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FA8773-17-R-8018Federal

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The 33d Network Warfare Squadron plans to award a sole source contract to IBM for subject matter expert services, leveraging IBM’s unique status as the Original Equipment Manufacturer with exclusive access to proprietary defensive countermeasures and device software and firmware. This contract aims to secure IBM’s expertise to support government cybersecurity operations by utilizing their specialized knowledge and access inherent to their developed technology. The award notification is intended to inform interested parties of this planned sole source acquisition. The contract, designated under solicitation number FA8773-17-R-8018, is managed by the Department of Defense through the FA8773 Acc 38 Cons office, based at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma, with performance located in San Antonio. Key points of contact include contracting officers Julie A Chase and Cathy D Summers. This procurement aligns with NAICS code 541519, indicating professional services in computer systems design and related consulting, specifically emphasizing the unique necessity for IBM's proprietary knowledge and capabilities.

General Info

33d Network Warfare Squadron awards sole source contract to IBM for proprietary cybersecurity expertise.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA8773 Acc 38 Cons

NAICS

541519 - Other Computer Related Services

Place of Performance

JBSA Lackland, SAN ANTONIO, OK

Set-Aside

NONE

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Redacted_IBM_JA.pdf

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8773 Acc 38 Cons
Contacts2 people available
OfficeTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-2713, USA
Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA8773 Acc 38 Cons
Office AddressTINKER AFB, OK, 73145-2713, USA
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Julie A ChaseContracting Officer
contact@example.gov
+1 (555) 000-0000
Cathy D SummersContracting Officer
contact@example.gov
+1 (555) 000-0000

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This annoucement is to provide notification of the Government's intent to issue a Sole Source Award. The 33d Network Warfare Squadron (33 NWS) is seeking a new contract to obtain the services of a subject matter expert (SME) from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) IBM; who as the OEM, alone have the unrestricted access to the proprietary IBM developed defensive countermeasures and device software and firmware. This Notice is for informational purposes only and announces the intent to award to IBM.

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