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JA-26-0258Federal

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This procurement, identified by solicitation number JA-26-0258, is a sole source justification for the acquisition of Zscaler brand-name Zero Trust Branch hardware and associated implementation support for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Managed by the Department of Homeland Security Information Technology Division, the effort encompasses the procurement of licenses, hardware, and installation services. The action is structured as a Firm-Fixed Price BPA Call Order under the DHS Strategic Sourcing Vehicle Enterprise Licenses BPA, with Carahsoft designated as the proposed contractor. The requirement is justified as items peculiar to one manufacturer to maintain seamless interoperability and integration with the existing Zscaler enterprise environment utilized by ICE. This procurement is further aligned with the security mandates of Executive Order 14028. The contract falls under NAICS code 513210 and will be performed in Washington, DC.

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Sole source Zscaler Zero Trust hardware and support for ICE via Carahsoft.

Agency

Department Of Homeland Security → Information Technology Division

NAICS

513210 - Software Publishers

Place of Performance

Washington, DC, USA

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NONE

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J&A-26-0258: Zscaler Zero Trust Branch (ZTB) Hardware and Support

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PostedOct 13

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AwardedOct 23

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AgencyDepartment Of Homeland Security → Information Technology Division

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OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20024, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Homeland Security → Information Technology Division

Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20024, USA

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SD Information Technology Division

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Justification for Zscaler brand-name Zero Trust Branch (ZTB) hardware and related implementation support for the ICE enterprise. The effort includes licenses, hardware, and installation.

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