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Security Intercom System (SIS)
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The Bureau of Diplomatic Security within the U.S. Department of State is seeking commercial off-the-shelf Security Intercom Systems to support secure communications between security personnel, employees, and visitor verification at diplomatic facilities. The system must be a COTS product available for purchase in single-unit quantities by the U.S. Government or its contractors and must be manufactured or substantially transformed in the United States or a Trade Agreements Act-designated country, with strict prohibitions against hardware, software, or services from named restricted nations. Core operational requirements include at least one master control station capable of communicating with a minimum of one subordinate station, configuration retention after power loss or reboot, and compatibility with universal AC power (100–240 VAC), DC power (5–48 VDC), or Power over Ethernet. The system must operate on non-internet-facing networks if networked and must come with a minimum one-year warranty covering repairs, parts, and labor. Vendors are required to provide comprehensive technical documentation in both print and electronic formats, with internal distribution rights, and must offer ongoing lifecycle support including software and security updates, cyber incident notifications, and training for Department of State personnel without requiring any end-user certifications for operation, installation, or support roles. The Department is conducting a sources-sought Request for Information to evaluate market capabilities and receive rough order of magnitude pricing rather than issuing a formal contract at this stage. Respondents must map their systems against listed requirements and target capabilities, clearly indicating which elements are fully met, partially met, or not met, with full technical and physical specifications, system images, current deployment details, technology maturity assessments, and potential impacts on existing infrastructure. While no facility or personnel security clearances are required under the National Industrial Security Program, vendors possessing such clearances are encouraged to disclose them. All submissions must be received by June 14, 2026, and should be comprehensive enough to inform future procurement decisions, emphasizing readiness for global deployment across overseas U.S. facilities through a robust, responsive technical support structure. The solicitation number is 19AQMM26XXXXX, under NAICS code 541330, managed by the Department of State’s Acquisitions - Aqm Momentum office in Washington, DC.
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Organization & Contact Information
Full Description
As the law enforcement and security arm of the U.S. Department of State (DOS), the Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS) is responsible for providing a safe and secure environment for the conduct of U.S. foreign policy. The Security Technology (ST) directorate supports the DS mission through the application and use of appropriate technical security countermeasures.
In support of these responsibilities, DS uses a Security Intercom System (SIS). The SIS is a stand-alone system that provides audible communication for security personnel. Its equipment typically assists in communications between guard personnel, other employees, and entry verification for visitors to DOS facilities.
DS is seeking commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) products for this application. While potential vendors may suggest an item that is a modification of an existing product, the requirement of any future procurement will be a COTS product that is available for sale to the U.S. Government or a U.S. Government contractor or sub-contractor, in single-piece quantities.
The Technology Development Branch (DS/ST/FSE/TDB) identifies, evaluates, approves, documents, and provides technical support for all Technical Security Systems (TSSs) used by the DOS at overseas facilities through a structured, validated process. TDB also provides subject matter expertise to support TSSs that are deployed in the field.
OBJECTIVE
If a requirement cannot be met in full, the respondent shall state to what extent a particular requirement can be met.
Requirement vs target system capability definition:
- A “Requirement” must be met if it fits within the technical solution being proposed.
- A “Target System Capability” is a desired feature that would be preferable to meet but is not mandatory.
RFI Deliverables
All respondents are requested to provide detailed information on available systems, to include a detailed response to the requirements matrix. Respondents should state which requirements are met and which are not, technical and physical specifications of the proposed system, images of the proposed system, maturity of the technology, impact to existing infrastructure, details of current installations, and a cost rough order of scalable magnitude for a system.
At this time, there is no requirement for a facility security clearance or for cleared staff under the National Industrial Security Program. However, if a respondent participates in the National Industrial Security Program and has facility and personnel clearances, that information should be provided in the response. The company must have a robust technical support group to provide user, installation, and repair documentation; technical and software updates/revisions; and training as may be needed by the U.S. Government.
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