Forgery detection database

The Social Security Administration (SSA) intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with Drivers License Guide Company 1492 Oddstad Drive Redwood City, CA 94063. This action is under the authority of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 6.302-1(a)2(ii) "Supplies or services required by the agency available from only one responsible source". This item is a document forgery detection database. It provides exact replicas of state drivers licenses, passports, and other official government identification credentials. This item is available on the SSA Digital Library through the agency's intranet, which is password protected. The subscription includes access from multiple locations, including headquarters and over 1,300 field offices. This item is used by claims processors to detect and investigate fraud. The period of performance is for 12 months (01/01/2013 - 12/31/2013) with two 1-year option periods. The place of performance is Nationwide. The government anticipates award of a firm fixed price contract. Interested parties that feel they can provide the required service may respond by submitting their capability statement via email to [email protected]. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. This notice does not constitute a solicitation for offers. Written responses to this notice shall contain sufficient documentation to establish a bona fide capability to fulfill this requirement. This is not a request for quotation, and the Government does not intend to pay for information received. A determination by the Government not to compete this requirement based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. If no responses are received, SSA will proceed with sole source negotiations. All questions and submissions in response to this notice must be submitted in writing to the email address listed above by 1:00 PM, ET, November 8, 2012. Telephone calls regarding this matter will not be accepted, nor will they be returned.