Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Forensic Certification Training
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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 U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Office of Acquisition (OAQ) has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for forensic analyst certification training from Cellebrite Inc. in McLean, VA. This procurement, conducted under FAR Part 12, is for essential training supporting the HSI Cyber Crimes Center (C3) and the Human Exploitation Rescue Operation (HERO) Child Rescue Corps program. This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a Request for Quote (RFQ). Responses regarding the sole-source determination are due by May 13, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
HSI requires specialized Cellebrite certification training services to support its Cyber Crimes Center (C3) Computer Forensics Program. This training is critical for HSI personnel, particularly those in the HERO Child Rescue Corps program, which trains disabled veterans and transitioning service members in computer forensics. Certification ensures the legal validity of forensic evidence in court.
The required training courses include:
- Cellebrite Certified Operator for Inseyets (CCO Inseyets): A two-day intermediate course on mobile device unlocking, decryption, and extraction using Inseyets UFED.
- Cellebrite Certified Physical Analyst for Inseyets (CCPA Inseyets): A three-day advanced course on analyzing digital evidence and advanced search techniques using Inseyets Physical Analyzer (Inseyets PA).
- Cellebrite Advanced Smartphone Analysis (CASA) with Inseyets: A five-day advanced course for forensic recovery and analysis of application data from smartphone extractions using Inseyets PA and third-party tools.
Contract Details
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (Commercial Products and Services under FAR Part 12).
- Intended Contractor: Cellebrite Inc., McLean, VA.
- Place of Performance: Fairfax, VA.
- Period of Performance (Training): July 27, 2026 – August 7, 2026.
- Deliverables: Products and services to be delivered no later than 30 calendar days from the date of award.
- Invoicing: In accordance with the Prompt Payment Act (typically 21-30 days).
Set-Aside
This requirement is being pursued on a sole-source / limited source basis, as the Contracting Officer has determined that only one source (Cellebrite Inc.) is reasonably available based on its unique capabilities.
Response Information
This is not an RFQ. Any questions or concerns regarding the government's intent to sole source this requirement should be directed to the Contracting Officer. A determination not to compete this proposed contract based on this notice is at the discretion of the Government Contracting Officer.
Deadlines
- Response Date for Notice of Intent: May 13, 2026, 4:00 PM ET.
- Published Date: May 6, 2026.