Quantifind GraphyteSearch
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 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has issued a Brand Name Justification for the procurement of Quantifind GraphyteSearch. This justification, prepared in accordance with FAR 16.505, explains the FCC's requirement for this specific product to analyze data from disparate sources and identify entities, equipment, and services potentially influenced by foreign adversarial countries.
Purpose of Justification
The FCC requires an integrated solution to support its mission, particularly in relation to the Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act of 2021. The Quantifind GraphyteSearch product is deemed essential for its unique capabilities, which include scanning public and online data, assessing risk relationships, verifying Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO), and integrating with FCC-specific data. These functionalities are critical for comprehensive supply chain risk analysis.
Rationale for Brand Name Procurement
Market research conducted by the FCC confirmed that no other available solution meets its stringent technical requirements. Specifically, no alternative could provide the necessary integrated supply chain risk analysis, robust API integration, and automated risk scoring at the required quality and price point. The justification details the estimated value and period of performance for this proposed acquisition.
Future Considerations
While this justification supports a brand-name procurement, the FCC plans to continue market research. The goal is to identify complementary solutions and reduce future reliance on brand-specific procurements, fostering a more competitive environment where possible.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Justification (Brand Name)
- Department/Agency: Federal Communications Commission
- Place of Performance: Washington, DC, United States
- Product/Service Code: DA10 (Support Services, SaaS/Subscription for Application Development & Business Software)
- Set-Aside: None (Justification)
- Published Date: April 14, 2026
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Nereyda Dunn (nereyda.dunn@fcc.gov)