FWS OFFICE OF LAW ENFORECEMENT - WEB-BASED DATA PL
Overview
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Set Aside
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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 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) Office of Law Enforcement (OLE) is seeking quotations for a Firm Fixed-Price contract for a Web-Based Data Platform. This platform will support inspections and investigations of civil and criminal wildlife violations by providing access to extensive public and proprietary data sources. The opportunity is not a Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due April 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The FWS OLE requires a web-based, Microsoft-compatible data platform that operates without additional software or hardware. Key functionalities include account administration, an intuitive user experience, flexible search capabilities, 24/7/365 technical support, online training, and printable user manuals, all within a secure environment.
The platform must provide access to over 10,000 public and proprietary data sources, including social media, real-time arrest/incarceration data, criminal records, global watch lists, and comprehensive business reports (UCC filings, parent/subsidiary info, bankruptcies, liens, judgments, affiliations). It must also cover extensive person data such as names, aliases, SSNs, driver's license information, dates of birth/death, contact details, address history (with photos and property owners), property records, relatives/associates, vehicle registration, professional licenses, weapon/hunting permits, voter registrations, and person-level financial records.
Usage is capped at 33,000 search transactions per year, with no restrictions on concurrent users. The platform must adhere to robust security standards, including data encryption, continuous monitoring, multifactor authentication (MFA), annual security reviews, and a comprehensive incident/breach response program. Technical requirements include IPv6 compatibility and compliance with NIST standards.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Request for Quotation (RFQ)
- Product Service Code: DH10 (Platform Delivered As A Service For Databases And Middleware)
- Period of Performance: One 12-month base year (May 1, 2026 - April 30, 2027), four 12-month option years, and a possible 6-month extension.
- Set-Aside: Not a Small Business Set-Aside
- Questions Due: April 8, 2026, 12 PM EST
- Quotes Due: April 15, 2026, 5 PM EST
- Published Date: April 1, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Quotations must be submitted via email to lawrence_aragon@ios.doi.gov. Submissions should be organized into two volumes: Volume I - Technical (covering Factors 1 & 2, maximum 30 pages) and Volume II - Pricing (Factor 3).
Evaluation factors include Technical understanding of the Statement of Work, Past Performance, and Price. Award will be made to the responsible vendor whose quote is most advantageous to the government, with non-pricing factors and price holding equal importance. The government intends to award without discussions but reserves the right to conduct them.
Additional Notes
This RFQ incorporates numerous FAR clauses related to commercial items, cybersecurity, privacy, accessibility, and records management. Vendors are encouraged to offer discounted prices. The point of contact is Lorenzo Aragon at 505-248-6627 or lawrence_aragon@ios.doi.gov.