ITOD Ruggedized USB Thumb Drives RFI 4_30_2026.docx

FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION

FINANCE AND FACILITIES DIVISION | PROCUREMENT SECTION

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)

IT on Demand Due Date 5/11/2026 by 10am EST

DISCLAIMER:

THIS NOTICE IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL OR QUOTE. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A SOLICITATION AND SHALL 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.

1.BACKGROUND

The FBIs Information Technology Divisions IT on Demand requires ruggedized USB thumb drives for operational use. Devices must meet durability, identification, and customization standards to support secure asset tracking and field deployment. Two color variants—red and green—are required for internal classification and operational differentiation.

2.PURPOSE:

This Request for Information (RFI) is issued solely for market research and planning purposes. This is not a solicitation and will not result in a contract award. The Government is seeking information from industry regarding the availability of ruggedized USB thumb drives that meet the specifications outlined in this notice, including two required color variants.

3. REQUIRED CAPABILITIES

3.1 Product Types

Vendors should indicate capability to provide one or more of the following:

· 64GB USB‑A 3.0 Rugged Thumb Drive

· 256GB USB‑A 3.0 Rugged Thumb Drive

· 64GB USB‑C Rugged Thumb Drive

· 256GB USB‑C Rugged Thumb Drive

3.2 Physical & Functional Requirements

All drives must include:

· Rugged aluminum or metallic outer housing

· Direct engraved or permanently affixed labeling tied to a unique serial number

· Separate barcoding using Government‑provided alphanumeric sequences

· Two required color variants:

· Red

· Green

· If the housing does not fully cover the USB connector, a securely attached protective cover (threaded, slide/twist lock, friction/press fit, or stowable connector)

· Secure attachment point for key ring or lanyard

3.3 Additional Information Requested

· Minimum order quantities (MOQs) for customized units

· Lead times for production and delivery

· Any limitations regarding color matching, engraving, or barcoding

4. RESPONSE INSTRUCTIONS

Responses should include:

· Company name, address, POC

· UEI and contract vehicles (GSA, SEWP, Open Market, etc.)

· Capability to meet each requirement

· Product datasheets/specifications

· MOQs and estimated delivery timelines

Contractor Legal/DBA Name:

Address:

Point of Contact:

Telephone:

Email Address:

UEI Number:

Cage Code:

Facility Clearance (if applicable):

Applicable NAICS Codes:

Standard Business Size:

GSA Schedule (If applicable):

NASA SEWP Contract (If applicable):

5. SUBMISSION DETAILS

· Response Due: May 4, 2026, NLT 10am ET

· Submit To: Jennifer W. Frederick @ Jwfrederick@fbi.gov

· Subject Line: RFI Response – ITOD Rugged USB Thumb Drives (Company Name)

RFI SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS:

All responses are limited to no more than 10 pages using 12-point Times New Roman or Ariel Font. All responses must be submitted in either Microsoft Word or PDF. No pamphlets or brochures will be accepted. Vendors should submit only capability information relevant to the requirements in this RFI. This notice is for market research only—please do not submit proposals, pricing, or requests for award consideration. No extensions will be granted

DISCLAIMER & RESPONSES

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 A 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 SHALL 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.

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