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The US Geological Survey (USGS), National Minerals Info Center has a requirement for API Retrieval Module that fits inside of File360 software. It is needed to complete an upgrade we are designing for... The US Geological Survey (USGS), National Minerals Info Center has a requirement for API Retrieval Module that fits inside of File360 software. It is needed to complete an upgrade we are designing for our MIDS system that will users to submit estimates in our MIDS system and automatically have pre and post edit archive files created. File360 is a proprietary software that is already approved/utilized in NMIC. The Minerals Archival Retrieval System (MARS) provides for the management and maintenance of vital USGS minerals information used to meet the National Minerals Information Center's core mission, respond to FOIAs, and meet the National Archives and Records Administration requirements as set by law for all Federal agencies. The various pieces of equipment are important to the daily operations of the MARS office. The Kodak equipment is necessary to perform data capture, storage, and retrieval. File360 is the proprietary software that runs the scanner of our paper forms, and that loads the digital files from the MIDS system into the KOVIS database. NMIC has worked with Document Imaging Specialists utilizing the File360 software for 20+ years. Continued used of the software is needed for the long-term continuity of the data set. Any software changes at this point would require reprocessing of over 40+ years of data. Period of Performance is 10/01/2023 - 09/30/2026 with a base and two option years. Pursuant to FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) Document Imaging Specialists, LLC. is the only source reasonable available for this requirement because this type of data from Document Imaging Specialists, LLC. maintains the proprietary rights to the API Retrieval Module which includes sales, distribution, and maintenance for the software. In accordance with FAR 5.207, all responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency; however, THIS NOTICE IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTATIONS. The Government intends to award this requirement noncompetitively in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1). Responses must be emailed to Dayna Parkin at dparkin@usgs.gov. The NAICS code is 541512. The size standard is $34.0 Million. The anticipated award date of the contract is 09/11/2023. The anticipated contract will be firm fixed-price. A vendor must be registered at https://sam.gov/content/home to be awarded the purchase order.

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THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY for planning purposes to identify interested vendors for the requirement detailed below. A formal solicitation, performance work statement, and technical exhibits ... THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY for planning purposes to identify interested vendors for the requirement detailed below. A formal solicitation, performance work statement, and technical exhibits are not available for release at this time. In accordance with FAR 19.5, Set-Asides for Small Business, the Government will review the information requested in this announcement to determine the type of set-aside (if any) for this requirement. The US Geological Survey (USGS) has a requirement for File360 software maintenance renewal that must be renewed each year for continued licensing updates, and technical support. To guard against interrupted service to data users and protect against irrecoverable data loss in the case of equipment failure on these pieces of equipment Kodak 11840 Scanner, Pro Software, Kodak i9600 Film Writer and Kodak 2400 Film Printer/Reader. It is essential that the MARS equipment remain in optimal working condition. Specifications/Salient Characteristics BasinMod 2023 Maintenance and Technical Support: 1. OpenText Retrieval API Module 1 each 2. OpenText Retrieval API Module Annual License 1 each Period of Performance is 10/01/2023 - 09/01/2027. The Government anticipates award of a firm fixed price contract. The issuance of a solicitation will be determined by the results of this request for information. The solicitation and any documents related to this procurement will be available over the Internet. It is the offeror's responsibility to monitor this site for the release of the solicitation and amendments (if any). The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 541512 and the size standard is $34.0 Million. Interested firms who feel that they can provide the File360 Support and Maintenance on Existing File360 software based upon the criteria specified herein, are invited to submit in writing an affirmative response to this announcement. An affirmative response must include references with contact names, email address, and phone numbers. These references are to be for contracts similar in scope as the contract under consideration. This information will be evaluated and used to determine if competitive opportunities exist. All responses must be submitted NLT Monday August 28, 2023, at 8:00 am MST via e-mail to: dparkin@usgs.gov. This is NOT a Request for Proposal (RFP) or Invitation for Bid (IFB) and does not constitute any commitment by the Government. Responses to this sources sought notice will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. All interested sources must respond to future solicitation announcements separately from responses to this market survey. Any solicitation that may be issued will be posted on the SAM.gov website and no paper copies will be provided.