updated.
• Some clauses are further specified with an "Alt No/Dev No" (Alternate Number/Deviation Number).
• Clauses are organized by section (e.g., SEC I, SEC K, SEC L, SEC G, SEC M, SEC F, SEC E).

Bidders must review these incorporated clauses to understand their contractual obligations, including but not limited to:

• Requirements for proposals and representations (e.g., 52.204-24, 52.209-7, 52.212-3, 52.219-33).
• Contract performance requirements (e.g., 52.212-4, 252.211-7003).
• Payment and invoicing procedures (e.g., 252.232-7003, 252.232-7007).
• Compliance with laws and regulations (e.g., 252.225-7001, 52.229-11).
• Specific prohibitions and restrictions (e.g., 252.204-7018, 252.209-7004).

Understanding these clauses is critical for preparing a compliant offer and for fulfilling contract requirements if awarded.