FBI NEWARK INTENT OF SOLE SOURCE TO GTBM, INC.
Overview
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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 Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Newark Field Office intends to award a sole source Firm Fixed-Price contract to GTBM, Inc. for Backtrace Image Recognition products and services. This is a Special Notice, and responsible sources may submit capability statements or quotes. Responses are due March 26, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The requirement is for specialized "Backtrace Image Recognition" products and services. These are essential for Intelligence Analysts supporting the Newark FBI Regional Operations Intelligence Center (ROIC).
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Authority: Justified under 41 U.S.C. 3304(a)(1) and FAR 6.103-1, citing "Only One Responsible Source."
- Period of Performance: January 9, 2026, to January 8, 2027.
- Place of Performance: Newark, NJ.
Sole Source Justification
Market research conducted by the FBI, including outreach to industry experts and exploration of eight other vendors, concluded that GTBM, Inc. is the sole provider of the specific "Backtrace" product required. The agency states that a competitive procurement is planned for the future if other vendors become capable of providing equivalent products or services.
Response Information
All responsible sources are invited to submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation for consideration. Submissions must be sent via email to the Contracting Officer, Hong Nguyen (HNGUYEN2@FBI.GOV), and must be received before the closing date and time of March 26, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.