Notice of Intent to Sole Source-Raw Data Feed- Air and Marine Operations
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 U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), under the Department of Homeland Security, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for a Firm Fixed Price award to S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. This award is for a combined satellite/terrestrial Raw Data Feed (NMEA 0183) to support Air and Marine Operations (AMO). The anticipated period of performance is from July 1, 2026, through March 31, 2027.
Scope of Requirement
CBP requires the renewal of the ORBCOMM raw data feed, which provides combined satellite/terrestrial National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) 0183 Automatic Identification System (AIS) data. This data is critical for the Air and Marine Operations Surveillance System (AMOSS). The service falls under Product Service Code DB10 (Computing Delivered As A Service).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (Firm Fixed Price)
- Anticipated Period of Performance: July 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 22, 2026, by 8:00 PM ET
- Published: June 11, 2026
Rationale for Sole Source
A Sole Source Determination document indicates that S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC (which acquired ORBCOMM) is the only reasonably available source. They are the direct provider and distributor of this unique and essential data, which is not available through other means and is critical for AMOSS operations. The authority cited includes RFO Subpart 8.4/GSAR 538.7104-3(a) and RFO Part 12 and Part 13. Price determination will ensure fairness and reasonableness through market research and comparison with historical data.
Action for Interested Parties
This notice is not a request for proposal or an invitation for bids, and no formal solicitation is available. However, contractors who believe they can meet the requirements must contact Nykia Warren (Nykia.warren@cbp.dhs.gov) by the response date. A capabilities statement demonstrating the ability to meet the requirements is mandatory.