RFI Mobile Audiometric Testing Solutions.pdf

FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION

FINANCE AND FACILITIES DIVISION

PROCUREMENT SECTION

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)

Mobile Audiometric Testing Solutions

Due Date: August 28, 2026 by 12pm ET

Acquisitions Administrative Unit

FINANCE AND FACILITIES DIVISION | PROCUREMENT SECTION

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) TEMPLATE

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DISCLAIMER:

THIS NOTICE IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

OR QUOTE. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION AND MUST NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A

COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT. RESPONSES IN ANY FORM ARE NOT OFFERS AND THE

GOVERNMENT IS UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A RESULT OF THIS

ANNOUNCEMENT. NO FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO PAY FOR PREPARATION OF RESPONSES TO

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. ANY INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY RESPONDENTS TO THIS TECHNICAL

DESCRIPTION IS STRICTLY VOLUNTARY.

INTRODUCTION

Responses to this RFI may be used to formulate final requirements and/or to identify qualified vendors capable of meeting those requirements. The description below outlines preliminary requirements envisioned for the mobile audiometric testing solutions. The information gathered may be used to formulate acquisition strategies for competitive solicitations.

BACKGROUND

The United States Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is conducting market research seeking available sources to identify commercially available mobile audiometric testing solutions that meet federal occupational hearing conservation requirements and can be deployed across secure, multisite environments. Specifically, we seek vendor information on iPad-based, app driven, audiometry systems capable of performing OSHA compliant self-guided pure tone hearing tests without reliance on WiFi, Bluetooth, or web interfaces, while ensuring data security, accurate testing, and seamless integration into our existing compliance and recordkeeping workflows.

PURPOSE:

The intent of this RFI is to obtain information that will assist the FBI in determining the market for qualified small and large businesses. Please see the list of salient characteristics:

1. Platform

Must be a native iPadOS application (not web-based, not browser dependent) Must operate on FBI-owned current-generation Apple iPads under enterprise mobile device management (MDM)

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Must function without Wi-Fi or Bluetooth during testing

2. Audiometric Testing Must perform self-guided pure tone air conduction threshold audiometry that meets:

o OSHA 29 CFR 1910.95 o ANSI S3.6 audiometer performance standards

Audiometric test must be able to be administered by a trained technician without CAOHC certification

Must be capable of performing hearing tests outside of a sound booth in a quiet room Must include built-in, real-time background noise monitoring meeting:

o OSHA 29 CFR 1910.95 (Appendix D) permissible ambient noise standards Must include pre-test questionnaire and pre-test tutorial instructing the patient how to conduct the self-guided audiometric test

3. Headphone / Transducer Must utilize wired, calibrated, audiometric headphones that can plug directly into the iPad that are suitable for OSHA-compliant testing o USB-C or wired transducer connections only

4. Offline Operation

The system must support:

o Full test administration without internet access o Local test storage until network reconnection via cellular data is permitted o Automatic synchronization once reconnected

5. Data Storage & Security

Cloud platform must be:

o HIPAA-compliant o FedRAMP preferred o Servers physically located in the United States o Encrypted in transit and at rest

Must support:

o Centralized test result management

6. Reporting & Export Must include:

o Customizable batch export of audiometric test results o Export of results in CSV or xlsx format

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7. Administrative & Workflow Features Ability for multiple users to adjust settings, workflows, and employee lists through a centralized portal Changes made through the centralized portal must be able to sync with all client devices automatically Support for user permissions and audit logs

The above characteristics describe minimum needs and are not restrictive in nature.

CONTEMPLATED REQUIREMENT:

The FBI is issuing this RFI to:

Gather industry information Request information on any industry changes or improvements that the FBI should consider when looking to achieve products and capabilities that meet requirements and are compatible with the commercial environment.

Request information on potential barriers to obtaining solutions that meet objectives needed to accomplish stated requirements. The areas of interest for contemplated requirements and scenarios are addressed below.

RFI SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS:

Submittal Information:

Responding parties should submit a synopsis of the company’s capabilities related to this RFI. Respondents must include the following information with their statement of capability: Company name, address, telephone number, a point of contact with e-mail address, Federal Cage Code, Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) number, business size, and security clearance level.

Past Performance-provide information regarding Submitter’s experience providing implementation and support for such technical service(s).

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All submissions must be submitted electronically in Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint or PDF format. All information should be UNCLASSIFIED material only. Submissions must not exceed fifteen (15) one-sided 8 ½ x 11 pages. The pages must have one-inch margins and font size must be at least 12-point font.

All submissions should be e-mailed no later than 12:00 PM ET, August 28, 2026, to Contracting Officer Representative, Kristine Logue via email at klogue@fbi.gov. E-mail subject must be labeled “Mobile Audiometric Testing Solutions RFI Response.”

The cost of responding to the RFI must be exclusively borne by the organization submitting the information. No costs will be reimbursed by the government. The FBI makes no implied or in fact contract by issuing this RFI.

All clarifications, questions, and responses must be made via email. All questions regarding this RFI must be in writing. No phone calls will be accepted. Phone messages will not be returned.

No extensions will be granted.

Submit RFI Information via email (one response per vendor) to the attention of:

Contracting Point of Contact: Kristine Logue Email: klogue@fbi.gov

All responses must be submitted to Kristine Logue via email at klogue@fbi.gov by 12 pm ET on 8/28/2026.

DISCLAIMER and RESPONSES

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THERE IS NO COMMITMENT BY THE GOVERNMENT TO ISSUE A SOLICITATION AS A RESULT OF

THIS RFI. THIS IS BEING ISSUED SOLEY FOR INFORMATIONAL AND PLANNING PURPOSES AND

DOES NOT CONSTITUTE SOLICTIATION. IN ACCORDANCE WITH FAR 15.201(e), RESPONSES TO

THIS NOTICE ARE NOT OFFERS AND CANNOT BE ACCEPTED BY THE GOVERNMENT TO FORM A

BINDING CONTRACT. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL OR QUOTE. IT DOES NOT

CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION AND MUST NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY THE

GOVERNMENT. RESPONSES IN ANY FORM ARE NOT OFFERS AND THE GOVERNMENT IS

UNDER NO OBLIGATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT AS A RESULT OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. NO

FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE TO PAY FOR PREPARATION OF RESPONSES TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.

ANY INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY RESPONDENTS TO THIS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION IS

STRICTLY VOLUNTARY.

WHAT SHOULD BE INCLUDED IN YOUR RESPONSE:

All interested parties must submit technical packages in response to this notice.

1. Do submit succinct, thoughtful responses to the requirements/questions listed in this RFI.

2. Do submit comments that address the FBI's requirements, assumptions, conditions or contemplated approaches to this future acquisition.

3. Do submit information and suggestions that may encourage new, different, or innovative approaches that would result in products, solutions, and direct savings to the FBI.

WHAT SHOULD NOT BE INCLUDED IN YOUR RESPONSE:

1. Do not submit proposals or offers.

2. Do not submit requests to be considered for award or to be notified of a future solicitation.

3. Do not submit requests to be added to a mailing list or distribution list.

4. Do not submit questions or comments not related to this RFI.

Do not respond via telephone