Data Privacy Framework Justification
Overview
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Original Source
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (ITA), Office of Global Data Policy and Privacy (OGDPP) has issued a Limited Sources Justification for Data Privacy Framework (DPF) Program Administration Support Services. This action justifies a follow-on task order to ensure uninterrupted performance of critical services while a new competitive acquisition is completed.
Purpose & Scope
This justification is for non-personal services to support the administration of the DPF Program. The DPF Program facilitates transatlantic data transfers between the U.S., EU, UK, and Switzerland by enabling U.S. organizations to self-certify compliance with relevant data privacy frameworks. Key tasks include:
- Reviewing self-certification and annual re-certification applications.
- Reviewing privacy policies for compliance.
- Verifying registration and payment to third-party dispute resolution providers.
- Communicating with participating organizations and responding to inquiries.
- Maintaining timely application review cycles. The support involves approximately six (6) contractor Full-Time Equivalents (FTEs), with potential to scale up to twelve (12) FTEs.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Task Order
- Contract Vehicle: GSA MAS Contract No. 47QTCA22D0048
- Period of Performance: A one-year base period (April 4, 2026 - April 3, 2027), with an option to extend services for up to an additional six months.
- Place of Performance: Washington, DC.
- Set-Aside: The current contractor, Trident Technical Solutions LLC d/b/a Ardent Eagle Solutions (AES), is a Small Business. This justification is for a limited source, not a competitive set-aside.
Justification & Context
This action is a logical follow-on to an existing order, citing GSAR 538.7104-3(b)(iii) for issuing the order on a sole-source basis in the interest of economy and efficiency. It is necessary because the current task order expires on April 4, 2026, and the competitive acquisition for a new contract vehicle (SS2/OPS) will not be awarded before May 2026. This ensures continuity of critical DPF program operations and mitigates risks. Market research confirmed the availability of other qualified sources, but the logical follow-on is deemed in the best interest of the Government.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Omar Mohamed
- Email: omohamed@doc.gov
- Published Date: April 3, 2026