Technology for Applications, Logistics, Operations, and Networks (TALON)
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.
This is a PRESOLICITATION NOTICE - hereinafter Notice.
Project Title: Technology for Applications, Logistics, Operations, and Networks (TALON)
This notice is not a solicitation for proposals, abstracts, bids, or quotations, nor does it guarantee a future solicitation.
The purpose of this notice is to:
- Provide instructions to request access to Virtually Reading Room (VRR)
- Gather feedback on Draft evaluation criteria
Respondents should not include proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information in their responses unless appropriately marked. The Government reserves the right to use any non-proprietary technical information received in response to this Notice in any resultant solicitation(s). Do Not Submit any Proposals / Offers / Quotes in response to this Notice. If a formal RFQ/RFP is released, its contents may differ from the information contained in this announcement. This announcement does not constitute a commitment by the government to issue an RFQ/RFP, contract, or order. The government will not pay for any effort expended or any material provided in response to this announcement, nor will the government return any data provided.
At a summary level, the TSA has interest in and is seeking information regarding the capability of firms who can provide services to acquire robust and scalable IT support services for TSA. These services will advance TSA IT’s strategic mission goals to modernize IT operations, enhance service delivery, and strengthen the agency’s ability to meet evolving challenges. The Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) will enable TSA to leverage innovative technologies, improve decision-making through data analytics, and enhance customer experience.
The TSA anticipates issuing a Single Award BPA under GSA Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) Information Technology Category Schedule for a period of up to five (5) years to satisfy TSA TALON requirements.
TSA's Contracting Officer has determined that this effort may result in actual or potential conflicts of interest with other TSA procurements. Final determinations will be disclosed as they are made.
This notice includes instructions to request access to the TSA Virtual Reading Room (VRR). See attached documents for more information. The VRR will contain documents pertinent to the solicitation, including Sensitive Security Information (SSI). Access will be restricted to TSA-approved vendors and individuals. Request for VRR access is due by December 16, 2025, at 8:00 AM EST. Late submissions will not be accepted unless determined by the Government.
Interested parties may submit feedback using the link below to provide comments on the Draft evaluation criteria for TALON.
https://forms.office.com/g/KsuARWbPxe
TSA does not intend to respond to all submissions or inquiries related to this notice. No information will be provided over the phone.