Forensic Software Training
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Homeland Security (DHS), specifically the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), has awarded a Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order to GetDATA for Forensic Software Training valued at $240,000.00. This sole source award provides specialized training and licensing essential for the Cyber Crimes Center's computer forensics and training programs.
Scope of Work
This award covers the procurement of specialized forensic training and licensing. The training is customized for a specific class, integral to the Cyber Crimes Center's computer forensics and training initiatives. It is required for certification purposes, ensuring participants achieve the same certification as existing personnel. The training utilizes proprietary software for which GetDATA is the sole developer and provider.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order
- Value: $240,000.00
- Award Date: April 10, 2026
- Period of Performance: Implied need for EV2026 and FY2027.
- Place of Performance: Fairfax, VA
Set-Aside & Justification
This was a sole source award, justified under Simplified Procedures for Commercial Items (FAR Subpart 13.5). A notice of intent to solicit from a single source was posted on SAM.gov from February 4, 2026, to February 16, 2026, during which no interested parties expressed capability. The agency will continue to monitor the market for potential future competition.
Evaluation
As a sole source acquisition, competitive evaluation was not applicable. The justification was based on GetDATA being the sole developer and provider of the required software and training.