RFI – ITOD Ruggedized USB Thumb Drives

The FBI’s Information Technology Division is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI-ITOD) to identify vendors capable of supplying ruggedized USB thumb drives with specific technical and operational features tailored for internal use. The drives must be available in two color variants—red and green—to support classification and operational differentiation, feature durable aluminum or metallic housings, include a secure protective cover for the USB connector (such as threaded, slide/twist, friction-fit, or stowable), and have a permanently engraved unique serial number combined with government-provided barcode labeling. Each device must also include a key ring or lanyard attachment point for portability and asset control. Respondents are required to provide product datasheets, specifications, minimum order quantities, and lead times, but must not include pricing or formal proposals, as this RFI is strictly for information gathering and will not lead to a contract award. All submissions must be under 10 pages, submitted in Word or PDF format, and emailed to Jennifer W. Frederick by 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on May 11, 2026, with a specific subject line format. The place of performance for any future deliveries is Huntsville, Alabama, though the contracting office is located in Washington, DC. Vendors must provide their Unique Entity ID (UEI) and CAGE code, as well as indicate their business size and any existing federal contract vehicles such as GSA Schedule or NASA SEWP, but socioeconomic certifications are not requested. No formal contract clauses, evaluation factors, payment details, or inspection protocols are included, as this is a non-binding market research instrument. While no MIL-STD or other military specifications are cited, the technical requirements imply compliance with ruggedized electronics standards for tactical environments and FBI asset tracking protocols. The RFI explicitly states no funds are obligated and no award will result from responses, emphasizing its role as a planning tool to assess industry availability, capabilities, and technical feasibility prior to potential future procurement actions.