70 -- Enforcement Alien Removals Module Addition

The Department of Homeland Security, through Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Office of the Chief Information Officer, plans to procure services and maintenance support for the Enforcement Alien Removals Module (EARM) on a sole source basis from Sytel, Inc. This decision is based on statutory authority allowing non-competitive acquisition when only one responsible source exists that can fulfill the agency's requirements. The EARM system is intended to replace the outdated Deportable Alien Control System, a 22-year-old mainframe application used as the official system for managing removal cases of deportable aliens. The updated system will incorporate modern technological features, including biometric identification, electronic forms, operational reports, photographs, and enhanced interfaces with other alien-centric data stores. The contract's initial period of performance covers one year, from September 30, 2005, to September 29, 2006, as part of Task Order # COW-4-D-1050, with the option for continuation into future years at the government's discretion. This procurement aims to ensure the timely and effective replacement of legacy systems with a more capable, integrated platform to support ICE’s enforcement efforts. The announcement serves as an informational notice regarding the procurement under NAICS code 519190, reflecting the specialized nature of the IT services involved.