ITF Innovative Demonstrations for Enterprise Advancement (IDEA) 2018 BAA

Amendment 6 to the ITF Innovative Demonstrations for Enterprise Advancement (IDEA) 2018 Broad Agency Announcement updates the notional schedule for vendor participation in this initiative under BAA No. 70T04018K9NSTD105. The process began with the Agency’s review and notification regarding vendor whitepaper submissions on December 21, 2018. Vendors invited to submit Demonstration Proposals were required to do so by February 13, 2019, followed by a technical review period lasting until March 17, 2019. Subsequently, vendor quick pitch sessions were scheduled to occur from March 18 to March 22, 2019, with the final demonstration proposal decisions anticipated to be released in April 2019. These dates are subject to change and communications are managed through the Innovation Task Force. The contract is managed by the Department of Homeland Security’s Contracting and Procurement office, specifically within the TSA, with the point of contact being Contracting Officer Debra Munson. The place of performance is Arlington, VA, associated with NAICS code 334511. This amendment and the associated procurement activities focus on encouraging innovative technology demonstrations to advance enterprise capabilities within the TSA. Vendors and interested parties are provided with coordinated timelines and clear contact information to support their participation and inquiries regarding the process.