Seeking Sources for IBM QRadar on behalf of USNA 1301265969-1

The Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, Virginia is seeking information on qualified and experienced sources for planning purposes in an effort to derive a contract vehicle that will provide IBM Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) for the United States Naval Academy. The required POP is 10/01/2025 - 09/30/2026. Site ID# 3527975 / Customer # 9365396. A single award, Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract action under NAICS code 511210 with a size standard of $4.5M is anticipated. This proposed contract vehicle shall provide all items on the attached list of supplies. Subject to FAR Clause 52.215-3, entitled "Solicitation for Information of Planning Purpose," this announcement constitutes a sources sought synopsis for written information only. This is not a solicitation and no contract will be awarded from this announcement. This sources sought notice is not to be construed in any way as a commitment by the Government, nor will the Government pay for the information submitted in response. All requests for further information must be made in writing via email. Telephone requests for additional information will not be honored. All questions and answers regarding this RFI/Sources Sought Notice will be posted as updates to this notice. DISCLAIMER: This is not a contract, request for proposal, a promise to contract, or a commitment of any kind on the part of the Government. The Navy will not assume liability for costs incurred by an attendee or for travel expenses or marketing efforts; therefore, attendee cost in response to this notice is not considered an allowable direct charge to the Government. Proprietary information should be clearly marked. The requested information is for planning and market research purposes only and will not be publicly released. See attachments for full details.