National Law Enforcement Telecommunications Systems (NLETS) and NCITE® Kiosks Software Subscription Renewals
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 Department of the Army has awarded a sole-source, Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) contract to HID Global Corporation for National Law Enforcement Telecommunications Systems (NLETS) and NCITE® Kiosks Software Subscription Renewals. The award, with a face value of $264,470.00 and a total potential value of $17,176,770.00 (inclusive of unexercised options), was made on March 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
This contract ensures the renewal of software subscriptions, including support and maintenance, for NLETS and NCITE kiosks used in the Army's Automated Installation Entry (AIE-Next) program. Key requirements include:
- Providing vetting services and automated criminal background screening against federal and state/local law enforcement databases.
- Supporting continuous Department of Defense (DoD) and Army Installation access control for identity authentication and verification.
- Ensuring interoperability with existing kiosks, software, and authoritative databases.
- Meeting Raise the Bar (RTB) Security Requirements and maintaining Authority-to-Operate (ATO) in accordance with US Army Cyber Security standards.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order
- Awarded To: HID Global Corporation
- Award Date: March 19, 2026
- Face Value: $264,470.00
- Total Potential Value: $17,176,770.00 (inclusive of all unexercised options)
- Duration: Anticipated four-year contract, consisting of a base period and three one-year options for increased quantities and subscription performances.
- Funding: Fiscal Year 2026 Operations and Maintenance Army (OMA) funds for FY26 renewals.
- Product/Service Code: 7A21 (Business Application Off The Shelf Software)
Justification & Set-Aside
This was a sole-source award made under the authority of 10 United States Code (U.S.C.) §3204(a)(1), as implemented in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.302-1(a)(2)(iii)(A). The justification cited substantial duplication of cost to the Government if competition were pursued, and that only one responsible source (HID Global Corporation) could satisfy agency requirements. Market research confirmed HID Global as the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) with proprietary source code and no authorized resellers.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Mary Suda (mary.a.suda.civ@army.mil)
- Contracting Officer: Shahaadah Nalls (Shahaadah.C.Nalls.civ@army.mil)