Magnet Axiom

The contract was competitively awarded under the GSA Federal Supply Schedule to authorized small business resellers of Magnet Forensics, in a 100% Small Business set-aside, for the procurement of Magnet AXIOM digital forensics software and related training services. The requirement is strictly limited to the Magnet AXIOM platform due to its unique, non-interchangeable capabilities that align with Homeland Security Investigations’ certified workflows, training curricula, and legacy case data systems—any substitution would lead to substantial duplication of cost and unacceptable operational delays. The contract includes hardware authentication dongles, 12-month software licenses, and training vouchers for 48 participants across two scheduled five-day instructor-led courses in March and August 2026, with shipping and handling costs specified for one line item. Performance is designated for Fairfield, Virginia, while the contracting office is located in Irving, Texas, under the Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Acquisition Management. The procurement follows a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable evaluation method under FAR 15.101-2(a), with technical acceptability determined by compliance with statutory and regulatory justifications under FAR 8.401(b) and GSAR 538.7104-4, which support brand-name sole-source justification. No alternative platforms meet the operational and certification standards required for HSI agents. The contract is a firm-fixed-price instrument issued under GSA Schedule authority with an expiration date of April 30, 2026, and includes options for continued training delivery. All contractors are certified small businesses, and no specific security clearance level is mandated, though public trust is implied given the sensitive nature of investigations supported. No formal packaging, marking, or preservation requirements are detailed, and while the CLIN structure identifies deliverables, unit prices and total contract value are not disclosed, rendering the total financial scope indeterminate. The Government retains full authority for inspection and acceptance, ensuring compatibility with established forensic standards and operational continuity.