D -- Automated Fingerprint Identification Systems Licenses

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) plans to award a firm-fixed price contract to ID Solutions, Inc. to procure additional licenses for the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) software. This proprietary software, developed by ID Solutions, was previously utilized during the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) prototype phase to enroll individuals, making it integral to the TSA's Office of Transportation Threat Assessment and Credentialing (TTAC) operations. The contract is issued through a single source selection process authorized by TSA's Acquisition Management System, which permits direct contracting without competition when justified by factors such as emergencies, the need for standardization, or the necessity for a sole source capable of meeting mission requirements within a critical timeframe. ID Solutions is deemed the only responsible provider able to deliver the needed software licenses promptly and in alignment with the agency’s operational needs. The contract's solicitation number is Reference-Number-07-2-02, and it falls under the NAICS code 511210, relating to software publishers. The contract is managed by the TSA’s Contracting and Procurement office under the Department of Homeland Security, with point of contact support provided by Contracting Officer Michael L. Derrios and Contract Specialist Susan D. Hong. This procurement ensures continuity and compatibility within TSA’s biometric enrollment infrastructure, essential for transportation security objectives.