Appendix D Exception to Fair Opportunity FAR part 16.505 - JA-2026-03-1280 - Redacted.pdf

This document is an Exception to Fair Opportunity justification for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to procure LexisNexis Risk Solutions InstantID Q&A licenses through the Library of Congress' FEDLINK GWAC. The procurement is for a 12-month, Firm Fixed-Price Task Order in Fiscal Year 2026, valued for up to 1,000,000 transactions supporting the TSA Verify Application nationwide. LexisNexis was determined to be the sole provider capable of meeting TSA's identity verification requirements, offering a comprehensive data collection from over 10,000 sources, patented linking technology, and industry-recognized expertise in identity validation.

The justification highlights LexisNexis' unique qualifications, including an expansive data collection, patented linking technology that creates comprehensive individual profiles, ability to address thin file identities, and proven industry leadership. The procurement aims to automate passenger vetting, reduce manual search processes, minimize airport security disruptions, and support the National Transportation Vetting Center Identity Verification Call Center. The TSA will continue monitoring the market for potential competitive alternatives, but currently views this sole-source procurement as providing the most efficient and streamlined method for acquiring identity verification services.