FPI Security Support FISMA
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 Justice, specifically FEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INC (FPI), has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for IT Security and Support Team services (FISMA). This is a sole-source bridge contract to ensure continuity of operations for UNICOR while a newly awarded vendor obtains necessary security clearances for their employees. The estimated cost for this 12-month bridge contract is $1,296,720.00. This is a justification, not a solicitation for proposals.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for IT Security Contractor support staff to maintain FPI Information Systems. Services will be invoiced monthly.
Contract Details
- Type: Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (Sole-Source Bridge Contract)
- Duration: 12 months, from March 19, 2026, through March 18, 2027.
- Estimated Value: $1,296,720.00
- Authority: FAR 12.102(b) (DEVIATION) and 41 U.S.C 1901
- Product/Service Code: R499 (Other Professional Services)
Eligibility / Set-Aside
While the original solicitation was a 100 percent total small business set-aside, this current action is a sole-source bridge contract.
Submission & Evaluation
This document serves as a justification for a sole-source procurement and is not a solicitation for proposals. Market research was conducted via GSA eBuy, yielding 56 quotes for a similar requirement, against which the proposed contractor's quote was deemed fair and reasonable.
Additional Notes
The incumbent contractor, QuestTech, has employees with existing clearances and familiarity with FPI systems, making them suitable for this bridge. The bridge contract will conclude once the new contractors have been cleared to perform services.
Contact Information
Primary Contact: Aaron Mitchell (aaron.mitchell2@usdoj.gov)