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DCS6 Digital Photography Workstation

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2032H8-26-Q-00039Federal

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The IRS is seeking a commercially available DCS6 Digital Photography Workstation to support forensic imaging operations at the Center for Science and Design in Chicago, Illinois. The system must provide high-resolution image capture, latent fingerprint enhancement, ultraviolet and visible light imaging, and integrated forensic image processing software, along with all necessary accessories. The contractor is required to deliver a fully functional system with a manufacturer warranty and comprehensive product training for IRS personnel. This procurement is a market research effort under solicitation number 2032H8-26-Q-00039, with responses due by July 29, 2026. Vendors must submit a capability statement not exceeding 15 pages that includes their company name, Unique Entity Identifier, business size classification, and confirmation of GSA Schedule status or open market availability. The anticipated contract type is Firm Fixed-Price with a performance period running from September 9, 2026, to September 9, 2027, and delivery will be made directly to the specified Chicago facility. The NAICS code for this requirement is 334516, and no small business set-aside has been designated. All submissions must be sent electronically to Nia Dickerson at the provided IRS email address, and no formal evaluation factors, pricing details, or contract clauses have been published at this stage, as this is a pre-solicitation sources-sought notice designed to assess market capabilities and identify qualified vendors.

General Info

IRS seeks turnkey DCS6 digital photography system for forensic imaging in Chicago with training and warranty.

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Department Of The Treasury → Operation ServicesView Agency

NAICS

334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

IL, 60607, USA

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NONE

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Sources Sought Notice for DCS6 Workstation at IRS Chicago

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IRS DCS6 Workstation Sources Sought Notice 2032H8-26-N-00003

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CSD-DCS6 Workstation Statement of Work

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AgencyDepartment Of The Treasury → Operation Services
Contacts2 people available
OfficeWashington, DC, 20224, USA
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Office AddressWashington, DC, 20224, USA

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The IRS is seeking a system that supports high-resolution image capture, latent fingerprint enhancement, ultraviolet and visible light imaging, forensic image processing software, and associated accessories for the Center for Science and Design (CSD) building. The contractor shall provide the purchased service, manufacturer warranty, and product training. The Government is seeking information from vendors capable of furnishing a commercially available solution that meets or exceeds the required technical and functional capabilities at Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Criminal Investigation (CI) Center for Science and Design, 525 W. Van Buren Street, Chicago, IL 60607.

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